Nieves Alvarez, 47, flaunts her washboard abs in a checked crop top at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week

Spanish model Nieves Alvarez, 47, flaunts her washboard abs in a checked crop top before wowing in a leopard print gown at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week

Her career first kicked off in 1992 when she was a finalist at a modelling competition held by Elite Model Management.

And with almost 30 years experience under her belt, it was little wonder Nieves Alvarez looked full of confidence as she strutted down the runway at the the Maite by Lola Casademunt fashion show during Mercedes Benz Fashion Week on Friday.

The Spanish model, 47, showcased her washboard abs in a monochrome checked crop top before wowing in a floral and leopard print gown at the event held at Ifema in Madrid, Spain. 

Work it: Nieves Alvarez looked full of confidence as she strutted down the runway at the the Maite by Lola Casademunt fashion show during Mercedes Benz Fashion Week on Friday

Nieves wowed as she displayed her taut midriff and décolletage in the strapless top, which was paired with a matching loose-fitting longline cardigan and trousers.

The stunner boosted her height with chunky tan shoes, while she donned a flat cap in the same black and white print as the rest of her ensemble.

Nieves’ showstopping look was topped off with striking gold earrings and a black rounded purse hung around her neck. 

The Madrid-born beauty appeared in her element as she tucked her hands in her pockets as she made her way down the catwalk.

Wow: The Spanish model, 47, showcased her washboard abs in a monochrome checked crop top before wowing in a floral and leopard print gown at the event held at Ifema in Madrid, Spain

Wow: The Spanish model, 47, showcased her washboard abs in a monochrome checked crop top before wowing in a floral and leopard print gown at the event held at Ifema in Madrid, Spain

Nieves, who has modelled for the likes of Yves Saint Laurent, Vivienne Westwood and Prada during her career, then wowed with another look. 

This time, she slipped into a billowing leopard print gown adored with flowers in hues of pink and purple.

The loose-fitting dress featured long sleeves and a high neck, while Nieves’ waist was cinched in with a leopard print fabric belt. 

Stunning: Nieves wowed as she displayed her taut midriff and décolletage in the strapless top, which was paired with a matching loose-fitting longline cardigan and trousers

Stunning: Nieves wowed as she displayed her taut midriff and décolletage in the strapless top, which was paired with a matching loose-fitting longline cardigan and trousers

Showstopping: The Madrid-born beauty then slipped into a billowing leopard print gown adored with flowers in hues of pink and purple

Showstopping: The Madrid-born beauty then slipped into a billowing leopard print gown adored with flowers in hues of pink and purple

Her look was completed with shimmering gold slouch boots, while Nieves donned the same earrings as her previous look.

The catwalk star, who has also worked as a TV presenter, kept her brunette locks poker straight, while she added a sleek palette of make-up. 

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, which usually takes place twice a year, kicked off on Thursday 8th April and concludes Sunday 11th April, after being delayed from January.

The week features a hybrid format, which in addition to in-person fashion parades featuring creations from up and coming and established designers, there will also be performances and fashion films.

Fabulous: The catwalk star, who has also worked as a TV presenter, kept her brunette locks poker straight, while she added a sleek palette of make-up

Fabulous: The catwalk star, who has also worked as a TV presenter, kept her brunette locks poker straight, while she added a sleek palette of make-up