Vogue reported on the morning of October 16 (Hanoi time), after 4 years of cancellation, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show officially returned with a performance at Duggal Greenhouse, New York City, USA.

The program lasted about 45 minutes, divided into 5 different parts, bringing together 41 models, including veteran angels who left the brand and suddenly returned such as Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrosio, Candice Swanepoel, Behati Prinsloo, models Paloma Elsesser, Imaan Hammam, Grace Elizabeth, Taylor Hill… and many other rookies.

Interspersed with the collections were performances by guest singers. Gigi Hadid wore a satin playsuit, taking on the role of first face. Bella Hadid was the last vedette of the collection, before Tyra Banks catwalked to close the show. It had been 20 years since the audience had seen the “mother” of America’s Next Top Model appear at Victoria’s Secret.

Tyra Banks and models salute at the end of the show. Photo: People.

On forums and social networks, many comments criticized Gigi’s unimpressive opening, but then she attracted attention when she performed in a red bikini. Meanwhile, the moment Swanepoel with her toned 60cm waist, no excess fat and Ambrosio’s radiant smile received praise and admiration. In addition, Mika Schneider’s catwalk with a “carefree” expression is also going viral on social networks.

According to Billboard , as the opening act, Lisa “could easily be mistaken for a model” because of her perfect figure. She rode a motorbike onto the stage and performed the hit Rockstar to a vibrant soundtrack. Many comments commented that Lisa focused on the performance and choreography in this performance, but when it came to Moonflit Floor , Lisa’s voice was clearly demonstrated. This is a rare time when Lisa has been criticized for her live singing since her solo debut.

“Lisa feels more outstanding than the model”, “Her singing and dancing improved”, “Choosing Rockstar to open the show is reasonable”… are comments from netizens.

Lisa has hot choreography on the Victoria’s Secret stage. Photo: People.

Meanwhile, legendary singer Cher made a strong impression with her two hits Strong Enough and Believe. The 78-year-old star stood on stage and performed the 1998 classic, among models strutting in sweet pink lingerie.

Tyla, 22, completed the lineup with amapiano melodies through the songs Water and PUSH 2 START . The artist’s small stature did not hinder her powerful voice. To stand out, she wore giant white angel wings.

After years of controversy for only favoring models with a toned, strong Latin American look, the lingerie brand has now expanded its standards, allowing plus-size, older, and transgender models to participate in the show. The 4th collection was used by the organizers to honor that.

Overall, the show was not as “good” as the majority expected. Many viewers criticized the new stage design as being spacious but lacking in connection and interaction between the models and singers, revealing many cameras in the frame. Part of the reason for the show’s coolness was that the spirit of the show changed to a lighter direction, so the audience rarely got to enjoy the fiery strides or show off the models’ unique posing skills.