Victoria’s Secret Angels hold a strong lead in terms of professionalism and popularity among the world’s supermodels. Fans are well aware of their unique name, but fashionilliteracy.com has decided to share with readers exactly where it originated.
The answer is quite simple and is tied to the unique concept of the brand’s signature fashion shows. At the annual Fashion Show, models showcase signature lingerie while walking down the runway with wings on their backs.
These designs can vary widely, featuring everything from angelic wings and beautiful bird wings to butterflies, American flags, dragonflies, stars, snowflakes, and much more.
The designs worn by the models range from small and delicate to large and elaborate. However, without these designs, the girls do not participate in the signature runway shows. The idea was first introduced at the 1998 event.
Why Victoria’s Secret Angels Are So Popular
Being titled an “Angel” is highly prestigious among supermodels. Only those who work with the brand and regularly participate in VS events can earn this title.
Throughout its history, there have been just over 40 recognized “Angels,” including both former and current models. The roster changes occasionally, but not often, making the addition of a new model or the departure of an existing one a significant event for both the brand and the fashion world as a whole.
Each member of the team is a world-famous supermodel with an impressive portfolio. Among them are renowned figures like Taylor Hill (Joined in 2015), Barbara Palvin (2019), Sara Sampaio (2015), Alessandra Ambrosio (2004), Adriana Lima (2000), and many more.
Interestingly, the Angels even have their own Hollywood star, unveiled in 2007 on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
However, the brand has faced a significant decline, canceling its annual Fashion Show for the first time since 1995 in 2019 and continuing this trend in subsequent years. The unanticipated move to halt the event was connected to a drop in ratings and shifts in the brand’s strategy.
For example, the company’s owners have reconsidered their stance on the body positivity movement. They started collaborating with Ali Tate Cutler and revised their stance on transgender models, incorporating Valentina Sampaio into the list of Angels.
Whether the long-awaited shows will return remains a mystery. But, it seems that, like in previous years, there will be no signature event this year.
A reminder: Our website also features an article on the history of the Victoria’s Secret brand and the Roy Raymond tragedy. The article provides more details that may interest you.
