Yes, no, maybe: Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

By Haley Klase

Edited by Anna Kate Mereness

Though the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show was weeks ago, it has not once left my mind. As an annual viewer of the show, this year really stood out to me. I saw numerous patterns, techniques, and trends. Some I obsessed over, others not so much. 

Let’s review:

My undeniable YES is anything to do with layering. I was shocked to see this trend appear on a lingerie runway, especially since it is more geared towards athleisure and casualwear today. The overlapping underwear styles, multicolored bras, and layers of jewelry really sparked my attention and was one of the first things I noticed. The lace layers in different colors were a cool feature to see. It reminded me of layered athletic sets but in a lacy, sexier fashion. Another fabulous touch was throwing on a crystallized mini dress to spice up simple undergarments. In my opinion, the more layers, the better.

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On the other hand, the PINK Halftime Show looks were a hard NO for me. While they incorporated my favorite layering technique like Victoria’s Secret, I’m not sure it executed. The looks felt busy as they showcased clashing colors and fabrics, and accessories that unfortunately, distracted from the main garments. PINK has been iconic for its sporty, playful aesthetic, but this collection seemed a little too playful for my liking. Over the years, we have watched PINK become less and less popular as it tries to rebrand and change with this new influencer era. Although I understand the vision, the looks seem like they have lost the original “PINK girl” feel.

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A MAYBE for me this year were the color schemes and mismatches. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVED the season theme they had for this year’s show! It brought an exciting element to the show that reminded me of the 2000s shows. The classic pinks, whites, and blacks used this year were effortless and timeless. However, some of the colors used were somewhat different than what I am used to. Specifically in the spring collection, I felt as though the neon greens and pinks reminded me too much of PINK. Similarly in the summer collection, I was intrigued by the mismatching colors such as blues, purples, yellows, and greens that were a bit out there for Victoria’s Secret. I didn’t hate it, but I also was not obsessed. I did appreciate pairing these colors with golds and silvers. I think it pieced together the look well and complemented many skin tones. 

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No matter what, I am so excited for what the next show has in store for fanatics like me!