Natalia Bryant reached a career milestone Sunday night as she made her highly anticipated debut on the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show runway.
The 23-year-old model, who is the eldest daughter of Vanessa Bryant and the late NBA legend Kobe Bryant, joined a star-studded cast of veterans and newcomers for the brand’s televised spectacle.
Walking for the brand’s Pink sub-label, Bryant showcased a vibrant ensemble that blended streetwear aesthetics with high-fashion glamour. Her look featured a black bra adorned with leopard-print lettering, paired with a hot-pink shrug and light-wash jeans embellished with multicolored gemstones. The outfit was accented by a studded belt carrying miniature versions of the iconic Pink stuffed dog and silver heart-shaped earrings. Ahead of the event, Bryant expressed her excitement about participating in a show she has admired since childhood.
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She told reporters she felt “over the moon” to be included in the lineup, noting that she spent weeks preparing by studying archival footage of past performances. “I used to watch the show every year, since I was a little girl,” Bryant said. She added that she kept recordings of the shows on repeat to ensure she could “get into that mindset” before stepping onto the catwalk in Culver City.
Bryant was in the best company during the event, sharing the stage with industry icons such as Alessandra Ambrosio, Gigi Hadid, Irina Shayk, and Joan Smalls.
While this marked her first time walking the Victoria’s Secret runway, Bryant is no stranger to the brand, having appeared in a fall 2024 campaign for Pink. Her previous runway credits include walking for major fashion houses such as Versace, Boss, and Off-White.
She has also been featured in major advertising campaigns for David Yurman and Adidas. The young model continues to balance her professional commitments with her studies, following her debut at the Versace Spring/Summer 2024 show several years ago.
The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show returned this year with an emphasis on blending its classic theatricality with a modern, inclusive approach to casting.