Adriana Lima is turning heads once again after showcasing a dramatic new look that has fans reminiscing about her iconic Victoria’s Secret era.
The supermodel attended the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week closing party in Madrid on September 18, where she stepped out in a sleek black gown that highlighted her toned figure.
The sleeveless, high-neck floor-length dress appeared simple from the front, but the back revealed a much more dramatic design. A large cutout exposed Lima’s sculpted back, while long straps crisscrossed and tied the look together.
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The Brazilian native completed the ensemble with her hair slicked back into a high ponytail. She opted for soft, dewy makeup featuring shimmery eyeshadow, a dark pink satin lip and defined contour. Silver drop earrings and a coordinating bracelet finished the glamorous look.
The appearance quickly caught the attention of fans, particularly because of the discussion surrounding Lima’s appearance in recent years.
In 2023, the model faced widespread online speculation about her appearance after attending the premiere of The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes. Some social-media users said they found her difficult to recognize, while others speculated about possible cosmetic procedures, including fillers and a facelift. Those claims were never confirmed by Lima.
Adriana initially pushed back against criticism surrounding her appearance, including comments describing her face as “swollen” and “unrecognizable.” However, she later acknowledged that she was surprised by how she looked in photos from the event during an interview with Harper’s Bazaar Arabia.
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The model also responded to the conversation by sharing a makeup-free selfie on her Instagram Stories. She captioned the image, “The face of a tired mom,” while describing the demands of caring for her children, all various ages, as well as three dogs.
She closed the message by writing, “Thanks for your concern.”
Now, Lima’s latest appearance has sparked a very different reaction, with fans praising her toned look and comparing her appearance to her younger modeling days.
“She’s exactly who she thinks she is,” one person wrote.
“The most beautiful woman in the world,” another fan declared.
“Even at her 45, she is the most beautiful in my eyes… I love Adriana,” a third person commented.
"Back in her prime," someone else added.
