express gazette logo
The Express Gazette
Saturday, October 3, 2026

Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz Snub Victoria Beckham's Fashion Show for Paris Outing

Body language expert analyzes the couple's public display amid absence from a key family event.

US Politics • 2 hours ago
Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz Snub Victoria Beckham's Fashion Show for Paris Outing

Brooklyn Beckham and his wife Nicola Peltz were conspicuously absent from Victoria Beckham's latest fashion show in Paris, opting instead for a public outing that body language expert Judi James suggests may mask underlying tensions. The couple attended a Balenciaga fashion show and were seen enjoying a "date night" in the city, while David Beckham and their other children, Romeo, Cruz, and Harper, attended Victoria's event at the Conciergerie.

James observed that while Brooklyn and Nicola presented a carefree image during their stroll, subtle cues suggested otherwise. Brooklyn appeared eager for public displays of affection, attempting to pull Nicola in for a kiss, while Nicola maintained a more posed demeanor. "One of the pictures shows him leading Nicola and looking back at her while she looks rather downcast," James noted.

Meanwhile, Victoria Beckham appeared to project an image of defiance and strength at her show. James described her posture and expression as confident, with her chin raised and eyes fixed on the camera. "Her masculine-style pants suit is worn with the sleeves pushed back to suggest she means business and one hand is thrown into a pocket to make her confidence appear casual," James stated. Victoria also shared a social media post expressing gratitude to her friends and family for their support.

David Beckham also posted a message praising his wife's elegance and passion, and noting the family's pride in her achievements. The family photos from the event showed Victoria with Harper and Romeo slightly behind her, and Cruz leaning in towards his parents, mirroring his father's stance.

David and Victoria Beckham were joined by Romeo and Cruz, supported by their girlfriends Jackie Apostel and Kim Turnbull, alongside their daughter Harper at the fashion show

This public display comes after a period of reported tension between Nicola Peltz and Victoria Beckham, which has led to Brooklyn's perceived distance from his mother's family events. Peltz has previously been noted for mimicking Victoria's signature poses, a behavior described by James as "mummy-mirroring."


Sources