Model Shanina Shaik makes New York her catwalk during a night out

Shanina Shaik looked every inch the supermodel when she stepped out in New York City on Tuesday.

The 31-year-old Australian-born model looked stunning in a pair of black pants, which she paired with a matching black blazer, worn as a shirt.

She complemented her sleek ensemble with a pair of strappy sky-high black stilettos, and carried a small black handbag.

Strutting her stuff: Shanina Shaik looked every inch the supermodel when she stepped out in New York City on Tuesday

Shanina appeared heavily made up, highlighting her prominent cheekbones, while her long brunette hair was styled slicked back in a ponytail.

She literally stopped traffic as she stepped out in the bustling city, walking confidently down the street.

In an interview with The Sydney Morning Herald earlier this month, Shanina spoke about her decision to move overseas for her modelling career.

Suits her: The 31-year-old Australian-born model looked stunning in a pair of black pants, which she paired with a matching black blazer

She said being mixed race – Shanina has Lithuanian, Saudi Arabian and Pakistani heritage – had meant she was never fully accepted by the Australian industry.  

‘I don’t think I was embraced at the start of my career in Australia. I had to go overseas to find my look and find myself and feel accepted,’ she explained. 

‘The industry wasn’t quite the same in Australia compared to overseas. I think it’s moving in the right direction now.’ 

Walking tall: She complemented her sleek ensemble with a pair of strappy sky-high black stilettos, and carried a small black handbag

Shanina was just 17 when she relocated to New York City to forge a modelling career for herself, and said her parents were ‘supportive’.

‘I think it’s quite scary for any parent to see their kid move to the other side of the world, but I’m very grateful to have supportive parents who allowed me to go on my journey,’ she added. 

‘My dad and mum always tell me to do what makes me happy, because that will make them happy. They know I am very hardworking and dedicated to my career.’

Making a move: In an interview with The Sydney Morning Herald earlier this month, Shanina spoke about her decision to move overseas for her modelling career