
Tyra Banks Is Still That Girl: A Fiery Return to the Cover Scene
- Mercy Edmund Harold
- Jul 31
- 2 min read
Tyra Banks isn’t making a comeback. She’s reminding us she never left.
In a breathtaking new editorial for Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam, the supermodel, entrepreneur, and cultural force reclaims her crown in a bold red gown by Michael Costello, dripping in power, elegance, and everything we've come to associate with the Banks name.

This isn’t nostalgia—it’s proof that timeless style doesn’t age; it evolves.
Shot by D. Adams, styled by Wilford Lenov, and brought to life with a glam team that clearly understood the assignment, the shoot is a masterclass in bold femininity.

The gown hugs her form with just enough drama, the makeup is soft but intentional, and the hair—perfectly sculpted—frames a woman who knows exactly who she is.
The Message is Loud: Power Looks Good at Every Age
There’s something poetic about Tyra’s choice of red. It’s not just a color—it’s a statement. A reclamation. A refusal to fade into the background. In a world that often sidelines women beyond a certain age, Tyra stands center stage, unbothered and untouchable. At 50, she isn’t just “still got it”—she’s setting the standard.
This cover doesn’t whisper elegance. It roars. And in true Tyra fashion, it speaks to every woman who’s ever been told her prime has passed.
From Runway to Real Talk

Beyond the gloss of editorial glam, Tyra’s career has always been about breaking boundaries—whether it was as the first Black woman on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, her trailblazing years with America’s Next Top Model, or her candid conversations about beauty, body image, and business.
This cover adds to that legacy. It’s not just a fashion moment—it’s a cultural bookmark. It tells us that reinvention isn’t a trend—it’s a right.
In an industry where attention is fleeting and youth is currency, Tyra Banks proves—once again—that presence, power, and purpose never go out of style. This Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam cover is more than a photoshoot. It’s a declaration.
Tyra is still that girl. And she’s not done talking.
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