Bella Hadid’s After-Party Dress Evoked Britney Spears’ 2001 VMA Look
After the 2026 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, Bella Hadid wore a sheer black lace mock-neck mini with visible lingerie to a West Hollywood after-party. Observers compared the outfit to Britney Spears’ navy Dolce & Gabbana lace dress from the 2001 VMAs. Hadid also debuted brighter blonde, tousled hair, adding to the early-2000s resemblance.
Bella Hadid surprised as the 2026 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show opener, then changed into a see-through black lace high-neck micro dress for a West Hollywood gathering at Bird Streets Club. Underneath, a black bra and briefs were visible, recalling Britney Spears’ 2001 VMAs outfit: a short navy Dolce & Gabbana lace piece layered over a balconette bra and boy shorts.
Hadid’s hair was also lighter and tousled, reinforcing the early-2000s parallel. Spears’ lace mini has since inspired other tributes, including Tate McRae and Sabrina Carpenter at the 2024 VMAs, while Kourtney Kardashian wore the original Dolce & Gabbana dress in Italy in 2021 with lace thigh-high stockings.
This comparison may extend Y2K revival interest, prompting shoppers and stylists to revisit sheer lace and visible lingerie styling. It could also amplify Hadid’s and Spears’ cultural relevance, especially among younger audiences encountering 2000s pop fashion through social media. Brands associated with similar looks may see renewed attention, though the effect is likely temporary and dependent on how widely the outfit circulates online.