Heidi Klum's daughter, Lou, is a model in the making as she steps out with mom for high fashion event

Heidi Klum's youngest daughter put on a scene-stealing display in Paris when she stepped out with her mom for a rare photo opportunity. 

The 17-year-old looked radiant as she held hands with Heidi and beamed for the cameras.

Lou — who rarely makes public appearances — wore a corseted waistcoat and mini-skirt which she teamed with stacked, co-ordinated heels.

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Her long, curly hair was worn loose around her shoulders while Heidi also looked stylish in an alternative white suit.

 She'll soon be 18

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When Lou turned 16 on October 9 2025, Heidi shared a sweet post about her daughter. 

"Lou my beautiful sunshine," Heidi wrote in her caption, before adding: "Happy 16th Birthday. I love you with my whole heart."

It's now only a matter of days until her youngest becomes an adult. 

Will she turn to modeling?

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Heidi's trade runs in the family, with her daughter, Leni, proving she's a successful model, and son Henry has also carved out a career in the same field.

However, Heidi was strict with allowing her eldest to follow in her footsteps. 

Leni was first approached by a modeling scout at the age of 12, however, her mom would not allow her to sign. It wasn't until Leni was 16 that Heidi gave her the green light to make her debut alongside her for Vogue Germany.

In 2024, Heidi responded to an Instagram comment that asked whether Lou wants to become a model. The mother-of-four posted a video that was taken from the back and depicted her strutting down a corridor with Lou. Over the video, Heidi answered the question, as she penned: "She is only 14."

Heidi's European approach to parenting

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Heidi shares her four kids Leni, 22, Henry, 21, Johan, 19, and Lou with her ex-husband Seal (she welcomed Leni with ex Flavio Briatore, and she was eventually adopted by the singer), and raises her kids with a lot of the same ideologies she follows, especially when it comes to body confidence.

"I've always been very open with my body," Heidi said. "When I'm suntanning in the backyard, I might not have a top on. I'm European…my kids don't know me any other way and are probably more easygoing with their bodies because of it."

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While she only has two of her four children living at home now, Heidi has always adored having a busy household. 

"I love having a house where they feel safe," she continued. "My son was barbecuing with his friends in the backyard the other day and doing all the things I taught him. It was so cute. For me, it's always the more, the merrier. I like it when they're all at home."