A star of Indian heritage has landed on the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show runway! Held in New York City on October 15, the event was as spectacular as expected, showcasing a host of renowned supermodels. Among them, Neelam Gill made a memorable appearance, turning heads with her confident stride.
You might be wondering who she is and why she’s creating such a buzz. Diet Paratha aptly summarized her second consecutive year at the show as “no skips!!” Neelam, who debuted last year with holographic wings, opted for a softer, dreamy aesthetic this time around, featuring a pale pink lingerie set and fairytale-inspired wings.
Born in Coventry, England, in 1995, Neelam’s roots trace back to her Sikh grandparents from Punjab. Her modeling journey began at the tender age of 13, and by 18, she had already made a significant impact, appearing in a Burberry campaign for London Fashion Week. Her career has since seen her walk for notable designers like Kanye West, Rohit Bal, and Dior, and feature in campaigns for Abercrombie & Fitch and L’Oréal Paris.
The show itself was a spectacle, with a pregnant Jasmine Tookes opening the parade, celebrating motherhood in a unique way. The Hadid sisters, Gigi and Bella, also had their iconic winged moments, with Bella making a remarkable return to the public eye. Other standout performers included Madison Beer, Karol G, Ashley Graham, Adriana Lima, Candice Swanepoel, Alex Consani, and Paloma Elsesser. Which of these VS angel looks was your favorite?