Victoria's Secret Fashion Show: From runway falls to photoshop fails, here are the top 10 controversial moments in VS history

Being around for 23 runway shows cannot be easy — it definitely comes with its hits and misses. From nip slips and racial backlash, the brand has had quite the history of scandals

One of the most popular events in fashion, the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show has been one of the most revered runways shows in history. The first ever runway extravaganza by Victoria's Secret started all the way back in 1995 in New York City and the brand hasn't looked back since. Through the years it's been credited with turning models like Gisele Bundchen, Tyra Banks, Doutzen Kroes, Miranda Kerr, and Adriana Lima into household names. However, being around for 23 runway shows cannot be easy — it comes with its own hits and misses. From nip slips and racial backlash, the brand has had quite the history of scandals. 

With Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2018 just around the corner as part of ABC's Holiday Special this year, let's take a look at the 10 super awkward moments that the brand has been through.

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