Gisele Bundchen topped Forbes’ list of top earning supermodels with a reported income of $33 million last year. If you’re wondering how that’s possible, let’s take a look at this simple, but non-extraordinary sandal from her shoe line, Ipanema Gisele Bundchen.

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Now let’s look at the same sandal with Gisele modelling the Ipanema sandals in a rather interesting Photoshopped water dress.

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Ah, what a difference a supermodel makes. I’m thoroughly convinced in the power of supermodel marketing now. With over 100 million pairs of shoes sold since the launch of Ipenema in 2001, Gisele’s paychecks are well deserved.

But don’t envy Gisele for her gorgeous legs and hefty bank account. She’s also doing good with the Ipanema shoe line. Proceeds from the sales of her shoes are donated to the Brazilian Indian tribes.

Other Ipenema Gisele Bundchen shoe ads:

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