Bella Hadid and Victoria's Secret: More Than an Angel on the Runway
Bella Hadid Victoria's Secret is not just an "angel walking" moment on the runway, but also one of the iconic images marking the transformation of this famous lingerie brand. From the hot image associated with angel wings, Bella brings a new spirit: more modern, more individual and has a strong influence on the style of Gen Z today.
Bella Hadid – Victoria's Secret's "Black" Angel
Among the names associated with the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, Bella Hadid stands out with her cold yet seductive demeanor, each step is decisive, both sexy and strong. She officially debuted on the VS catwalk in 2016, making a strong impression with a shiny black outfit combined with cold iron wings - a completely strange image compared to the classic angel.
With healthy olive skin, sharp eyes and proactive catwalk, Bella takes Victoria's Secret out of the "lingerie for soft women" stereotype - shifting towards the image of a modern, independent woman who knows how to control her body.
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Bella Hadid's Stormy Moments at Victoria's Secret
1. 2016 – “The Black Angel” Appears
On her first catwalk for VS, Bella immediately caused a stir when she wore black lingerie with transparent mesh and metal wings, creating an “urban warrior” effect. This was also the time she walked right in front of her ex-boyfriend The Weeknd – creating a global “viral” moment.
2. 2017 – Sexy Yet Playful
At the 2017 Shanghai show, Bella appeared in a pale pink outfit, soft feather wings, and walked the catwalk full of energy. Her smiling expression, dancing, and slightly curly hair – all made her feel like she was not just a model but a part of the show.
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3. 2018 – Sharper and More Comfortable Than Ever
In the final season of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, Bella looked her most "fully formed": confident, toned, and with an air of charisma. No longer forced, she exuded the spirit of a woman who understood herself.
Bella Hadid And Her Impact On Victoria's Secret Image
Since 2016, Bella has represented a new generation of angels – edgy, cool, sporty, a bit tomboyish but still sexy. In a context where Victoria's Secret has faced many criticisms for its monotony and lack of diversity, Bella has brought a new breath of fresh air to the brand.
What’s special about Bella is that she doesn’t represent a fixed standard of sexiness. Sometimes bold, sometimes gentle, sometimes strong like a warrior goddess – it’s this transformation that makes her a versatile icon, reflecting the true spirit of Gen Z: not being confined to a single “beauty mold”.
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Gen Z and the Image of the "New Angel"
No longer just wings and sequin lingerie, Gen Z sees Victoria's Secret today through a more diverse lens: many body types, many skin tones, many styles. Bella Hadid has become a role model for that change – a woman who is not perfect, but self-possessed, confident, and deeply personal.
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Young TikTokers, fashion vloggers and stylists in Vietnam are also taking inspiration from Bella: from confident catwalk style, strong posing to lingerie-layer blazer combinations, corset + straight pants, bralette under silk shirts - all originating from the runway spirit that Bella once created.
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