Adriana Lima, 43, Stuns with ‘Healthier’ Body at VS Fashion Show after Retirement & Last Pregnancy

For the 2024 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, the 43-year-old Brazilian supermodel made a comeback to the runway with a “slim” body makeover.

One of the highlights of the October 15, 2024, Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show was Adriana Lima’s appearance. Her new look, which admirers were quick to pick out and appreciate, enthralled the audience after she retired in 2018 after nearly 20 years with the lingerie giant and welcomed her third child in 2022.

At the age of 37, Lima first declared her intention to retire in 2018. In a since-deleted Instagram post, she reflected on her lengthy tenure with the company. She wrote, “Dear Victoria, thank you for teaching me to fly, not just giving me wings, but showing me the world and sharing your secrets.”

“This has been my 18th fashion show, and I am still as excited as I was from the first day,” Lima said to People when talking about her last walk. I believe that this year will be the pinnacle of my professional life.

After stepping away from modeling, she was only seen at certain events and on social media. In a TikTok video posted in February 2022, Lima revealed she was pregnant with her third child, her first with partner Andre Lemmers.

In a gender reveal video released in April, the pair revealed that a boy will join Lima’s daughters from her previous marriage, Sienna and Valentina. In August 2022, her son Cyan was born.

The retired supermodel dazzled in significant events, such as the 75th Cannes Film Festival in May 2022, with her stylish maternity look throughout her pregnancy. On the red carpet, she embraced her baby bulge while wearing a mustard gown by Nicolas Jebran. Although she looked amazing, her shape was far from her typical smaller one.

In the year 2023, Lima wore a Pinko gown with gold elements and a plunging neckline to the Venice International Film Festival. Her bigger face and figure were still visible at this event.

The supermodel went to the Mon Cheri Barbara Tag event in December 2023 in Munich, Germany, a few months later. She appeared to be dropping a few pounds and wore a sleek gray gown by Donna Karan that hugged her physique.

But it was her runway debut in October 2024 that revealed her complete metamorphosis. Lima dazzled audiences during the 2024 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Brooklyn with her youthful appearance in addition to her wardrobe selections. First, her tight facial features and beautiful skin were captured in this backstage photo.

When she was ready, Lima walked the catwalk wearing her first costume, a checker-striped dress with a long-sleeved, cut-out top, high-waisted leggings, and a black bra. Her grunge-inspired angel wings gave the ensemble a bit of edge.

She emphasized her newfound vitality with a red lace nightgown with glittering wings for her second appearance. Fans were quick to express their enthusiasm for this physical shift on social media, since it was reminiscent of her earlier days as an angel for the business.

“She’s lost so much weight,” one fan wrote. She has returned 🔥. “SHE LOOKS GREAT HER SLIM BODY IS BACK,” another person commented. AMAZING WORK. I also like this outfit.

Actress Skai Jackson’s mother, Kiya Cole, went on to say, “She worked her [expletive] off in the gym religiously this past year! I saw it happen. “There’s no easy solution for her.” One more internet user wrote, “She is back with revenge, love her 😘.”

The show’s use of multiple healthier bodies, such as Lima’s, also impressed viewers. Someone said, “This bodies looks healthier and I like that, in different sizes but healthy, good for VS [sic].”