Kylie Jenner wearing a $50 million diamond-encrusted Fantasy Bra, Bella Hadid opening the runway in floral-inspired wings, and Adriana Lima closing the show in a shimmering white ensemble were among the defining moments of the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026. Returning to Los Angeles on October 18, the lingerie spectacle brought together some of the industry’s most recognizable models, rising runway talent, celebrity guests, and an all-female musical lineup for a night that leaned into the brand’s signature excess.
Staged at Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City, the show continued Victoria’s Secret’s attempt to reconnect its celebrated runway heritage with a new generation of fashion and pop-culture audiences. Elaborate wings, embellished lingerie, vintage-inspired slip dresses, and seasonal styling shaped the collection, while surprise appearances and high-profile runway debuts kept the attention on the people wearing the looks. The return of the Fantasy Bra after an eight-year absence was the evening’s biggest headline, but the show offered plenty of other moments worth revisiting.
Kylie Jenner Debuts the $50 Million Fantasy Bra
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Kylie Jenner delivered the evening’s most talked-about appearance, making her Victoria’s Secret runway debut in the brand’s returning Fantasy Bra. Created in partnership with Jacob & Co., the piece featured 4,410 natural diamonds surrounding a 75.54-carat Fancy Vivid yellow diamond. Valued at $50 million, it became the most expensive Fantasy Bra in the brand’s history.
The creation reportedly required more than 1,000 hours of work from 15 craftspeople. Built around gold and diamonds rather than conventional fabric, the design brought high jewelry directly onto the lingerie runway. Jenner styled it with white lingerie, a gauzy mini skirt, clear heels, and oversized feathered wings. Timothée Chalamet, her boyfriend, watched from the front row alongside Kris Jenner and Corey Gamble.
The appearance marked the Fantasy Bra’s first return to the runway since 2018, when Elsa Hosk wore the Atelier Swarovski version. This time, Victoria’s Secret placed the tradition in the hands of a celebrity whose influence extends across beauty, fashion, and entertainment, making the reveal as much a pop-culture moment as a runway presentation.
Bella Hadid Opens the Show in Floral-Inspired Wings
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Bella Hadid set the tone for the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026, opening the runway in a beaded, floral-inspired look with dramatic butterfly-like wings and a lime-green pareo. The combination established the evening’s emphasis on lingerie accompanied by elaborate, sculptural accessories.
Her opening appearance was followed by a cast that balanced established Angels with contemporary runway favorites. Gigi Hadid returned in shimmering sequined wings finished with fringe, while Anok Yai made an impression in a pink petal-covered bodysuit that gave her the appearance of a walking flower. Yai later returned in a contrasting white lace corset and matching underwear, allowing the lingerie itself to take center stage.
Candice Swanepoel brought golden glamour to the runway, appearing in a gleaming gold look, while Imaan Hammam embraced a woodland-inspired mood with oversized apple-green wings covered in glittering sequins. Awar Odhiang offered one of the more theatrical accessories of the night in bright blue feathered wings that spiraled around her turquoise look. Joan Smalls, meanwhile, wore curved wings with a cobalt-blue lingerie ensemble and a draped top.
Elsewhere, Mathilda Gvarliani appeared in a playful mini dress covered in pom-pom-like embellishments, while Doutzen Kroes wore striking petal-shaped wings. Yasmin Wijnaldum also returned with the confident runway walk that has become a signature of her appearances.
Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrosio and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Return
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The show’s casting brought several Victoria’s Secret veterans back into the spotlight. Adriana Lima closed the runway in a white beaded ensemble with silver-white wings, providing a suitably dramatic finish before the models returned for the final walk. The appearance marked another year in the career of one of the brand’s most enduring Angels.
Alessandra Ambrosio also had reason to celebrate, making her 20th appearance at a Victoria’s Secret show. Candice Swanepoel, meanwhile, continued her long association with the brand, while Elsa Hosk returned after an extended absence from the runway.
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s appearance was another notable comeback. The British model had not walked the show for more than a decade, making her return a nostalgic moment for viewers familiar with the brand’s earlier runway era.
Barbara Palvin also returned to the catwalk following the birth of her first child 6 weeks ago with husband Dylan Sprouse, who cheered her on from the audience. Her pink look added another bright moment to the show.
Natalia Bryant and Trinity Rodman Make Their Runway Debuts
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Alongside the established Angels, the show introduced new personalities to the Victoria’s Secret runway. Natalia Bryant, daughter of the late basketball legend Kobe Bryant and Vanessa Bryant, made her debut in embellished lingerie, a pink cardigan, and crystal-covered jeans. Her appearance marked a significant new chapter for the young model.
U.S. soccer star Trinity Rodman also made her Victoria’s Secret debut, walking for the brand’s Pink line in a black rhinestone-studded outfit with pink accents. The ready-to-wear segment offered a more playful contrast to the elaborate lingerie and wings elsewhere in the production.
Solange Omon was another central figure in the evening’s new-generation casting. After winning the first season of “Angels Among Us,“ the model earned her place as the newest Victoria’s Secret Angel, alongside a modeling contract with IMG Models. The competition followed a nationwide search involving approximately 1,200 women, reflecting the brand’s effort to introduce fresh talent rather than rely exclusively on familiar faces.
Australian model Abény Nhial represented Australia as the show’s sole homegrown model, while Rawleen Varghese brought South Asian representation to the runway. Alex Consani, meanwhile, delivered a striking appearance in gold wings paired with a black lace corseted set.
Megan Thee Stallion, Tate McRae and KATSEYE Take the Stage
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The music lineup was as important to the show’s atmosphere as the clothes. Megan Thee Stallion performed “Body,” bringing her energetic stage presence to a runway filled with models in lingerie and wings. Before taking the stage, she also appeared on the pink carpet in a plunging, glittering gown inspired by a look Naomi Campbell wore in 2016.
Tate McRae performed in lingerie-inspired outfits, including a black ensemble with a crystal-embellished butterfly crop top and matching skirt. She later appeared in a fiery red look with sheer detailing, delivering a performance that complemented the show’s high-glamour styling. During the production, she shared a playful moment with Gigi Hadid.
KATSEYE brought girl-group energy to the runway, while country singer Megan Moroney expanded the soundtrack beyond pop and hip-hop. The all-female lineup gave the event a distinct musical identity, with performances integrated into the runway rather than separated from the fashion presentation.
Seasonal Styling and Vintage Victoria’s Secret Looks
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Beyond the individual appearances, the show unfolded through a series of seasonal moods. Spring leaned into floral imagery and romantic detailing, while summer embraced bolder colors and a more energetic attitude. Autumn brought corsetry, lace, and softer romantic styling, before winter introduced silver accents and luxurious textures.
A vintage-inspired segment revisited the slip dresses that have become recognizable pieces in the Victoria’s Secret archive. The updated versions offered a quieter alternative to the elaborate wings and diamond-covered lingerie, showing how the brand could draw from its history without relying entirely on its most extravagant designs.
The Pink segment also provided a change of pace, bringing ready-to-wear styling and younger pop-culture personalities into the production. Together, the different sections gave the show a more structured fashion narrative than a straightforward succession of lingerie looks.
Celebrity Guests Add to the Spectacle
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The front row and surrounding festivities added another layer to the evening. Timothée Chalamet and Kris Jenner attracted attention while watching Kylie Jenner’s runway debut, while Nicole Kidman and Vanessa Bryant were among the high-profile guests at Sony Pictures Studios. Tinashe was also among the familiar faces applauding during the finale.
Lisa Rinna and her daughter, Delilah Belle, made a coordinated appearance, with Rinna wearing a pink tutu dress, a sculptural cropped jacket, and a feather-topped pillbox hat. These celebrity moments helped extend the show beyond the runway, reinforcing its place at the intersection of fashion, entertainment, and celebrity culture.
Former Angel Gisele Bündchen also appeared in video footage, teasing that audiences would be seeing more of her soon. Although not a runway return, the appearance added another nostalgic reference to the brand’s history.
Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026 Balances Nostalgia With a New Generation
The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026 brought back the spectacle that made the event a defining fixture of fashion entertainment, from the return of the Fantasy Bra to the dramatic wings and appearances by established Angels. Kylie Jenner’s $50 million look supplied the headline, while Bella Hadid’s opening appearance and Adriana Lima’s closing walk gave the production a clear beginning and end.
Yet the newer faces were equally important. Natalia Bryant, Trinity Rodman, Solange Omon, Abény Nhial, and Rawleen Varghese represented different paths into the spotlight, while the musical performances and seasonal styling helped broaden the show’s appeal.
The result was a runway that looked backward and forward at once: revisiting the extravagance associated with Victoria’s Secret while introducing new personalities and fresh styling ideas. For a brand still shaping the next phase of its fashion-show identity, the Los Angeles production made a clear case for spectacle that extends beyond lingerie alone.
Featured image: Kevin Tachman for Victoria’s Secret
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