Norwegian Model Frida Aasen Denied Return to Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

Model Frida Aasen faced rejection ahead of the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show after waiting weeks for casting results, Dagbladet reported. The 31-year-old Norwegian model, who previously walked the runway in 2017 and 2018, confirmed her casting denial in a social media comment section.

Aasen revealed the outcome in a comment on a TikTok video posted by Dutch model Romee Strijd, who also faced rejection for the upcoming event in Los Angeles. Jeg er så lei meg du ikke fikk rollen. Jeg var også på audition, og fikk dessverre nei. Det suger, men sender deg masse kjærlighet, Aasen wrote. MinMote initially covered the story and attempted to contact Aasen without success.

Casting Process and Timeline Criticized

Strijd shared details about the lengthy casting process across multiple TikTok videos, explaining that she participated in auditions in New York throughout September. Models waited up to five weeks for answers, ultimately receiving decisions only one week before the show. Strijd stated that she repeatedly asked her agent for updates while kept on a tentative list, describing the mental toll of continuing daily workouts without knowing if the effort was in vain.

Strijd criticized the handling of the auditions and expressed frustration toward her modeling agency regarding the lack of clear communication. Having previously walked in the fashion show from 2014 to 2018, Strijd now regards her history with the brand as a closed chapter.

Return of the Fashion Show

The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show originated in 1995 as an annual event but previously drew heavy criticism for promoting unhealthy ideals and a lack of inclusivity due to its focus on smaller models. The revived Los Angeles runway features several prominent models, including Adriana Lima, Gigi Hadid, Candice Swanepoel, and Ashley Graham.

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