Irina Shayk Gets Bedazzled from Head to Toe in Sparkly Skin-Baring Harness and Headpiece for Carnival Debut

Mar. 15, 2025

Irina Shayk makes Carnival debut and shares sexy behind-the-scenes snaps of her look.Photo:Lufre; Irina Shayk/Instagram

Lufre; Irina Shayk/Instagram

Irina Shaykspread her sartorial wings for the first time atCarnival!

The supermodel and mom is known for her chic fashion on and off the runway, and on March 3 she rocked an eye-catching look for the annual celebration hosted in Rio de Janeiro.

Sticking to the celebratory theme of the event’s dress code, Shayk, 39, got decked out in a bedazzled costume that was sparkly, sexy and definitely statement-making.

She bared her toned figure in a blue harness with barely-there rhinestone cups and high-rise underwear. A bejeweled fringe around her waist seamlessly matched her neckpiece, arm cuffs and the embellishments on her towering headwear.

Another showstopping layer added to the ensemble was a pair of feathery black wings with blue appliqués and glittery over-the-knee cutout heels.

Irina Shayk gos bedazzled for Carnival debut.Lufre

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OnInstagram, Shayk shared behind-the-scenes photos of her outfit coming together, some of which featured her in what appeared to be fittings and her putting on her headpiece while topless.

Shayk’s first time at the Rio de Janeiro celebration was spent on a parade float for Samba school Beija-Flor, which is headquartered in the Brazil city.

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Irina Shayk Carnival debut.Lufre

As shared in a press release, Shayk was “deeply honored to have been invited to be part of this iconic celebration,” adding that she used the opportunity to connect with Brazilian culture.

“As a Russian woman, stepping into the heart of Brazilian tradition, without even knowing how to Samba, was both a challenge and an immense privilege,” read the release, referring to the style of dance known to Carnival.

During her time in Brazil, Shayk not only dressed to impress but spent some time touring Beija-Flor’s workshop while learning about the craftsmanship behind the parade floats and costumes.

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Irina Shayk’s Carnival costume.Lufre

Carnival began on Feb. 28 and will last until March 8. The event is held during the lead-up to Lent, perBritannica. It also occurs before Mardi Gras.

Before her trip to South America, Shayk was a fixture at Milan Fashion Week, walking for labels including Dolce & Gabbana,Dsquared2and Ferrari.

source: people.com