Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 16, 2025 · Entertainment

Victoria's Secret 2025: Supermodel Moms Reign Supreme on the Runway!

At the Victoria's Secret Show in New York on Wednesday it was clear that it was the mothers who were stealing the show - including pregnant Jasmine Tookes (centre)

GIGI HADID, ALESSANDRA AMBROSIO, AND JASMINE TOOKES: THE UNLIKELY SUPERMODEL SUPERMUMS RECLAIMING THEIR FAME AT VICTORIA'S SECRET SHOW

In a bold move to reclaim their sex appeal and relevance in the ever-changing world of fashion, the Victoria's Secret brand brought back its iconic supermodel lineup for a highly anticipated show on Wednesday night. But what caught everyone's attention was not just the jaw-dropping performances or daring outfits worn by the likes of Gigi Hadid, 30, Adriana Lima, 44, and Emily Ratajkowski, 34 – it was their remarkable transformation from high-flying supermodels to devoted mothers.

As the catwalk sizzled with the presence of these stunning matriarchs, the audience couldn't help but be mesmerized by their renewed energy and confidence. For years, Victoria's Secret had struggled to maintain its relevance amidst a rapidly shifting fashion landscape. But with this show, the brand made a daring attempt to reclaim its 'super sexy' roots while also embracing a new era of inclusivity and body positivity.

Gigi, 30, was a vision beauty as she hit the catwalk in a bubblegum-pink top and high-waisted lace briefs that flashed a glimpse of her taut midriff

Among the sea of supermodels strutting their stuff on the catwalk was Gigi Hadid – one of the highest-paid models in the world. But behind her glamorous facade lies a devoted mother who prioritizes family over fame. In a candid interview, she revealed how motherhood had changed her life, confessing that her morning routine now consists of "whatever Khai's having" (her daughter with ex-partner Zayn Malik) and making pancakes for her little one every day.

"I have a very mum morning routine," Gigi gushed to Wall Street Journal. "I eat whatever Khai's having. I make her pancakes and sausages every day." She also credited keeping up with her active daughter as her new fitness regime, admitting that she gets moving by walking and doing yoga with Khai.

Meanwhile, Adriana Lima – one of the oldest models on the runway at 44 – stunned the audience in a sheer sequin-covered bodysuit, flaunting her age-defying physique. A proud mother-of-three, Adriana has been an inspiration to millions with her unwavering dedication to fitness, revealing that she once walked in the Victoria's Secret show just eight weeks after giving birth to one of her daughters.

The Vogue covergirl, who followed her sister Bella down the runway, also modelled a second striking look, a luminous white teddy with a fluttering skirt that was framed by plump wings

"Adriana's metabolism had slowed down," her personal trainer Michael Olajide Jr. explained to Vogue. "We had to get her burning 24/7." Her workouts included stints on an exercise bike, core work, shadowboxing and skipping – a testament to her unrelenting pursuit of fitness even in the face of motherhood.

But it was Emily Ratajkowski who stole the show with her Victoria's Secret debut at 34, a rare feat for models who typically retire from the industry by their mid-20s. Despite feeling overwhelmed by motherhood and admitting that she "lost her identity" after becoming a mum, Emily exuded confidence on the catwalk in a lavender lace bra and thong.

"I think [fashion] is actually one of the ways I really enjoy being subversive with motherhood," she said in an interview with Elle UK. "There's so much around what a mom should look like... I want to show that you can be sexy and beautiful, even when you're not looking perfect."

Gigi shares five-year-old daughter Khai with ex Zayn Malik and previously said that she feels 'grateful to be a young mum'

And then there was Jasmine Tookes – a Victoria's Secret Angel who shone bright on the catwalk alongside her fellow supermodel-mums. The 29-year-old beauty is known for her incredible physique and enviable lifestyle – but behind the glamour lies a devoted mother to a baby girl, whom she welcomed in 2021.

"I've always been drawn to strong women," Jasmine gushed in an interview with The Scholarly Note. "As a model, I think it's so cool that we get to show people what it means to be powerful and sexy at the same time." Her words echoed through the crowd as she sashayed down the catwalk, flaunting her curves and captivating the audience with her fiery energy.

In an era of increasing body positivity and inclusivity, Victoria's Secret has finally taken a bold step towards reclaiming its status as a leader in the fashion industry. By embracing their supermodel-mums and celebrating their unique experiences as mothers, the brand has sent a powerful message to the world: beauty is not just about looks – it's about confidence, self-love, and a willingness to take risks.

Ahead of the Victoria's Secret show she revealed just how much her life has changed as she shared a snap of a packed lunch on her kitchen counter

As Gigi Hadid concluded in her Wall Street Journal interview, "I think being a mom has made me more confident... I feel like I can be myself, and that's what makes me the most beautiful."

At the age of 44, Adriana - tied with fellow Angel and fellow mother Alessandra Ambrosio - was the oldest model on the runway and she looked phenomenal in a sheer bodysuit

Later, Adriana returned with a second black-and-silver look, contrasting her enormous silver wingspan with a cut-out teddy featuring sheer black stripes over her trim stomach

Adriana is a proud mother-of-three, sharing daughters Valentina, 15, and Sienna, 12, with ex-husband Marko Jari¿, and son Cyan, three, with boyfriend Andre Lemmers (pictured in 2023)

Wednesday night saw Emily make her Victoria's Secret Show debut at the age of 34 - a rarity given the average age of retirement for a Victoria's Secret model is 28

Emily shares son Sylvester, four, with her ex-husband Sebastian Bear-McClard and previously admitted she felt she 'lost her identity' when becoming a mother

While nine months pregnant with her second child, Jasmine, 34, looked incredible as she opened the show in a beaded gold dress that showed off her burgeoning bump

In July, she revealed she is expecting her second child with husband Juan David Borrero. The couple are already the proud parents of a two-year-old daughter named Mia Victoria

Ashley Graham put her famous curves on display in a black bra and semi-sheer lace briefs as she hit the runway on Wednesday

The 37-year-old model shares three sons with her longtime husband Justin Ervin - five-year-old Isaac and three-year-old twins Roman and Malachi

A body positivity figurehead, Ashley was not shy of showing off her postpartum figure, proudly displaying her stretch marks in social media snaps

Behati Prinsloo, 37, exuded glamour on the runway as she stepped out in a lacy blue¿gray robe with a flowing gray scarf and circular wing structure

The Namibian supermodel also delighted with her second look as she sported a grey bra featuring silver accents, along with matching garter and g-string

Alessandra Ambrosio, 44, looked incredible in a sheer beige monokini with clam-like designs protecting her modesty

She later slipped into a sexy black bustier teamed with stockings and giant wings with a voluminous train

Alessandra has two children with ex-fiancé Jamie Mazur: daughter Anja, 17, and son Noah, 12

Candice Swanepoel, 36, turned heads in a covered up a grey bra covered by a top of multiple beaded strands teamed with giant wings

The South African mode second look featured a black bra, garter, briefs and stockings in the same shade

Candice shares sons Anacan, nine, and Ariel, six, with ex partner Hermann Nicoli

In 2018 she walked in the VS show four months after welcoming her second child (pictured at the show) and revealed the secrets to her pre-show preparation

Doutzen Kroed, 40, looked sensational in a sheer black bodysuit with floral lace designs and a cutout over her toned tummy

Her second look was a tiny gold dress with giant wing detailing on the bodice

Doutzen is mother to 15-year-old son Phyllon Joy and nine-year-old daughter Myllena Mae, whom she shares with her husband Sunnery James Gorré

Lily Aldridge, 39, was a vision when she took to the runway in sheer black negligee that covered a racy lingerie set.

The supermodel is mom to daughter, Dixie, 12, and son Winston, six, with her husband, Kings of Leon musician Caleb Followill

Irina Shayk, 39, looked like a burlesque performer in her outfit, which included a towering pink featured headdress teamed with a sheer white corset and a matching thong

Her second outfit featured a red bra with an asymmetrical top and a flowing semi-sheer red skirt that fluttered around her to highlight her legs

The Russian beauty shares daughter Lea, eight, with ex Bradley Cooper