Adriana Lima Sounds Off on Kylie Jenner’s Diamond Bra and the Real Reason Her Victoria’s Secret Return Felt Different

Adriana Lima is setting the record straight on the headline-grabbing moments from the Victoria‘s Secret Fashion Show, praising Kylie Jenner’s surprise turn in the diamond bra and celebrating a major personal milestone on the runway. The 45-year-old supermodel addressed the buzz during the 2026 CFDA Fashion Awards on Nov. 2 at New York City’s American Museum of Natural History, revealing that despite walking the iconic catwalk for over two decades, her recent return marked a powerful shift in how the industry embraces motherhood.

Dressed in an archival white Donna Karan Collection Fall 2006 gown at the Amazon Fashion-presented event, the mother of five reflected on the Oct. 18 runway spectacle in Los Angeles. Her appearance came just weeks after hitting the catwalk alongside fellow mothers, signaling an evolving era for the brand she first represented in 1999.

Adriana Lima arrives at the 2026 CFDA Fashion Awards at the American Museum of Natural History.

Backstage Secrets: What Adriana Lima Really Thought of Kylie Jenner and Megan Thee Stallion

The Los Angeles runway show delivered two massive pop-culture moments that dominated digital chatter: Kylie Jenner’s walk in the JACOB & Co. diamond bra and a high-octane performance from Megan Thee Stallion. Having worn the storied Fantasy Bra three times throughout her career, Lima offered high praise for Jenner’s surprise appearance.

“Everyone but me knew about that. I was too busy with the kids. I thought it was a beautiful surprise for everyone,” Lima explained to PEOPLE. “She carried so wonderfully. I think it was perfect. I’m so happy that she did it.”

Lima was equally enthusiastic about Megan Thee Stallion, who also attended the CFDA gala in New York. The runway veteran commended the musician’s magnetic stage energy and down-to-earth persona.

“She killed it. She had such a wonderful presence, so strong, so charismatic. And you know what I love about her? I’m talking about Meg. She is a girl’s girl. Love her for that. I’m a fan. I’m crazy for her right now, specifically after the show.”

Kylie Jenner walks the runway at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.

A Runway Shift: Celebrating New Mothers in Fashion

Beyond the celebrity cameos, the runway spotlight fell heavily on representation for working mothers. Models Barbara Palvin and Elsa Hosk both walked the Oct. 18 show shortly after giving birth, highlighting a major contrast to the rigid industry standards of previous decades.

A widespread misconception has long persisted that high-fashion modeling requires stepping away entirely after starting a family. Lima’s own trajectory directly dismantles that myth, having walked the show in 2024 after welcoming a baby in 2022, and returning once again this fall.

“To see that Victoria’s Secret have been supporting women in different phases of their life. I started in 1999, so over 20 years of Victoria’s Secret. I was a teen [then] a young woman [then] an adult [then] a mom, a mom of five right now. So yes, it’s beautiful to see that we’ve been celebrating women no matter what phase you are in. It’s wonderful.”

Adriana Lima walks the runway during the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in California.

Family Support in the Front Row

For Lima, the emotional anchor of the evening rested squarely in the audience. Her husband Andre Lemmers and her mother were in attendance, but it was spotting her teenage daughters, Valentina and Sienna, that made the night historic for her personally.

“It definitely makes it special to have the support. I feel more confident in a way to have my family around me,” Lima noted. “It’s not the girls’ first rodeo watching the show, but funny enough, I never see them. I see my mom, I see my husband, but for some reason I cannot see them in the audience. I always look for them.”

Her daughters kept their location secret prior to showtime. “They did not want to tell me where they were sitting, by the way, but finally this year, after so many years, I was able to see them.”

Preparation for the show was also a full family affair, with her children—including 4-year-old son Cyan—serving as her daily wellness squad.

• Gym companions: Lima’s children joined her during workouts leading up to the event.
• Nutrition accountability: Her kids actively reminded her to stick to her meal plan, playfully catching any slip-ups.
• Front-row morale: Valentina and Sienna provided vital sideline support from the crowd.

Key Highlights: Adriana Lima’s 2026 Red Carpet and Runway Moments

✨ Adriana Lima continues to redefine career longevity, showing that top-tier runway success and motherhood can seamlessly go hand in hand.

📱 From cheering on new moms to supporting icons like Megan Thee Stallion and Kylie Jenner, her veteran presence remains unmatched.

💬 Did Kylie Jenner’s diamond bra walk live up to the legacy, or did Adriana Lima steal the show? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!