Last night, Victoria’s Secret gathered supermodels—or, as they prefer to call them, angels—under the spotlight once again. After a six-year hiatus, the iconic Victoria’s Secret fashion show made its highly anticipated return, streaming live from New York City. It was a night that fused the brand’s signature bombshell glamour with a new narrative, aiming to shake off the shadows of its past controversies.
This wasn’t just any comeback. With performances by Cher, Tyla, and Blackpink‘s Lisa, the show brought a high-octane energy that made it clear: Victoria’s Secret is ready to reclaim its throne. But this revival wasn’t all lace and wings. After years of criticism over a lack of diversity and accusations of misconduct at the corporate level, the brand promised reform. The message? This isn’t the same Victoria’s Secret you remember from the early 2000s.
So, who donned those iconic wings this time around? The runway was a who’s who of fashion royalty. Tyra Banks made a grand return after two decades, walking alongside fellow veterans like Adriana Lima—who holds the record for most Victoria’s Secret shows—Joan Smalls, Alessandra Ambrosio, Candice Swanepoel, and Behati Prinsloo. But it wasn’t just a nostalgia trip; new-gen icons like Bella and Gigi Hadid, Irina Shayk, and Imaan Hammam brought fresh energy while rising stars like Anok Yai, Alex Consani, Vittoria Ceretti, and Lila Moss made sure the new guard was well represented.
And for those craving some major fashion moments, this year’s show didn’t disappoint. Kate Moss, making her Victoria’s Secret debut, stunned in a black lace ensemble, complete with feathery wings, while Carla Bruni and Ashley Grahambrought their own unique energy to the catwalk. It was a mix of old and new, a fabulous blending of modeling’s past and present, wrapped up in the sultry style Victoria’s Secret is known for.
The show also spotlighted Rene Caovilla’s signature craftsmanship.Known for its exquisite Italian craftsmanship, the brand designed a series of custom shoes for the event, featuring their iconic details like crystals, serpents, and the stardust sole in each custom-made pair.
What’s more, the show embraced a digital-first approach, allowing viewers to not only watch in real-time but shop the looks as they debuted, thanks to a partnership with Amazon Fashion. You could quite literally add items to your cart while watching models strut down the runway.
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