These 7 Brazilian It Girls Could Be The Next Victoria’s Secret Angels
Even though we haven’t even seen tonight’s Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show yet, here at Galore we’re already excited for next year.
In the spirit of looking forward, photographer Charles Warren asked five of Brazil’s top agencies to share some of their early bets on model talent for future Victoria’s Secret Fashion Shows.
These Brazilian it girls shared their top beauty secrets and how they’d rock the runway if selected to be VS angels:
1. Angelica Alves
Headpiece and septum piercing: Djaya Levy for Helô Rocha | Ring: H.Stern | Bracelet: Swarovski | Sunglasses: Alexandre Herchcovitch for Chilli Beans | Top and bikini: Amir Slama | Dress: Ellus
Who is your favorite 90s supermodel?
Naomi Campbell.
What’s your go-to ab exercise?
Oblique abdominal, and I like doing Pilates.
If you could walk down the VS runway to any song, what would it be and why?
“All in my head” – Fifth Harmony, because I would be sharing the catwalk with my favorite band.
If you could win a gold medal in anything, what would it be?
Maybe in a dance.
Are you a big fan of lingerie in the bedroom?
I think first if they are comfortable. If so, it’s perfect to me.
What is one Brazilian beauty tip that we just don’t know?!
I use the extract of a plant called aloe vera in my hair, because it has many moisturizing properties.
Sunglasses: Dolce & Gabbana at Luxóttica | Earrings: Balone | Rings and bracelet: H.Stern | Choker: Match Style | Bodysuit: Tryia | Skirt: Christian Dior | Boots: Fernando Pires
2. Barbara Valente
Who is your favorite 90s supermodel?
Naomi Campbell
What’s your go-to ab exercise?
Boxing!
Are you a big fan of lingerie in the bedroom?
I think essential, but not to always be used.
What is one Brazilian beauty tip that we just don’t know?!
Coconut oil. It’s wonderful oil for skin, hair and also cooking
If you had to go topless or bottomless for the rest of your life…which one would it be?
Topless.
If you could walk down the VS runway to any song, what would it be and why?
“Tell me you love me” by Neon Trees
If you could win a gold medal in anything, what would it be?
In some writing contest.
3. Caroline Tavares
Who is your favorite 90s supermodel?
Naomi Campbell because she broke barriers for dark skinned models
What’s your go-to ab exercise?
Functional workout.
Are you a big fan of lingerie in the bedroom?
Yes! I’m a big fan! They make me feel sexy!
What is one Brazilian beauty tip that we just don’t know?!
Real sun tan! Also our unique energy makes us beautiful from the inside out.
If you had to go topless or bottomless for the rest of your life, which one would it be?
OMG, tough one…I’d feel less uncomfortable going topless I think.
If you could walk down the VS runway to any song, what would it be and why?
Any Brazilian funk beat would be awesome
If you could win a gold medal in anything, what would it be?
It wouldn’t be for any sport, so maybe for my smile!
4. Isabella Eing
Who is your favorite 90s supermodel?
Kate my icon! But also Linda Evangelista.
What’s your go-to ab exercise?
Boxing! My passion.
Are you a big fan of lingerie in the bedroom?
I’m completely obsessed with garter belts.
What is one Brazilian beauty tip that we just don’t know?!
Brazilians are just so friendly, that’s what make us beautiful.
If you had to go topless or bottomless for the rest of your life, which one would it be?
Topless for sure.
If you could walk down the VS runway to any song, what would it be and why?
“My love” by Justin Timberlake, so sexy!
If you could win a gold medal in anything, what would it be?
Boxing.
5. Lenny Nunes
Earrings: Balone | Septum piercing: Djaya Levy for Helô Rocha | Bracelets: À La Garçonne | Bra: Valisere | Garter belt and Strapless Dress: Amir Slama | Boots: Fernando Pires
Who is your favorite 90s supermodel?
I think Naomi Campbell is wonderful.
What’s your go-to ab exercise?
I do a sequence of sit-ups to keep the abdominal region rigid.
If you could walk down the VS runway to any song, what would it be and why?
The song “Cool Girl” by Tove Lo, because it’s been in my head for weeks.
If you could win a gold medal in anything, what would it be?
In handball, because I played on my school team and I love this sport.
Are you a big fan of lingerie in the bedroom?
I prefer pajamas because it is more comfortable.
What is one Brazilian beauty tip that we just don’t know?!
I really like to exfoliate my skin with coffee and sugar.
If you had to go topless or bottomless for the rest of your life, which one would it be?
Neither.
Earrings: Balone | Choker: Vitor Zerbinato | Necklace: Djaya Levy for Helô Rocha | Bodysuit: Amir Slama | Dress: Frou Frou Brechó | Socks: Scala
6. Lidia Elsenbach
Necklace: Balone | Choker: Sonia Rykiel | Blouse: Fabiana Milazzo | Skirt: Fedra | Belt: Chanel
Who is your favorite 90s supermodel?
My favorite 90s supermodel is Linda Evangelista.
What’s your go-to ab exercise?
Obliques.
Are you a big fan of lingerie in the bedroom?
Yes, I am a fan, lingerie is increasingly modern, detailed and attractive.
What is one Brazilian beauty tip that we just don’t know?!
I’m fan of lip repairing balm, my favorite is the La Roche Posay. My lips are sensitive. Mine dry too easily, so I need the hydration. I also always try to have clean skin, I don’t usually wear makeup on a daily basis.
Earrings: Balone | Necklace and brooch: Eleonora Hsiung | Shirt: Salvatore Ferragamo at Frou Frou Brechó | Skirt: Fedra
If you had to go topless or bottomless for the rest of your life…which one would it be?
I think that topless would be easier to me.
If you could walk down the VS runway to any song, what would it be and why?
“FU” by Miley Cyrus and French Montana, because this song reminds me of the Victoria’s Secret fashion show and it would be a dream to be an angel one day.
If you could win a gold medal in anything, what would it be?
I think I’d like to win for the Olympic gymnastics, since I used to practice gymnastics with my sister when we were little.
Earrings and bracelet: H.Stern | Choker: Morana | Bikini: Florinda | Dress (worn as a blouse): Frou Frou Brechó | Underwear: Calvin Klein | Pants: Aramis | Shoes: Fernando Pires
7. Lorena Marques
Sunglasses: Alexandre Herchcovitch for Chilli Beans | Hoop Earrings: Balone | Earrings: Match Style | Dress: Amir Slama | Jacket: Frou Frou Brechó | Boots: Fernando Pires
Who is your favorite 90s supermodel?
Naomi Campbell.
What’s your go-to ab exercise?
Plank.
Are you a big fan of lingerie in the bedroom? Why? Why not?
Yes, I think lingerie is the ultimate sexy outfit.
What is one Brazilian beauty tip that we just don’t know?!
To always carry a smile on the face, no matter what you’re feeling inside.
Earrings: Balone | Choker: Match Style | Bracelet: À La Garçonne | Shirt: Ricardo Almeida | Bra: Valisere | Garter belt: Amir Slama | Skirt: Fabiana Milazzo
If you had to go topless or bottomless for the rest of your life, which one would it be?
Topless. I think I would be a little more exposed if I’d go bottomless…lol
If you could walk down the VS runway to any song, what would it be and why?
Sia’s “The Greatest,” I love the rhythm of this song, it makes me move every time I hear it.
If you could win a gold medal in anything, what would it be?
I would win a gold medal for my charisma. I know it’s cliché, but it really is my main feature, at least it’s what everybody tells me, and I’m proud of it. Above all characteristics, I think politeness, sympathy and sweetness are the most important.
Photographer: Charles Warren
Stylists: Marilia Bertolucci, Alexandre Dornellas
Beauty Artists: Fernando Haddad, Mauro Marcos of Amuse Beauty Artists, Luis Cambuzano of Amuse Agency
Agencies: Joy Model (Barbara Valente, Lenny Nunes, Angélica Alves), Mega Model Brasil (Caroline Tavares, Lorena Marques), Ford Models Brasil (Isabela Eing), L’Equipe Agence (Lidia Elsenbach)
