Hollywood today: Brooklyn shimmers as Victoria’s Secret 2025 rewrites runway history

Victoria’s Secret’s 2025 “Reawakening” show marked a bold, inclusive comeback, celebrating diversity, motherhood and global music. From Jasmine Tookes’ pregnancy walk to TWICE’s fiery debut, the night redefined beauty and power.

By Surjosnata Chatterjee

Oct 16, 2025 23:54 IST

Victoria’s Secret 2025

The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show returned with its 2025 theme, “Reawakening” which acted as a nod to the brand’s new and more inclusive identity. Hosted at Brooklyn’s Steiner Studios, the runway shimmered with beauties in wings and jewels. Models like Gigi Hadid, Adriana Lima and Barbara Palvin turned the ramp into a celebration of beauty, strength and individuality. Musical magic came from Madison Beer, Karol G, K-pop powerhouse TWICE, the ever-iconic Missy Elliott and more sealing the night with rhythm and radiance.

Jasmine Tookes’ History-Making Walk

In the night’s most talked-about moment, Jasmine Tookes walked the runway nine months pregnant which was a first in the brand’s history. Opening the show in a sheer fishnet dress and seashell-inspired wings, Tookes redefined what glamour and power look like. Her proud baby-bump moment symbolised not just motherhood, but the evolution of the brand was one that now embraces real, raw, and radiant women. Watch her walk the ramp.

TWICE Takes Over the Runway

K-pop royalty TWICE set the stage ablaze as the first-ever K-pop girl group to perform at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. Members Nayeon, Jihyo, Tzuyu, and Momo performed their hits “This Is For” and “Strategy” in the “Class of Pink” segment, all while rocking the brand’s signature PINK line with flair. Their electric performance blended bold fashion, choreography and charisma, proving once again why TWICE reigns is supreme in global pop culture. Here's a glimpse of the performing.

Karol G’s sets an example

Karol G made history for being the first Latina artist to perform at the iconic event. Dressed in a red lace catsuit and scarlet wings, she owned the stage with “Ivonny Bonita” and “Latina Forever.” It was more than a performance, more like a power move, celebrating Latin pride and representation in a space that’s finally expanding its lens of beauty. Check out the reel.

Barbara Palvin walks through pain and still slays

Barbara Palvin proved sheer grit can be glamorous. Despite breaking her foot just four weeks before the show, the Hungarian model walked the runway with unshakable grace. Husband Dylan Sprouse cheered from the sidelines, calling her his “tough cookie.” Palvin reportedly even practiced her walk the night before is a proof that a little pain can’t dim a true Angel’s glow. Here's how she looked.

Alex Consani returns to change the rules of runway

Alex Consani, who made history in 2024 as the first openly trans model to walk the VS runway, returned this year with confidence and charisma. As part of the reimagined “The Tour” era, Consani shared the stage with Anok Yai, Joan Smalls, and Lily Aldridge — proving that the future of Victoria’s Secret is as diverse as it is dazzling. Check out her post.

Victoria’s Secret’s “Reawakening” wasn’t just a fashion show, but it was a statement. From motherhood to music, from diversity to daring dreams, this year’s runway reminded the world that the brand’s wings aren’t just back, they’re bolder, stronger, and more real than ever.

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