Victoria's Secret Etc, Etc (PLEASE READ POST #1 BEFORE POSTING)

[Nefertiti87]

What's the actual rationale for choosing Stella as an angel? She's barely worked with VS and they are considering making her an angel? Over Shanina, Lais, Kelly, Romee, Breje, etc. Do they really need another blonde in the lineup? She's not even a top model.

Not trying to defend Stella because she is not my favorite, but it would not be the first time for them to make rather unknown model an "Angel". Lily Aldridge was no "top model" before VS.

 

[valliaddict]

Ugh, Stella is literally the worst choice out of all the models in the show to make an angel. I would literally choose ANYONE else from the show over her, and I can't ever see her changing the naysayers minds like Karlie did. She just too plain, even for VS, and they like them some plain girls.

 

[Clipse]

We need to start a campaign for Joan or Cindy (or both) to become Angels. They have everything it takes and have the look and attitude. valliaddict, start the twitter campaign!

Otherwise, can we bring back #bodybyIza? Ten years later and she still impresses!

I'm really sad and annoyed at hearing the Doutzen news and hoping it's not true. Doutzen has always stood out for me from the second she came out in the opening segment in 2005 and matching Gisele and Karolina with their fierce walks. She grew into becoming one of my favourite models ever and her 2013 shows what a superstar she is. No other angel since Karolina left matches the credentials and resume Doutzen has. I do think it's a shame she never got the fantasy bra or opened the show but I don't think it's why she wants to leave. she spoke last year about how restrictive the contract was and how she had to almost leave just so she could work with H&M. Unlike all of the other Angels (excluding Karlie), Doutzen seems the most ambitious and I guess the VS contract is prohibiting her from taking her career to the next level.

 

[valliaddict]

^I was with you until you said #bodybyiza. She's always going to be an angel in her head. That should be enough for her.

I would prefer the combo of Joan & Jourdan. Both of them are two of the most popular models of color working today & they both would be amazing spokeswomen. I wouldn't be mad if Jasmine Tookes got a contract, though. She's gorgeous.

 

[vivalakenna]

They're doing a second TV special.

 

[happycanadian]

^I was with you until you said #bodybyiza. She's always going to be an angel in her head. That should be enough for her.

I would prefer the combo of Joan & Jourdan. Both of them are two of the most popular models of color working today & they both would be amazing spokeswomen. I wouldn't be mad if Jasmine Tookes got a contract, though. She's gorgeous.

All three!! And Maria Borges!

It's really exciting that there seem to be too many incredible women of colour to choose from! Any and all of these models would be fantastic spokesmodels for VS, I think. Jasmine is definitely the one they're grooming for the role. But Joan and Jourdan have such awesome charisma and really big careers in fashion as well. Plus, they have a more mature sex appeal, which I think VS would benefit from. Maria Borges - i confess I don't know much about her. but her smile is spectacular and she was a real standout for me at the VSFS. not sure about her spokesmodel skills, but those can be developed over time.

 

[itskady]

I would take any and all of them! Joan, Jasmine, Jourdan, Cindy, Maria. They're all beautiful. VS needs more variety. I'd love Shanina, too, Liu Wen (miss her @ VSFS so much), maybe even Blanca eventually. She's so lovely. I do see potential with Bregje and Sara S. but they fit into the same formula VS already has so it's more of the same.

I'm so excited for that other TV special!

 

[jj36]

I wonder if we'll ever have an Asian Angel? I think Sui He would be amazing.

 

[pen6693]

#BodyByIza needs to come back! She has the most personality. I love that Elsa is up there now, Joan and maybe Sara would be a great addition for new angels

 

[valliaddict]

So do we have confirmation of who all is a part of this Puerto Rico project yet?

 

[Gain]

I wonder if we'll ever have an Asian Angel? I think Sui He would be amazing.

I don't think that's possible. Sui He barely speaks English. Her look is definitely perfect for an angel though.

 

[vivalakenna]

Sui is one of my favourite models, but I think her personality wouldn't work as an Angel. Liu Wen and Ming Xi would be great Angels, in my opinion.

So far the models who are on location or confirmed to be going are: Elsa Hosk, Jac Jagaciak, Martha Hunt, Lily Aldridge, Behati Prinsloo, Jasmine Tookes, Stella Maxwell, Joan Smalls, Candice Swanepoel and Marloes Horst.

I can't imagine them excluding the other Angels, so I'm sure Adriana and Karlie will be there eventually. Doutzen's Angel status is up in the air, so I'm not sure about her. I doubt Ale will be there, as her swim line is a conflict but Martha has a Seafolly campaign and is there so they might make an exception.

 

[Trends]

They're doing a second TV special.

There's a rumor on Twitter that Rihanna is in Puerto Rico with them.

 

[valliaddict]

Could they possibly doing a swimwear fashion show?

 

[Clipse]

^I was with you until you said #bodybyiza. She's always going to be an angel in her head. That should be enough for her.

She'll always be an angel in my head too. I love her and her diva personality. She's such a throwback to the fierce days of VS and I live for #hairflipbyiza no matter how many times I've seen it!

I would prefer the combo of Joan & Jourdan. Both of them are two of the most popular models of color working today & they both would be amazing spokeswomen. I wouldn't be mad if Jasmine Tookes got a contract, though. She's gorgeous.

Jourdan may be one of the most popular models but I don't think she has the body. She's so gangly and slim. She could really do with following #bodybyiza. Jasmine on the other hand is perfect. However, I've read some not so nice things about her which puts me off. They really should give Chanel a second chance. Any combination or all of Chanel, Joan and Cindy would really work well and add some much needed diversity to the brand.

I would take any and all of them! Joan, Jasmine, Jourdan, Cindy, Maria. They're all beautiful. VS needs more variety. I'd love Shanina, too, Liu Wen (miss her @ VSFS so much), maybe even Blanca eventually. She's so lovely. I do see potential with Bregje and Sara S. but they fit into the same formula VS already has so it's more of the same.

Yes to Shanina! She has everything and they could really tap back into the Australian market that they probably lost when Miranda left.

#BodyByIza needs to come back! She has the most personality.

Finally, someone who agrees with me! Shall we start the petition?

As for Sui He, she literally looks like an angel to the point I think she'll fly away when she gets to the end of the runway! But I don't think she's angel material. I agree with Liu Wen and Ming Xi. Especially Ming Xi who's really shone in her two appearances. She has so much attitude and personality and such a strong walk. They could really make a statement with an Asian angel and break down barriers. Kelly Gale is another girl I think has a lot of potential.

 

[happycanadian]

Kelly Gale definitely has a lot of potential. She's gorgeous. Cindy Bruna too.

Now that I think of it - there seem to be a TON of models right now that would be great fits for VS. Kind of exciting to see who comes next...

 

[Littleathquakes]

No, it's not, because VS won't pick any of them.

 

[modelista]

Don't know if this is the right place to ask but I was randomly browsing looking through some old VS pics and came across THIS pic of Daul Kim.. Does anyone know when it was taken & if there are anymore pics. TIA

 

[febylous]

I think if they Doutzen is out, and Ale is possibly out soon, they should replace them with an established model to keep the image up. I mean, they will just have Candice and Karlie who are powerful. Not sure about Adriana, her time is kinda over. People didn't really care about her anymore last fashion show. Joan or Jourdan will be great candidates.

But I don't mind Cindy or Maria too! I'm so obsessed with Maria this year! Her walk is strong and confident, her pose is striking and she looked much more mature in a good way than last year. Cindy as well, she looks like she had a lot of fun.

And Jac or Taylor should be the new pink girl!

 

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