Victoria Beckham made a striking appearance in London this week, stepping out in a dramatic thigh-split dress just as fresh attention turns to daughter Harper Beckham’s fast-growing beauty ambitions.
The former Spice Girl, 51, was seen leaving her Soho office looking as polished as ever in a sleek black dress featuring a daring split that highlighted her toned legs. She paired the outfit with towering grey heels, delivering the kind of effortlessly chic look that has long defined her fashion image.
But Victoria’s stylish outing came at a moment when the spotlight is increasingly shifting towards Harper, with growing buzz around the teenager’s reported plans to launch her own make-up and skincare brand.
At just 14, Harper is already being tipped by insiders as a potential British answer to Kylie Jenner. The Beckham daughter is said to be preparing for the launch of her HIKU by Harper line, a brand that reportedly reflects her own strong interest in beauty, skincare and fashion.
According to reports, Harper recently took part in a photoshoot to promote the upcoming venture, with both David and Victoria closely supporting her behind the scenes. The line is said to be geared towards Gen Z and Gen Alpha consumers, with inspiration drawn from the hugely influential South Korean beauty market.
A source said: “This has long been a dream of Harper’s — it has all been driven and led by her. She’s an incredibly impressive young lady.”
The insider added: “She has seen first-hand how her mum has successfully cracked the world of beauty and, like so many girls her age, is obsessed with all things fashion and beauty.”
Even so, those close to the family insist this is not simply an extension of the Beckham empire. “David and Victoria are obviously supportive and very proud. This isn’t a Brand Beckham thing, though — it is very much a Brand Harper thing,” the source said.
That personal identity appears to be central to the project. The name HIKU has reportedly already been trademarked, and the range is expected to launch in late summer. The word itself is said to come from Japanese, meaning “to pull” or “attract attention” — a fitting choice for a brand already drawing major curiosity.
Harper has also reportedly proven to be increasingly confident on camera, with the source noting: “After all, she has been doing online tutorials and is an absolute natural in front of the camera.”
Victoria previously hinted that her daughter might have a major future in beauty, saying last year: “Harper’s either going to be a beauty mogul, or she’s going to be a stand-up comedian. She is brilliant.”
The new excitement around Harper’s business ambitions comes during a difficult period for David and Victoria, who have been dealing with a reported family rift involving eldest son Brooklyn Beckham.
Still, amid the tension surrounding the Beckham family, this latest chapter offers something brighter — with Harper quietly emerging as a new name to watch in the beauty world, while Victoria continues to show exactly why she remains the family’s enduring style icon.
