David and Victoria Beckham | Source: Getty Images
Victoria Beckham’s bold style lit up the streets of New York City, but her behavior sparked mixed reactions among netizens who expected more from the fashion icon.
On October 16, David Beckham’s wife, Victoria Beckham, attended Vogue’s Forces of Fashion event at One World Trade Center. Despite her chic appearance captured in photos and videos, her actions drew criticism online.
A netizen’s comment on Victoria Beckham’s appearance in New York City, posted on October 16, 2024 | Source: Facebook.com/mickmicknyc
Wearing a $1,035 (£850) vibrant green dress from her own collection, the former Spice Girl made a striking entrance. The chic midi-length dress featured a deep V-neckline and short sleeves, showcasing her sophisticated style. She paired it with bold orange heels, adding a contrasting pop of color.
Victoria Beckham arrives at Vogue’s Forces of Fashion in New York City on October 16, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
To complete the look, the 50-year-old fashion designer opted for oversized dark sunglasses and loose, soft waves, embodying her signature polished and minimalist aesthetic.
Victoria Beckham walks toward the World Trade Center in New York City on October 16, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Victoria made a stylish entrance, but netizens who viewed her photos and videos online noticed her behavior towards the photographers. “So full of herself,,,, why? [sic]” one commenter bluntly stated . “She seems so snobbish and entitled!. Loosen up madam, it’s only life and No one is beneath you! [sic]” another exclaimed .
Photographers crowd as Victoria Beckham arrives at Vogue’s Forces of Fashion in New York City on October 16, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Echoing this sentiment, a disappointed netizen quipped , “She really thinks she’s something 🤣 how rude..[sic],” while another simply labeled her a “Snob.” Someone else speculated , “She is definitely having a bad day..,” while a frustrated commenter even questioned , “Didn’t her parents show her how to show respect?”
Victoria Beckham at the World Trade Center, New York City, on October 16, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Conversely, Victoria’s fashion choices garnered admiration from others. A fan praised her style, “She looks amazing!” while another highlighted the vibrancy of her wardrobe, “I love how the green looks in [sic] her!”
More enthusiastic supporters applauded her fashion sense. One user gushed , “Love your dress and heel color combo. Gorgeous,” and another declared , “I love VBeck! She’s a class act.”
Victoria’s presence in New York continued to make headlines when she graced the 2024 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards dinner alongside Anna Wintour and her husband, David.
For this occasion, she wore an elegant white dress with a cowl-neck design, featuring a shoulder-baring style and a cinched waist. She completed the outfit with classic heels, enhancing her sophisticated appearance.
In an Instagram post following the event, she reflected on her connection to the city, “New York played such a big role in my own journey, so it’s always a pleasure to support the CFDA and American designers.”
As she continues to grow her influence in the fashion world, Victoria shared how her alter ego, “Posh Spice,” shaped her identity. She offered this insight during the launch of her lipstick line in 2020.
Victoria Beckham at Hyde Park in London, on July 9, 2000 | Source: Getty Images
She recalled receiving the nickname during a 1996 meeting with Peter Loraine of Top of the Pops magazine and her fellow band members. Although it was not her first choice, she embraced it on her own terms. “I was young and shy, and being Posh helped me find my style and confidence, and my voice,” Victoria explained .
Victoria Beckham performs at a live Radio 1 show in Middlesbrough’s Stewart Park on August 6, 2000 | Source: Getty Images
Reflecting on the persona she still identifies with, she added , “Now, years later, I look back at that formative time with appreciation. Posh forever changed the course of my life, opening the door for me to go after my dreams.”
Victoria Beckham walks the runway at her fashion show during New York Fashion Week on February 11, 2018 | Source: Getty Images
Victoria’s past as Posh Spice played a role in her public image, but her recent appearance in New York City indicates how she continues to navigate life in the spotlight. Amid the backlash over her behavior toward photographers, she remains focused on maintaining a positive outlook and a strong connection with her husband, David.
In a 2017 Vogue interview, Victoria credited their long-lasting relationship to their ability to enjoy each other’s company, even amid public scrutiny. “If I really was as miserable as I look in some of those paparazzi pictures, my children wouldn’t be as happy as they are. And I certainly wouldn’t be married anymore,” she said .
Despite her efforts to stay positive, public criticism continues. Victoria received mixed reactions from netizens after wearing a black bodysuit to promote her latest fragrance, posing for photographer Steven Klein against a stormy beach backdrop.
A fan comments on Victoria Beckham’s promotional shoot for her latest fragrance, 21:50 Rêverie, on an Instagram post dated October 5, 2024 | Source: Instagram/victoriabeckham/
Victoria’s ensemble showed long sleeves and button-down detailing that created a plunging neckline and accentuated a sculpted silhouette. She paired the one-piece with strappy heels, completing the striking look.
Victoria Beckham poses for her promotional shoot for her latest fragrance, 21:50 Rêverie, from an Instagram post dated October 5, 2024 | Source: Instagram/victoriabeckham/
Victoria shared her thoughts on her latest fragrance, “My newest fragrance, 21:50 Rêverie, is deep, seductive and incredibly personal. Dark, raw vanilla and tonka beans with tobacco leaves and cedarwood.”
Victoria explained that the fragrance was crafted in partnership with master perfumer Jérôme Epinette to rekindle memories of a personal renaissance and to reflect her dreamlike state.
Victoria Beckham in the behind-the-scenes clip from her promotional shoot for her latest fragrance, 21:50 Rêverie, from an Instagram post dated October 5, 2024 | Source: Instagram/victoriabeckham/
She also praised her photographer, “I love working with Steven Klein, I love how he photographs women — To me, he makes women look like superheroes.”
Victoria Beckham in the behind-the-scenes clip from her promotional shoot for her latest fragrance, 21:50 Rêverie, from an Instagram post dated October 5, 2024 | Source: Instagram/victoriabeckham/
She mentioned that 21:50 Rêverie symbolized a significant turning point in her life back in 2001, and Steven expertly captured that emotion in the campaign.
While Victoria Beckham believed the campaign effectively captured the essence of her fragrance and her personal journey, some fans felt that her outfit and portrayal were inappropriate. One critic bluntly remarked that her project was “weird” for a middle-aged woman.
Some netizens expressed similar sentiments, criticizing the campaign as overly forced, with a few describing it as “desperate,” while others called it “unnecessary.”
Others focused on Victoria’s appearance, speculating that the visible marks on her knees were from knee replacements and questioning why they weren’t edited out. Another curious fan asked , “What’s them scares [sic] on her knees going down her legs?!”
However, Victoria also had strong supporters. One fan defended her, saying that those who criticize her should leave her alone, as her modeling was art and she looked amazing.
More fans praised Victoria’s beauty. One admirer called her “mind-blowing” and another said she had “all the credentials of the top models” and was “just gorgeous.”
Despite mixed reactions from netizens—whether about her green dress or black bodysuit— Victoria Beckham ‘s fashion choices continue to draw attention. Nevertheless, she has her husband’s support throughout her journey.
