Get ready for a fashion showdown that’s stirring up both excitement and debate! Iris Law, the 24-year-old daughter of Hollywood heavyweights Jude Law and Sadie Frost, has officially been confirmed to strut her stuff on the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show runway. But here’s where it gets controversial: as a ‘nepo baby,’ her rise to this coveted spot has reignited conversations about privilege in the modeling world. Is talent enough, or does a famous last name still open doors? Let’s dive in.
Iris, already a seasoned model with Vogue covers in Japan, Spain, Korea, and Hong Kong, is no stranger to the spotlight. But walking as a Victoria’s Secret Angel places her in a league alongside icons like Adriana Lima and Alessandra Ambrosio. Backstage photos from New York City show her prepping for the event, complete with giant angel wings and a pink bra emblazoned with the iconic ‘VS’ logo. Her cryptic Instagram teaser, ‘ready?????? 🪽🪽🪽,’ was met with a fiery response from Victoria’s Secret: ‘Oh, we’re ready 🔥.’
The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, a spectacle of ornate lingerie, angelic wings, and star-studded performances, has been a cultural phenomenon since its debut in 1995. But it’s not without its controversies. The show was canceled in 2019 amid declining viewership, backlash over its lack of inclusivity, and shifting societal norms around body positivity. And this is the part most people miss: its 2024 revival aimed to address these issues head-on, introducing plus-size models like Ashley Graham and Paloma Elsesser, who are returning this year.
This year’s lineup is breaking new ground. Alongside Iris, WNBA star Angel Reese and Olympic gymnast Suni Lee will make history as the first athletes to grace the VS runway. ‘As a Black woman, representation is really important for me,’ Reese told USA Today. But does this diversity push go far enough? Critics argue that while progress is visible, the brand still has work to do.
The show’s musical acts are equally buzzworthy, featuring Missy Elliott, Karol G, Madison Beer, and K-pop sensation TWICE. Yet, as we celebrate these milestones, it’s worth asking: Is Victoria’s Secret truly redefining beauty standards, or is it just catching up to a world that’s already moved on? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—this is one conversation that’s far from over.
