Inside the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

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Birthday Girl - Now this is how you celebrate your 21st birthday! Model Chanel Iman steps into adulthood on Dec. 1 and the fashion doll is planning a big bash on a private island off the shore of Jamaica. We hear there’ll be plenty of rum to go around. In honor of our runway diva, we’ve gathered her best beauty tips and few special tidbits you should know about the model elite. ( Photo: Chaz Niell Elevation/Picture Group)

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Pretty Is a Process! - Chanel Iman was all smiles during the grueling hair and makeup process before the show. It took 21 VS Pro Makeup Pro artists, 19 hairstylists, 30 bottles of Angel Fragrance Lotions, 90 lipstick applications and 40 cans of So Sexy Style and Hold Hairspray to perfect the VS Angel look, plus 50 dressers backstage to help them with their outfits!(Photo: Chaz Niell Elevation/Picture Group)

Behind the Scenes - Models Lais Ribeiro (left) and Anais Mali take playful pictures during the lengthy hair and makeup prep process before the show. While getting dolled up, all the models wore satin robes with “Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show NYC 2011” written on the back.(Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Behind the Scenes - Models Lais Ribeiro (left) and Anais Mali take playful pictures during the lengthy hair and makeup prep process before the show. While getting dolled up, all the models wore satin robes with “Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show NYC 2011” written on the back.(Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

All Dolled Up - Not to be outdone by the models, La La Anthony arrived at the show in a sexy silk color-block Sass and Bide General Brilliance dress and nude pointy-toe heels. (Photo: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)

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All Dolled Up - Not to be outdone by the models, La La Anthony arrived at the show in a sexy silk color-block Sass and Bide General Brilliance dress and nude pointy-toe heels. (Photo: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)

Tyson Beckford: December 19 - The actor and model turns 40. (Photo: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)

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Tyson Beckford - Tyson Beckford hit the pink carpet before the show, gushing about his excitement to support his girlfriend, Australian model Shanina Shaik, who walked in the extravagant presentation. Though the two live together, Beckford said he didn’t want a preview of the show outfits. “I told her I want to be surprised! I can’t wait!” he said.(Photo: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)

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Russell Simmons - @UncleRUSH: Congrats to my good friends Beyonce and Jay-Z (Photo: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)

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Russell Simmons - Russell Simmons loves the ladies so it was no surprise he popped up to see the action. He snapped pictures pre-show in a casual denim outfit with a blue sweater and sports coat over a pink checkered shirt that matched the night’s color theme. (Photo: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)

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Maxwell - While the fellas got more than their share of gorgeous beauties, crooner Maxwell provided a little eye candy for the ladies, though he went incognito in a hat and shades with his wintery outfit. (Photo: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)

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Maxwell - While the fellas got more than their share of gorgeous beauties, crooner Maxwell provided a little eye candy for the ladies, though he went incognito in a hat and shades with his wintery outfit. (Photo: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)

Cuba Gooding Jr. - It’s safe to say that Cuba Gooding Jr. didn’t have to act like he was having a good time when he arrived to see the barely-there outfits parade down the catwalk! The actor comfortably readied himself for the action in a scarf, plaid shirt and khakis. (Photo: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)

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Cuba Gooding Jr. - It’s safe to say that Cuba Gooding Jr. didn’t have to act like he was having a good time when he arrived to see the barely-there outfits parade down the catwalk! The actor comfortably readied himself for the action in a scarf, plaid shirt and khakis. (Photo: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)

Thrills and Frills  - The show featured themes including Ballet, Passion, Super Angels, a New Orleans-style “I Put a Spell on You,” and the disco-driven "Club Pink" as the closer. Here Chanel Iman amped up the crowd in a pink-and-yellow costume with thigh-high knee sock and blingy accessories. (Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Thrills and Frills - The show featured themes including Ballet, Passion, Super Angels, a New Orleans-style “I Put a Spell on You,” and the disco-driven "Club Pink" as the closer. Here Chanel Iman amped up the crowd in a pink-and-yellow costume with thigh-high knee sock and blingy accessories. (Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

First Time for Everything  - Show newcomer Anais Mali showed what she was working within a crystal-detailed set as she came down the glittery runway. (Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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First Time for Everything - Show newcomer Anais Mali showed what she was working within a crystal-detailed set as she came down the glittery runway. (Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Small, Sass and Smiles  - Joan Smalls is no novice model, but it was also her first VS Fashion Show and she played up the crowd with playful poses and a bright smile. Her two looks on the runway included this Aquatic number complete with crystals and feathery details. (Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Small, Sass and Smiles - Joan Smalls is no novice model, but it was also her first VS Fashion Show and she played up the crowd with playful poses and a bright smile. Her two looks on the runway included this Aquatic number complete with crystals and feathery details. (Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Sweet Fantasy - Brazilian model Lais Ribeiro's racy red lingerie was paired with a flowing white train and lace-up pumps. (Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Sweet Fantasy - Brazilian model Lais Ribeiro's racy red lingerie was paired with a flowing white train and lace-up pumps. (Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Rainbow Bright - Chanel Iman added a flirty glance to her bright and playful tutu outfit accessorized with rainbow socks, neon yellow wedge booties, polka dot gloves and glowing wings.(Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Rainbow Bright - Chanel Iman added a flirty glance to her bright and playful tutu outfit accessorized with rainbow socks, neon yellow wedge booties, polka dot gloves and glowing wings.(Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

Busy Body - Lais Ribeiro modeled another frilly look when she hit the runway in a lacy bra and underwear set with a dramatic collar and sleeves.

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Busy Body - Lais Ribeiro modeled another frilly look when she hit the runway in a lacy bra and underwear set with a dramatic collar and sleeves.

Love and Lace - Model Emanuela De Paula works the runway in a lovely lace look with dramatic fringed wings to match. (Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Love and Lace - Model Emanuela De Paula works the runway in a lovely lace look with dramatic fringed wings to match. (Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Touched by an Angel  - Kanye West rocked the crowd with his hit “Stronger,” which he said he was supposed to perform back in 2007, but couldn’t because his mom passed away. “She was my superhero. Now she’s my super-angel,” he said.(Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Touched by an Angel - Kanye West rocked the crowd with his hit “Stronger,” which he said he was supposed to perform back in 2007, but couldn’t because his mom passed away. “She was my superhero. Now she’s my super-angel,” he said.(Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Hey, Jay! - The crowd exploded and stood to their feet when Jay-Z made a surprise appearance along with Kanye. Jay wore all-black everything while his wife, Beyoncé, cheered on from the front row. (Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Watch the Throne - Kanye and Jay-Z moved the crowd to their feet with an explosive performance of “N---s in Paris” giving a small taste of the magic they’re making on stage during their current “Watch the Throne” tour.(Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Watch the Throne - Kanye and Jay-Z moved the crowd to their feet with an explosive performance of “N---s in Paris” giving a small taste of the magic they’re making on stage during their current “Watch the Throne” tour.(Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Cheese! - The rapper may have once said he likes “the girls who ain’t on TV ‘cause they got more a** than the models” but he sure was cheesing on stage in the presence of the VS Angels! Kanye West's style was fit for a runway himself, wearing a Versace for H&M jacket, leather pants and Air Yeezy 2 sneakers. (Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

It’s Pink Friday…on the Runway  - Although Cee-Lo was originally on the bill to perform with Kanye and band Maroon 5, Nicki Minaj stepped in his place and fit right in during the parade of head-turning costumes and the show’s overall pink theme.(Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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It’s Pink Friday…on the Runway - Although Cee-Lo was originally on the bill to perform with Kanye and band Maroon 5, Nicki Minaj stepped in his place and fit right in during the parade of head-turning costumes and the show’s overall pink theme.(Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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She Gets Crazy - Nicki performed “Super Bass” wearing a yellow belted corset with heart and space print tights and matching train. Would you expect anything less?(Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Style Stalker - Model Erin Heatherton steals Nicki Minaj's style as she walks the runway at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show at the Lexington Avenue Armory. Nicki eyes Heatherton's stuffed animal. She was just one of many to perform at the star studded show. (Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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The Monster Shoe - During the show the models walked in staggering six-inch heels from Giuseppe Zanotti, backing up what Nicki once declared on a Kanye track: “Monster Giuseppe heel that’s the monster shoe!”(Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

Going for the Gold - After strutting on the Victoria’s Secret runway, Joan Smalls showed off more skin at the Dream Downtown after party in an eye-popping gold dress with metallic clutch and heels.(Photo: Andy Kropa/Getty Images)

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Going for the Gold - After strutting on the Victoria’s Secret runway, Joan Smalls showed off more skin at the Dream Downtown after party in an eye-popping gold dress with metallic clutch and heels.(Photo: Andy Kropa/Getty Images)

Party Time! - After the show, Shanina Shaik slipped on a black-and-blue belted dress over her unmentionables and added strappy black sandals. She celebrated at the after party with her man, Tyson Beckford.The show airs on CBS Tuesday, November 29 at 10 PM ET.(Photo: D Dipasupil/FilmMagic)

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Party Time! - After the show, Shanina Shaik slipped on a black-and-blue belted dress over her unmentionables and added strappy black sandals. She celebrated at the after party with her man, Tyson Beckford.The show airs on CBS Tuesday, November 29 at 10 PM ET.(Photo: D Dipasupil/FilmMagic)