Adriana Lima, 45, turns heads in neon green lace as she makes sensational return to the Victoria's Secret runway

Adriana Lima brought a burst of colour to the Victoria's Secret runway, stepping out in neon green lace with a spectacular arrangement of pink flowers fanning out behind her.

The Brazilian supermodel, 45, smiled broadly and raised one arm above her head as she modelled the striking look during the brand's Los Angeles show on Sunday, 18 October.

With her long brunette hair falling in glossy waves, Adriana looked completely at home on the catwalk. There was plenty of the personality she promised ahead of last year's event, when she told Victoria's Secret: "I am bringing the Lima energy."

Adriana Lima's Victoria's Secret runway look

Her vibrant bodysuit featured floral lace, a plunging neckline and a sheer panel through the middle, with cut-outs at the waist crossed by delicate green straps.

Scalloped edges softened the high-cut design, while matching green peep-toe heels continued the colour all the way down to her feet. Sparkling bracelets on both wrists added another touch of glamour.

The most theatrical detail, however, was behind her. Pale pink blossoms extended outwards on fine branches, creating an oversized pair of floral wings that framed her shoulders and head.

Against the pink-lit backdrop, the combination made for a particularly striking runway moment. Adriana's beauty look was equally polished, with softly defined eyes, rosy cheeks and a pink lip complementing her centre-parted waves.

In the photographs, she turned towards the audience with a wide smile, pointing one finger upwards as she walked along the reflective catwalk.

Adriana Lima joins Victoria's Secret's famous faces

This year's event took place at Sony Studios in Culver City, with a line-up including Gigi Hadid, Candice Swanepoel, Anok Yai, Alex Consani and Precious Lee.

Music was also a major part of the evening, with Tate McRae, Megan Thee Stallion, Megan Moroney and Katseye announced as performers.

For Adriana, the appearance continued a relationship with Victoria's Secret that stretches back almost three decades. She began working with the brand in 1998 and made her debut in its fashion show the following year.

She returned to the runway in 2024, and her 2025 appearance marked her 20th Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. This year's walk adds another chapter to that long-running partnership. 

Adriana Lima's advice for aspiring models

Born in Salvador, Brazil, Adriana entered modelling after accompanying a friend into a competition. At 15, she won Ford's Supermodel of Brazil contest before going on to build an international career. 

Yet when asked by Victoria's Secret in September 2025 who she would most like to share the runway with, she chose her daughters.

Her advice for anyone hoping to follow in her footsteps was equally personal: "Be yourself, don't be afraid to show your personality, and go for it."