The model has seen her star rise dramatically over the past year after she was labelled Rookie Of The Year in the Sports Illustrated swimsuit magazine for 2011.

The 19-year-old beauty is also appearing in Esquire’s March edition – showing off her flawless figure in a series of racy snaps.

Kate is seen wearing just a tiny pair of knickers and a white top – which she takes a pair of scissors to.

Model of the Moment Kate Upton Shows off her Curves by Slicing Away her Clothes in Racy Esquire Shoot