In the 2010s, the Victoria's Secret fashion show was a staple of autumn/winter, effectively marking the beginning of the festive season. It wasn't just a runway; it was a cultural event. Huge stars like Rihanna, Justin Bieber and Lady Gaga performed on the catwalk while models sashayed past them.
In 2019, it was cancelled, following transphobic and fatphobic comments from their then-Chief Marketing Officer, Ed Razek, who expressed unwillingness to cast trans and plus-size models. Since then, Rihanna's label Savage x Fenty completely re-defined the meaning of a lingerie show, proudly featuring all types of bodies. In 2023, the VS show came back in documentary form with a more diverse ethos, though it wasn't very well received.
Then, last year, the Victoria's Secret runway officially came back. Alex Consani and Valentina Sampaio became the first trans models to walk for the brand, and plus-size models Ashley Graham and Paloma Elsesser stormed the runway, too.
This year's show is looking to be even more inclusive, with more plus-size models added to the roster. Find out who they are, along with everything else you need to know about the Victoria's Secret fashion show, below.
When is the Victoria's Secret show?
The Victoria’s Secret show begins today at 7 pm Eastern Time, making it midnight in the UK! If you want even more content, the Pink Carpet starts at 6:30 pm ET (11:30 pm GMT).
Where can I watch the Victoria's Secret show?
It will be streamed on Prime Video and Amazon Live, or on the VS YouTube, TikTok or Instagram.
What models are walking in the Victoria's Secret show this year?
The afore-mentioned Alex Consani, Ashley Graham and Paloma Elsesser will walk again.
Other returning models include Anok Yai and Gigi Hadid, plus OG VS angels like Adriana Lima, Candice Swanepoel, Doutzen Kroes and Joan Smalls.
Plus-size models Barbie Ferreira, Precious Lee and Yumi Nu will walk for the first time, as well as influencer Quenlin Blackwell.
Angel Reese, an American basketball player, is also set to walk, making her the first professional athlete to grace the VS runway.
Who is performing at the Victoria's Secret show this year?
This year, the musical performances will feature an all-female line-up: Missy Elliott, Madison Beer, Karol G and K-pop group Twice.
