Victoria’s Secret is back with its larger-than-life wings, barely-there ensembles, and runway moments that have everyone talking. But among the familiar faces and fantasy-inspired looks, Middle Eastern beauties are giving us plenty of reasons to keep our eyes on the runway. From Bella Hadid stepping out in a floral fairy-inspired look to Gigi Hadid and Imaan Hammam making their mark on the iconic catwalk, these models prove that they know how to make an entrance. Here are the Middle Eastern stars bringing their own magic to the Victoria’s Secret runway.
1. Bella Hadid
If anyone knows how to make an entrance, it’s Bella Hadid. The model opened the 2026 Victoria’s Secret show in a look that felt like a springtime fantasy brought to life. Her embellished two-piece set was covered in colourful floral details, with lime-green accents tying everything together. But the real showstopper? An elaborate pair of branch-like wings decorated with flowers in every shade imaginable. Finished with a sheer green cover-up and matching heels, the look had Bella looking like she had taken a little detour from an enchanted garden straight onto the runway.
And because one memorable look clearly wasn’t enough, Bella returned in a completely different mood. This time, she wore a sheer white pleated dress over white lingerie, complete with a sparkling silver neckline. Her oversized white wings flowed behind her with every step, while silver fringes added a little extra drama. Dreamy, delicate, and just the right amount of theatrical, the second look was a reminder that Bella can make even the simplest colour palette feel like a moment.
Bella first walked the Victoria’s Secret runway in 2016 in Paris, before returning for the show’s revival in 2024 and appearing again in 2025. In 2026, she was back to open the show, and honestly, we wouldn’t have wanted it any other way.
Imaan Hammam
Imaan Hammam gave us two looks that couldn’t be more different, and we’re certainly not complaining. First up was a silver lingerie set with delicate draping and sparkling details, paired with a cascade of fringe that swayed with every step. The high-cut bottoms and strappy heels kept the look daring, while the shimmering fabric added just the right amount of old-school glamour. It was giving silver-screen siren, Victoria’s Secret edition.
For her other look, Hammam traded silver for a punchy lime green. Her embellished lingerie set featured intricate cut-outs and dangling fringe, while a pair of oversized, leafy green wings transformed the whole look into a full-blown fairy fantasy. Add her voluminous curls and those statement wings, and you have a runway moment that was impossible to miss. Who needs a fairy godmother when you have a Victoria’s Secret glam team?
Imaan Hammam first walked the Victoria’s Secret runway in 2014, making her return to the show in 2024 after its hiatus. And honestly, we’re very happy to have her back. The Dutch-Moroccan-Egyptian model has continued to make her mark on the fashion world, and her Victoria’s Secret appearances are another reminder of why she belongs on a runway this iconic.
Gigi Hadid
Gigi Hadid first walked the Victoria’s Secret runway in 2015, and she’s clearly still finding new ways to make those wings work. For her sixth appearance at the 2026 show, she gave us two very different looks, and we’re not picking favorites just yet.
First up was an all-white moment that left plenty of room for the wings to do their thing. Gigi paired a white lingerie set with a sheer corset-style top, sparkling body chains, and matching heels. But the real showstoppers were those enormous, feather-like white wings, stretching out behind her in all their dramatic glory. Subtle? Not even a little. Gorgeous? Absolutely.
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Then came a complete change of mood. Gigi stepped out in pastel blue lingerie trimmed with pink lace, layered under a sheer, iridescent cover-up that shimmered with every move. The pink-and-blue color combination gave the look a playful, almost candy-colored feel, while oversized pink earrings added another pop of color. And those sparkling, sequin-covered wings? They practically had their own spotlight. If the first look was angelic, this one was ready to party.
From Imaan’s comeback to Gigi’s growing Victoria’s Secret legacy and Bella’s fairy-tale-worthy looks, these models brought their own kind of magic to the 2026 show. They each have a different runway presence, but one thing is certain: when Middle Eastern beauties hit the catwalk, we’re paying attention. And honestly, we wouldn’t mind a few more wings next year.
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