Alessandra Ambrosio stuns in plunging black gown with thigh-high split while Adriana Lima is radiant in white as Victoria's Secret models celebrate in style after show

They were two of the most eagerly awaited models on the catwalk at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show on Wednesday.

And Alessandra Ambrosio and Adriana Lima turned heads when they arrived in the press room at the Grand Palais in Paris after the main catwalk extravaganza, showcasing their incredible figures in dazzling evening wear.

Veteran Angel Alessandra was hard to miss in a striking sheer number, with a deep V neckline drawing attention to her cleavage.

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Stunning: Alessandra Ambrosio turned heads backstage at the Grand Palais after the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show at the Grand Palais in Paris on Wednesday night 

Radiant in white: Adriana looked equally stunning in a white tuxedo style dress, a plunging neckline adding some glamour to the masculine tailoring

The statement dress boasted a glittering leaf pattern running along its length and was nipped in at the waist with a belt.

The thigh-split number offered a glimpse of her long legs, a pair of simple black stilettos adding extra height to her already statuesque frame.

The brunette beauty pulled her locks up in a top knot and tied a coordinating choker around her neck.

Show-stopping gown: Veteran Angel Alessandra was hard to miss in a striking sheer number, with a deep V neckline drawing attention to her cleavage

All white on the night: The striking ensemble was completed with a gold belt running around her waist and matching button detailing

Golden delight: Adriana's tan completed her gold embellished ensemble

Yummy mummy: The mother-of-two, 35, looked incredible as she showed off her flawless complexion

Inked up: She flaunted a delicate ankle tattoo and strappy heels

Cheese: With a successful show behind her Adriana could finally relax

Ooh! Alessandra pulled a very cheeky expression as she looked back at the crowd 

How does she do it? She blew kisses to the crowd as she showed off her naturally flawless features 

All together now: The group were all musically minded as they swapped their strut for a dance

Party time: The ladies were all seriously letting their hair down as the show was a huge success 

Adriana looked equally stunning in a white tuxedo style dress, a plunging neckline adding some glamour to the masculine tailoring.

The striking ensemble was completed with a gold belt running around her waist and matching button detailing.

She styled her dark locks pushed back from her face and highlighted her pout with red lipstick.

Gorgeous gown: Isabel Goulart was beautiful as ever in a grey lace number, featuring a striking fishtail skirt

Sheer delight: The floor-sweeping dress had sheer sections at the bust and down the legs, giving the ensemble a glamorous feel

Sensational in stripes: Irina donned a simple shift dress amid rumours she's expecting her first child with Bradley Cooper

Keeping coy: The Russian beauty, 30, is yet to address the claims 

Isabel Goulart was beautiful as ever in a grey lace number, featuring a striking fishtail skirt.

The floor-sweeping dress had sheer sections at the bust and down the legs, giving the ensemble a glamorous feel. 

Irina Shyak also put in an appearance behind-the-scenes, keeping covered up in a stripy dress as she fuelled pregnancy rumours.

Coming up roses: Tanzanian model Herieth Paul was elegant in a glittering gown 

Sizzling! Romee coordinated her dress with a pair of sequin-encrusted sandals

Red hot: Dutch model Romee Strijd opted for a rather revealing little number 

All that glitters! Romee wore an array of diamond bracelets, earrings and and a necklace

Gorgeous: Kendall Jenner made an appearance after the show in a striking cream slip, looking every inch a natural beauty

The Russian beauty, 30, is alleged to be expecting her first child with boyfriend Bradley Cooper. 

Kendall Jenner made an appearance after the show in a striking cream slip, looking every inch a natural beauty.  

Following her runway debut, Bella Hadid dared to bare in a sheer silver dress, flashing her nude underwear in the see-through look.

Sheer style: It seems ruling the catwalk wasn't enough for Bella and Gigi Hadid, as the sisters continued to turn heads off the runway

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Flashing the flesh: Bella, 20 -who made a triumphant debut as an Angel for the famed show -went for an extremely plunging see-through number

Shimmer: Gigi, 21, opted for a metallic gown which was slashed up the thigh and across the chest; showing plenty of leg as well as an ample amount of cleavage

Her sister Gigi, who was back for a second year, looked incredible in a two-tone metallic dress. 

The red carpet showdown came before the official afterparty, where the official toast of the evening was Ciroc Vodka.

Proud parents Yolanda and Mohammed Hadid were naturally front row to support the girls, beaming with pride as they walked the pink carpet before the main event at the Grand Palais.

Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Yolanda was dressed to impress in a shimmery black dress with a tiered skirt. 

Proud moment: Yolanda Hadid was supporting her daughters Gigi and Bella, beaming as she walked the pink carpet before the main event 

Devoted dad: Mohamed, 68, stood proudly alongside his striking fiancee Shiva Safai, 30, as they eagerly awaited the kick off at the Grand Palais 

The 52-year-old star showed where her children get their good genes from, looking impossibly youthful with her hair swept back from her face.

Yolanda kept her look sophisticated thanks to a pair of opaque tights and patent leather ankle boots.

Mohamed, 68, stood proudly alongside his striking fiancee Shiva Safai, 30, as they eagerly awaited the kick off.

Glittering: Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Yolanda was dressed to impress in a shimmery black dress with a tiered skirt

No awkwardness here! Mohamed, who has been engaged to Shiva since 2004, got divorced from Yolanda in 2000

Striking: Real estate developer Mohamed's gorgeous partner stole the show in an elegant black dress

Catwalk beauties: Novice Bella (R) is all set to make her debut at the show, while Gigi (L) will be strutting her stuff for the second year 

The real estate developer's gorgeous partner stole the show in a sheer dress with mesh panels highlighting her slim figure.

The pair - who divorced in 2000 - are on good terms and share children Gigi, 21; Bella, 20; and Anwar, 17.

Earlier in the day, Yolanda had teased her excitement at watching her striking daughters strut down the runway with a flashback Instagram picture.

All that glitters! Lais Ribeiro turned heads in a glitzy gold thigh-skimming mini dress

Racy! The piece hugged her every curve showcasing her cleavage

Legs for days! Lais flaunted her model pins

Accessorising: She went for gold sandals and a matching gold clutch

A-list attendees: Lady Gaga was putting in a stylish appearance ahead of her performance

Sealed with a kiss: The singer and actress posed with fashion designer Nicola Formichetti

Cosying up: The Diesel designer wrapped his arms around Gaga's waist on the pink carpet 

Sensational in silk: Rising star Lottie Moss, 18, looked elegant in an asymmetrical silk number 

It's all in the details: Kate Moss' half sister accessorised with a silver clutch and diamond earrings 

More than al-white! Joan Smalls rocked a floor-length white gown

Natural beauty: Showing off her stunning bone structure she went for minimal make-up

Earning her stripes! The frock featured an array of sheer stripe cute out panels

She captioned the image: '❤17 years after I photographed my "ANGELS" Today is the day that they will be walking in the fashion show together......... #Excited #Grateful #Paris #VS #Sisters #ProudMommy'.

Also in attendance to watch the show were a host of stars from the world of showbiz, from presenter Nick Cannon to model Lottie Moss and superstar Lady Gaga, who will be performing at the show.

Putting in a surprise appearance was fashionsita Millie Mackintosh and her boyfriend Hugo Taylor.

Raven haired beauty: Lily Aldridge glowed as she showed off her flawless complexion

Covered up: She opted for a diagonal neck dress with leggings

Standing out: Jourdana Phillips opted for a blue halter neck dress with waist cut out panels

Best of British: Putting in a surprise appearance was fashionsita Millie Mackintosh and her boyfriend Hugo Taylor

Fashionista: Quality Street heiress Millie rocked a tuxedo jacket with a statement necklace 

Stunning: Millie showed off her long legs in her floor-skimming trousers 

French beauties: Axelle Laffont (L) and Marie-Ange Casta (R) stuck to a sombre palette

Military chic:Balmain designer Olivier Rousteingwas sporting one of his trademark creations

The pair, who rekindled their relationship this Spring following Millie's split from husband Professor Green, looked thrilled to be in attendance.

The Parisian show marks the Victoria's Secret catwalk's 21st year, having first launched in New York in 1995, with the show growing in size every year and scoring higher profile names with it.

Novice Angel Bella is all set to make her debut at the show, in which she will strut the catwalk to the tune of her on-off boyfriend The Weeknd's music.

Stunner: Mother-of-two Doutzen flaunted her model bone structure

Sheer delight: Supermodel Doutzen Kroes was putting in an appearance as a guest this year instead of storming the runway 

Cute couple: Doutzen Kroes and her husband Sunnery James cosied up on the pink carpet 

Sealed with a kiss: The pair locked lips as they made a joint arrival at the runway show 

Daring to bare: Russian-born model Svetlana Pavlova sported a rather racy look

Stylish star: Gabriel-Kane, Daniel Day-Lewis' son, was clad in a tweed coat and neon scarf 

The siblings' turn at the show comes after Bella revealed their mum Yolanda taught her how to pose for the show - as she dubbed her mum an 'emotional angel'.

Speaking to People magazine, the model said: 'My mum is my emotional angel. She always makes me feel so much better. 

'Just like any mother would. She’s just like: "Shoulders back, be confident and walk strong."'

Quirky ensemble: Nick Cannon sported sparkling brogues and a pink turban 

Striking stripes: Keltie Knight (L) teamed a quirky striped dress with studded ankle boots, while Doina Ciobanu (R) sported an orange silk ensemble 

Happy chap: Dominic West looked thrilled to be in attendance at the event 

Date night: Stromae and wife Coralie Barbier attended the event together 

Dapper chap: Toby Huntington-Whiteley showcased his best model poses 

Still sending kisses! Adriana wrapped up as she arrived at the party in a black faux fur coat

Glam squad: Adriana (left) was still in good spirits following the show as Cindy Bruna stunned in a thigh skimming dress with faux fur trimming

Statuesque: Adriana towered above the rest of the glamorous crowd

101 Dalmations? Grace Elizabeth channelled a unique look in a black and white floor-length coat

Angelic behaviour: Barbara Fialho rocked a flared champagne-coloured blazer

Legs for days! Cindy Bruna (left) showed off her very slender legs in thigh high boots

Accessorising: Barbara dressed up her simple outfit with a multi-chain necklace

Wrapped up: Megan Williams layered up against the wintry chill in a taupe coat

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