Rekubit Exchange:Bella Hadid Makes Angelic Return to Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

An angel has returned home.

As supermodel Bella Hadid graced the stage at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on Rekubit ExchangeOct. 15, she emphasized her return to the fashion world, a welcomed homecoming that followed her two-year break from the runway.

While Cher sang her hit song "Believe," Bella strutted down the Victoria’s Secret runway sporting a red two-piece underwear set and draped in a large crimson and black cloak with a billowing train. She paired the look with red strappy heels and her signature brunette hair straightened into a sleek bob. 

Her return to the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show—which itself is making its first appearance since 2018—arrived as she’s eased back into the fashion world. In September, she appeared at the Saint Laurent Womenswear Spring-Summer 2025 show as part of Paris Fashion Week. The outing marked her first official runway appearance since October 2022. 

For the show, the 28-year-old sported an oversized black suit, white button-down and tie paired with black-rimmed sunglasses and a sleek bun hairdo. 

And while Bella has always put her heart and soul into her runway appearances, she took some much-needed distance from the fashion industry, a world she felt wasn’t returning the favor.

"After 10 years of modeling," Bella told Allure in an interview published April 30, "I realized I was putting so much energy and love and effort into something that, in the long run, wasn't necessarily giving it back to me."

But Bella is no stranger to taking a break from fashion when she feels it’s necessary, notably pausing her relationship with Victoria’s Secret in 2020 following allegations—some of which were made by Bella—of sexual harassment and bullying from Ed Razek, the company's former brand officer.

However, in December 2021 it was announced that Bella had decided to reteam with the fashion brand.

"What magnetized me to coming back was them coming to me and really proving to me that, behind the scenes, Victoria's Secret has changed so drastically," she told Marie Claire the same day as the return announcement. "There was a type of way that, I think, a lot of us women who used to work with Victoria's Secret felt. And now, six of the seven [VS] board members are all female. And there's new photoshoot protocols that we have. So a lot has changed."

Bella isn’t the only former Angel to make her return to the VS runway. Keep reading for a full look at all the stars who showed up and showed out.

The America's Next Top Model creator made her return to the catwalk after 20 years.

The Blackpink star opened the show with a daring performance of "Rockstar."

She sported a starry train and bodysuit with mesh detailing.

Gigi said she was channeling bestie Taylor Swift during her moment, appearing from a lifted platform under the stage.

After stepping away from modeling, Bella returned to the spotlight with a crimson-coated look.

Kate—whose daughter Lila Moss also modeled at the event—hit the runway for her first-ever VS appearance. 

She strutted her stuff in a black dress with a high slit.

She shone bright on the Victoria's Secret runway.

It's time to embrace the Halloween spirit with a devilish winged style.

Icy wings completed the angelic outfit.

Her black lingerie was topped with a netted overlay.

Plaid was in for the supermodel at the 2024 Victoria's Secret show.

Her outfit was completed with the brand's iconic pink and white stripe print.

Her silky wings accentuated the sleek style.

She topped off her lingerie with a statement-making baby pink shawl. 

The model hit the runway before Cher went on to finish the show with a performance of "Believe."

The iconic singer proved she's going to keep turning back time with her fabulous fashions.

The model paired her black lacy black bra with an oversized black blazer.

The actor brought some friends with him to help cheer on wife Barbara Palvin, who will be walking the runway.

The TikToker put on a leggy display in a pink skirt and jacket set.

The singer and actress showed off her enviable figure in a sheer black dress.

The Bachelor in Paradise alum looked demire in a black dress.

The make-up artist rocked an all-white suit for the occasion.

The Queer Eye food an wine expert was all muscle on the pink carpet.

The TikToker cut a striking figure in a red gown.

The Southern Charm star rocked a plunging black gown.

The "Ice Cream Man" rapper went for an all black look against the pink carpet.

Idris Elba's daugther matched the carpet in a simple pink dress.

The singer looked iconic in a skin-baring pink gown, giving a peek at her belly button ring.

The model struck in pose in a two-tone red and blue gown.