The 2025 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show lights up the night with a fresh wave of celebrity sparkle, but whispers of controversy about its image still linger in the air—making you wonder if this iconic event is ready for a bold new chapter!
As supermodels like Gigi Hadid, Ashley Graham, and Alex Consani prepared to glide down the runway for the highly anticipated Victoria's Secret Fashion Show on October 15 in New York City, the stars themselves stole the spotlight on the red carpet.
Project Runway's sharp-tongued judge Law Roach made a striking entrance, clad in a sleek silver suit complemented by matching snakeskin boots and a dangling silver snake necklace that added a touch of edgy flair.
From the hit series The White Lotus, Patrick Schwarzenegger arrived in a sharp all-black ensemble featuring a leather jacket, a simple T-shirt, and tailored slacks. His wife, Abby Champion, who just walked down the aisle with him in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, about a month earlier, is set to dazzle on the catwalk—talk about a fashion-forward honeymoon!
Meanwhile, the ever-elegant Sarah Jessica Parker turned heads in a chic black trench coat draped over a black dress, paired with strappy black heels that exuded timeless sophistication.
The members of the popular K-pop group TWICE captured attention with their coordinated black-and-white dresses, gearing up to perform on stage during the event and bringing a burst of international energy.
Brazilian influencer Rafa Kalimann flaunted her growing baby bump in a daring low-cut black dress with a shimmering pink lining and a hip-high leg slit, embracing motherhood with confidence and style.
Dylan Sprouse, fondly remembered from The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, stepped out in a classic black suit to support his wife, Barbara Palvin, as she struts the runway for the fourth time. And here's the heartwarming part most people miss: just four months before this show, Barbara underwent surgery for endometriosis—a chronic condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, causing pain and potential infertility. It's a reminder of how resilient these models can be behind the scenes.
'Dylan's been incredibly supportive,' Barbara shared with E! News backstage before the event, 'guiding me through recovery every step of the way.' It's touching stories like these that show the human side of the glamour world.
But here's where it gets controversial: the show is spotlighting athlete duo Angel Reese and Suni Lee as the first sports stars to grace this legendary catwalk, supported by each other in what Reese calls a 'manifested' dream. The WNBA sensation Reese revealed to E! News that she posted her ambition on her social media story last year, and it came true in under a year. 'You can set your mind to anything,' she said. 'Be multidimensional—like an athlete, entrepreneur, businesswoman, podcaster. I'm living proof; I'm a real-life Barbie doll!'
This revamped Victoria's Secret spectacle kicks off at 7 p.m. ET, streaming live on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Live, and across the brand's Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube channels. For a deeper dive into inclusivity and self-expression, consider how Reese's journey challenges traditional beauty standards—some might argue it's a step forward, while others question if the show is fully shedding its past criticisms on body image and diversity. What an intriguing evolution!
Stick around as we break down every standout look from the 2025 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show...
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[Image: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Victoria's Secret]
[Image: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Victoria's Secret]
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What do you think about Victoria's Secret's pivot to more inclusive stars like athletes and diverse influencers? Is this the change we've been waiting for, or does it still fall short on representation? Do you agree that anyone can 'manifest' their dreams like Angel Reese, or is there more to success than positive thinking? Share your opinions in the comments below—we'd love to hear your take!
