Bellucci started modeling by posing for a local photo enthusiast.

She made her professional modeling debut, frequently traveling to Milan and Paris for fashion shows and photo shoots.

Bellucci left the Faculty of Law at the University of Perugia and moved to Milan, where she signed with Elite Model Management.

By this year, Bellucci was becoming prominent as a fashion model in Paris and New York City, working with brands like Dolce & Gabbana and French Elle.

Bellucci appeared in numerous international advertising campaigns and became a muse for Dolce & Gabbana, solidifying her status in the fashion world.