Our prayers are answered! Victoria's Secret Angels descend on London store as they attend early morning photocall ahead of catwalk show
Their arrival on Sunday evening was low-key following a lengthy flight from New York City, but the Victoria’s Secret Angels were on form and out in force for a photo-call on Monday morning.
The modelling troupe was paying a visit to the lingerie brand's Mayfair branch on New Bond Street, and they caught the eye as they converged outside the store entrance for a series of shots.
Sporting low-sling skinny jeans and promotional T-shirts advertising their forthcoming London catwalk show, the girls were in high spirits as they blew air kisses, despite the early hour.
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Quite a gathering: The Victoria's Secret Angel troupe converged on London's New Bond Street for a photocall early on Monday morning
Taking a prominent position in the front row, Brazilian model Alessandra Ambrosio served as focal point as she posed alongside fellow Angels Elsa Hosk, Karlie Kloss, Jourdan Dunn, Behati Prinsloo, Candice Swanepoel, Adriana Lima and Lily Donaldson.
Following the shoot, which saw hundreds of fans converge on the central London venue, models Behati, Karlie and Lily Aldridge payed a visit to the local London EDITION hotel for a further shoot, interviews and a much needed tea-break.
The Angels' appearance in London comes after it was confirmed that Kendall Jenner and Cara Delevingne will not be walking in the fashion show at Earls Court on Tuesday evening.
Model behaviour: (Tier One) Irina Sharipova, Eniko Mihalik, Bregje Heinen, Grace Mahary, Ieva Laguna, Sigrid Agren, Imaan Hamman, Kasia Struss, Maud Weizen, Magalena Frackowiak and Kate Grigorieva.(Tier Two) Daniela Braga, Yumi Lambert, Izabel Goulart, Barbara Fialho, Taylor Hill, Cindy Bruna, Maria Borges, unknown, Blanca Pailla, Devon Windsor, Sui He and Romee Strjid. (Tier Three) Isabeli Fontanta, Josephine Skriver, Jasmine Tookes, Jac Jagaciak, Stella Maxwell, Lais Ribeiro, Sara Sampaio, Kelly Gale, Jacquelyn Jabionski, Martha Hunt, Ming Xi, Shania Shaik (Pavement Level) Constance Jablonski, Joan Smalls, Doutzen Kroes, Lily Adridge, Behati Prinsloo, Alessandra Ambrosio, Candice Swanepoel, Elsa Hosk, Adriana Lima, Karlie Kloss, Lily Donaldson, Jourdan Dunn, Devon Windsor.
Make mine a triple: (L-R) Elsa Hosk, Adriana Lima and Karlie Kloss
Fun: Upbeat throughout, the girls blew air kisses and flashed peace signs for the gathered photographers
Leading the way: Behati Prinsloo, Alessandra Ambrosio, Candice Swanepoel and Elsa Hosk took centre stage
Say cheese: The gang stuck a number of fun poses
Heavenly: (L-) Behati Prinsloo, Alessandra Ambrosio, Candice Swanepoel, Elsa Hosk and Adriana Lima
Leggy: The group were in the mood for fun on Monday morning
Let's get leathered: (L-R) Jourdan Dunn, Karlie Kloss, Candice Swanepoel, Doutzen Kroes, Lily Aldridge, Adriana Lima, Behati Prinsloo, Alessandra Ambrosio and Joan Smalls
The annual lingerie show have released the full list of models who will walking in Earls Court, London tomorrow night and it does not include Cara or Kendall.
Cara, 22, has previously walked for the show in 2012 and 2013, while the 19-year-old reality star - who has yet to make her Victoria's Secret debut - has made no secret of the fact that she would love to strut the runway for the lingerie company, even calling it her "dream".
It's thought the pair are busy working on a fashion project together, after they shared numerous photographs of themselves on Instagram in Austria on Sunday.
Catch: The denim clad troupe of models fulfilled their Victoria's Secret promotional commitments on Monday morning
Lovely: Secret Angel Doutzen Kroes is among the array of lingerie models to descend on London ahead of Tuesday's catwalk show
Nothing secretive about that: (L-R) Elsa Hosk, Jourdan Dunn, Karlie Kloss, Candice Swanepoel, Doutzen Kroes and Lily Aldridge
The duo are also expected to walk in Chanel's Métiers d'Art fashion show in Salzburg, on the same date as the VS fashion show, although Chanel's creative director Karl Lagerfeld has yet to confirm their involvement.
While newcomers Taylor Hill, Daniela Braga and Imaan Hammam are set to make their debut, VOGUE.co.uk reports.
Stories of strict curfews and tight schedules have preceded their trip to London, but the Victoria’s Secret Angels were in high spirits as they entered their hotel after a lengthy flight from the United States on Sunday evening.
Lining up: The models take over New Bond Street's Victoria's Secret store
Eye-catching: The modelling troupe were gathered outside the London branch of Victoria's Secret on New Bond Street in Marylebone
High spirits: Candice and Elsa took front row positions for the fun shoot during their brief stay in capital
It's a Dunn deal: British model Jordan raised a smile on Monday morning
Centre of attention: The Brazilian model and her fellow Angels sported T-shirts promoting their imminent fashion show
Incoming: The group's stay in the capital will culminate with a fashion show on Tuesday
Three' company: (L-R) Victoria's Secret Angels Elsa Hosk, Adriama LIma and Karlie Kloss
It's all for you: Models including Candice Swanepoel, Elsa Hosk, Adriana Lima and Karlie Kloss let their hair down at the short photocall
In good company: Lily Donaldson (L) chatted to modelling pal Jourdan Dunn
Kiss off: The irresistible troupe kept photographers entertained outside the New Bond Street store
The modelling troupe filed from the bus employed to drive th.em from the airport to their temporary home ahead of their imminent show on behalf of the hugely popular lingerie brand.
Leading the way was Alessandra, who wisely opted to wear a beanie hat as temperatures continued to drop in the capital.
The 33-year-old Brazilian added to a very seasonal look with a thick pea coat, while skinny black jeans and matching ankle boots rounded things off.
Catch this: There were plenty of air kisses blown during the first of their promotional commitments in the capital
Hello there: The gang raise their hands for another fun shot on Monday morning
Wow thing: Jourdan Dunn cut a casual but chic figure as she strolled around the capital
At large: The Victoria's Secret girls touched down in London on Sunday evening after catching a flight from New York City
There you go: The gang were in high spirits, despite the early hour
Don't mind us: (Front Row, 6th L-R) Victoria's Secret models Elsa Hosk, Jourdan Dunn, Karlie Kloss, Candice Swanepoel, Doutzen Kroes, Lily Aldridge, Adriana Lima, Behati Prinsloo, Alessandra Ambrosio, Joan Smalls and Lily Donaldson
Clutching a Louis Vuitton make-up bag, the brunette beauty marched inside, closely followed by pal Behati Prinsloo, 25, who kept herself warm in a warm in a fur-lined hooded jacket.
The Namibian wife of Maroon 5 star Adam Levine teamed the seasonal garment with a distinctly unseasonal crop top, while baggy Adidas tracksuit bottoms completed the look.
Lily Aldridge continued the low-key theme by exiting their bus in a black beanie and leather jacket with collar.
Good times: Spirits were high at the New Bond Street media event
Angelic: (L-R) Lily Aldridge, Behati Prinsloo and Karlie Kloss let their hair down outside London's Edition Hotel
Hello boys: The three girls caught the eye during a brief shoot outside the West London hotel on a busy day of promotional activity
The 29-year-old American was closely followed by Karlie Kloss, who dismissed the jacket but opted for a tightly wound beige scarf.
Karlie completed the look with a grey and black hooded top and matching skinny jeans with sensible black ankle boots.
With the 2014 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show taking place in London on Tuesday, the models - all 40 of them - had arrived at JFK airport in New York on Sunday to catch their transatlantic flight
Plenty to talk about: Karlie, a former girlfriend of Leonardo DiCaprio , and Lily modelled 'Angels Have Landed' T-shirts as they called into the Edition for afternoon tea
There you go: A waitress serves the two models a much needed brew
Snooker loopy: Behati practiced her game in the lobby of London's Edition hotel
A true pro: The Namibian model prepared to take a shot during a quick game of pool
The ladies looked very much ready to grace the catwalk in London, with glossy locks, flawless complexions and looking as svelte as ever.
Each modelsported a branded hooded sweatshirt in either white or charcoal grey and a pair of skintight black jeans or leather-look trousers.
Completing their ensembles for the journey en masse were towering black ankle boots adding inches to their already statuesque frames.
Talking Dutch: Doutzen Kroes, who hails from the Netherlands, prepared for an interview in the New Bond Street store
Striking: Alessandra Ambrosio looked stunning as always during her appearance in central London on Monday morning
Sultry: Brazilian star Adriana Lima is one of the more prominent Angels to feature in their current London visit
Here's looking at you: Alessandra caught the eye as she ventured inside the New Bond Street store
Off to work: Joan Smalls (L) and Adriana Lima (R) were seen leaving their London hotel early on Monday morning
Coming soon: The Victoria's Secret troupe have been ensuring their presence is felt in the capital ahead of Tuesday's show
Busy girls: Promotional commitments throughout Monday will precede the latest Victoria's Secret runway show
African queen: Candice Swanepoel was an arresting sight as she made her way to New Bond Street for the photoshoot
Eye-catching: Another beauty and Lily Aldridge (R) were next to leave the hotel ahead of their first promotional commitment since touching down in the United Kingdom on Sunday
Peace: Brazilian star Adriana has a gesture for onlookers on Monday morning
Karlie, who stands at a lofty 6ft 1in however, opted for flat black boots.
The catwalk show is being hosted by the UK capital for the first time and will take place at Earl's Court Arena, airing in the US on December 9.
According to The Sun newspaper, the models have been placed on strict calorie controlled diets to ensure they look their very best.
Lovin' it: Australian model Shanina Shaik strikes a pose in the Mayfair store
They are being provided with special menus at the London Edition hotel where they are staying with no dishes over 500 calories.
And there'll be no late night partying with the catwalk stars placed under 2am curfews. Anyone found in breach of the tough rules will be fined, a source told the publication.
And, to ensure they keep their curves in tip-top shape ahead of strutting the runway in skimpy lingerie - the hotel gym's hours have reportedly been extended.
'Boss Ed Razek sets the very strict rules for the girls. He sees the Angels as athletes,' the source added.
Chilly out: Alessandra Ambrosio led the way on a a freezing night in London on Sunday evening as the Victoria's Secret Angel models made their way into their hotel
Striking: The model carried a large Louis Vuitton carry bag as she made her way inside
Here they come: Behati Prinsloo (L) and Karlie Kloss (R) were also seen climbing from the coach that had been used to ferry them from airport to hotel on Sunday evening
Under wraps: South African model Candice Swanepoel sported a thick fur lined coat over a very casual ensemble
Gorgeous: Chiara Ferragni opted for chunky flats as she pounded the streets in ripped jeans and a red checked coat
Looking good: Models Sara Sampaio (L) and Josephine Skriver (R) were also amongst the arrivals on Sunday night
Take my hand: Hungarian model Eniko Mihalik is guided from the coach
Shaik rattle and roll: Brazilian model Daniela Braga was in high spirits as she made her way inside
Eye catching: Jourdan Dunn (L) and Devon Windsor (R) were hard to miss during their latest outing in London
MiInd out: Sara Sampaio was given a helping hand as she alighted the bus on Sunday night
In you go: Stella Maxwell (L) and Constance Jablonski (R) were also seen making an entrance at the London hotel
In the hood: American model Martha Hunt kept herself under wraps
Step by step: Lily Aldridge wore a black beanie hat and leather jacket with fur collar for her journey to the hotel
Stunning: Adriana Lima climbed from the bus with her Victoria's Secret Angel colleagues on Sunday evening
Blonde ambition: Lindsay Ellingson rocked a maroon Celine bag and suede platform boots as she left the building
She's got the idea: Hoods were the order of the day for this beauty who made sure she was well wrapped up
Boot-iful! Lily Donaldson strode out wearing over-the-knee boots which lengthened her lovely legs (left) while Jourdan Dunn wore tight black jeans (right)
They've done this before: The girls walked out in an orderly line and looked sensational as they did so
Taking their seats: Adriana shared a snap from inside the cabin before the girls got comfortable
VS uniform: The ladies all wore their Angel hooded sweatshirts and black jeans
Flawless: After weeks of preparation the models looked more than ready to grace the catwalk in London
Jumping for joy: Before they could start their journey the supermodels posed for numerous photos
Got it down: Adriana, 33, practiced her smouldering for the cameras
Hugs: Adriana and Behati, 25, displayed their perfect smiles and glossy hair
In the pink: The lucky ladies got to use specially decorated stairs for their departure
European jaunt: Adriana posed on the steps for an Instagram photo before she boarded the plane
Pals: Karlie, 22, gave Lily, 29, a squeeze for this photo she shared on her Instagram account
Peace: Brazilian beauty Alessandra, 33, posed for an early morning snap at JFK
Fly like an angel: The beauty flashed some peace signs before embarking
'I love yoga and Pilates, which are great for long, lean muscles, plus a little running and light weights.'
Victoria’s Secret began holding their annual catwalk extravaganza in 1995 with a budget of just $120,000, but it wasn’t until 1997 when the first Angels appeared.
CBS will air the show in the US on December 9 at 10pm.
Meanwhile, 4Music are airing the show in the UK on Wednesday 10th December 2014 at 9pm. (4Music: Freeview 18, Sky 360 and Virgin 330).
Prepared: The ladies touched down wearing warm clothes and fur-lined hoods
Shuttled: The girls were then taken to their terminal in a bus
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