Heidi Klum’s ‘powerful’ latex dress has stayed true for 17 years, even when it’s hard to walk

heidi klum A hot topic at the 2026 tournament sunday night grammy awards Wearing a dress that turned heads for more than one reason. The 52-year-old German model chose: “naked” latex dress The piece, by German designer Marina Holmansede, appeared to be a cast of a part of her body, and attracted attention both for its visual representation and for the way Heidi struggled to walk in it.

Heidi’s look was the most memorable of the ceremony, but it wasn’t the first time she wowed in latex.

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Heidi nailed the nude dress

Heidi’s old look in latex

Back in 2009, Heidi wore a restrictive midi-length black and white PVC dress while attending the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show after-party at the M2 Ultra Lounge in New York City.

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Heidi Klum attends the 2009 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show After Party at M2 Ultra Lounge

The fitted number featured an asymmetrical hemline and high neck, and Heidi added a giant platform heel if the fabric wasn’t comfortable to walk in on its own.

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Ellis Ransoncelebrity stylist and host of the hit fashion podcast talk in wardrobethey say there’s an art to shaking this fabric. “Heidi Klum’s latex feels more like a signature than a trend, which is no surprise given her body type,” she says. “Latex only works if you own it, so even if you can’t walk, walking down the red carpet, smiling and waving can make you look great in photos and exude confidence and power.”

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Ellis Ranson says latex only works if you own it

“Thanks to its high shine, Heidi has proven that latex can feel like fashion rather than a costume. She achieves this with minimal accessories and understated glamour.”

Heidi’s latex collection

Heidi is great at rocking latex outfits. Keep scrolling to see all of our top picks for her glorious looks…

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Heidi Klum wore latex during Paris Fashion Week 2024

September 23, 2024 germany’s next top model The presenter was seen walking effortlessly in latex as she attended the catwalk for the “Le Défilé L’Oréal Paris – Walk Your Worth Women’s Wear” Spring/Summer 2025 collection, which was held as part of Paris Fashion Week. Her black latex gown featured a scoop neckline with a long train and was paired with a diamond tennis necklace.

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Twice in 2022

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Heidi opts for bold latex at ‘Moonfall’ Los Angeles premiere

On January 31, 2022, Heidi attended the premiere in Los Angeles. moonfall At the TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood. She opted for a belted top, skin-tight leggings, and pointy-toed boots made entirely of latex.

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Just a few days ago, she appeared on a TV show wearing a pink latex minidress. ellen degeneres show. Alex Perry’s number was styled with Perspex heels and straight hair.

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2019

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Heidi Klum proved latex can be styled for more casual outings

On October 15, 2019, the former america’s got talent The judge was spotted wearing PVC pants as part of an all-black look in Los Angeles. She also added peep-toe heels, a bejeweled T-shirt, and oversized shades for the most flattering off-duty effect.

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