Leni Klum Defends Lingerie Photoshoot With Mom Heidi Klum After Critics Called It ‘Weird’ & ‘Inappropriate’

Leni Klum has addressed the backlash surrounding her lingerie photoshoot with her mother,  supermodel Heidi Klum, emphasizing the importance of focusing on positive feedback rather than negative comments.

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In a recent interview with Glamour Germany, Leni reflected on the reactions to their joint campaign for the Italian lingerie brand, Intimissimi. The photos showed the mother-daughter duo in various lingerie sets, which sparked debates on social media regarding their appropriateness. Critics labeled the images as “weird” and “inappropriate,” questioning the concept of a mother and daughter posing together in intimate apparel. ​

Responding to the criticism, Leni stated, “I always try to remember that no matter what you do, there will always be someone who doesn’t like it. You simply have no control over it, and you can’t focus too much on the negative.” She further noted that while she spends considerable time on social media, she concentrates on positive reactions. Additionally, she mentioned that many of the negative comments are in German, a language she doesn’t fully understand, which lessens their impact on her.

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Despite the controversy, the Klum family continues to collaborate in the modeling industry. Notably, Heidi’s 80-year-old mother, Erna Klum, joined her daughter and granddaughter for a more conservative Intimissimi campaign, highlighting three generations of the family.

Leni’s modeling career has taken off, with runway appearances for Dolce & Gabbana and features on the cover of Vogue Germany. She maintains a close relationship with her mother and often expresses gratitude for Heidi’s guidance and support in navigating the fashion industry.​