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It's no secret that Mario Tricoci Hair Salons & Day Spas is known for killer cuts and color, but the salon and spa has also been launching killer careers in modeling since 2008. More than 400 potential models came out to fve open model calls last February. Three months later, after eliminations, makeovers, ftness and runway training, the fnal fve contestants walked the runway in a designer fashion show at which Mario announced his winner. Julia Swibes (far right) emerged triumphant and no doubt has a killer career ahead. However Julia is not the only one who may launch a new career as 90% of the contestants over the last six competitions have secured contracts. Photo by Matt Ferguson Photography Ltd.: assistants Sam Doyle, Mike Shimer, Stuart Heidmann and Dave Witt. Wardrobe Stylists: Lisa Marie McComb and Amy Olson. Ashley's footwear provided by AKIRA Bucktown Footwear, ShopAKIRA.com. Hair styled by John Gialluisi and style team: Rico D'Alessandro and Sarah Koseck. Makeup by Josann Rahning, Sandra (Patty) Gonzalez, Rachael (Kylie) Domanus and Jill Heiberger. Hair color by Nelida D'Alessandro, Judy Johnson and Jennifer Doljanin. Location: Vertigo Sky Lounge, Dana Hotel Chicago. Special thanks to Fitness Formula Clubs, Factor Women Management, Chosen Model Management, CBS2 Chicago, Michigan Avenue Magazine and Wella Professionals for their part in Mario, Make Me a Model. Pictured at the Dana Hotel wearing clothes by designers featured in the May runway show "Killer Collections and Mario, Make Me a Model,"