Sri Lankan Model Elina Gunawardana Debuts on Victoria’s Secret Runway 📈

• Milestone Achievement: 19-year-old Sri Lankan model Elina Gunawardana officially made her Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show debut on 18 October at Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City, California, marking a significant milestone for South Asian representation in the global fashion & creative services sector. • Career Trajectory: Scouted by Ford Models Paris at age 18 (after starting with local agency Panthera Management), her portfolio now spans major fashion capitals (Paris, New York, London, Milan) with top clients including Dior (Haute Couture Fall 2026), Jacquemus, Fendi, Hermès, and Loewe. She also featured on the May cover of Vogue Netherlands. • Global Representation: Represented by premier international agencies—The Lions (NY), Ford Models (Paris), and Storm Management (London)—Gunawardana's rise underscores the potential for global talent export and diversification within Sri Lanka's creative industries. • 2026 Show Highlights: - Kylie Jenner debuted wearing a US$ 50 Mn Fantasy Bra by Jacob & Co. (first runway return since 2018). - Solange Omon debuted as the newest Victoria's Secret Angel. - Featured veteran Angels (Gigi Hadid, Adriana Lima, Bella Hadid) and performances by Megan Thee Stallion and KATSEYE across live digital platforms.