Heidi Klum Turns Up the Heat in LA, Poolside in a Black Thong

When the LA sun climbs past 90 °F, even a seasoned runway veteran like Heidi Klum feels the urge to strip down to the basics. This week she answered that call with a picture that’s now buzzing across Instagram – the supermodel reclined on a patio sofa, her top gone, wearing only a sleek black thong.

She paired the minimalist swimwear with classic aviator sunglasses, a laid‑back orange towel draped under her, and a small black Chanel purse placed within arm’s reach. A bowl of olives (or perhaps olives‑styled accessories) completed the tableau, and her well‑behaved pooch lounged nearby, adding a dash of domestic charm.

In the caption she wrote, “❤️‍🔥 It’s hot in LA,” and set the post to the chill‑vibes track “Sunset Paradise” by L.D.B Time to Chill. A few weeks earlier, she’d already hinted at her “less‑is‑more” sun‑bathing philosophy with another steamy snap captioned “M☀️RNING 🥰🌴🐠❤️,” proving the heatwave isn’t the only reason she’s shedding layers.

Earlier in August, Heidi slipped off a patterned silk sundress on a beach getaway with husband Tom Kaulitz, revealing nothing underneath except a $40,000 Bulgari necklace that glittered against her skin. That moment, like the recent thong shot, was punctuated by a silk scarf draped over her shoulders and sheer pink lace bottoms – a nod to her long‑time partnership with Italian lingerie brand Intimissimi.

July saw another cheeky cameo: the model used a bag of chips from her Funny‑Frisch snack line to modestly cover her chest while munching on the beach, captioning the playful clip “Glazed ham on the beach 😋.” The snack‑collab bag, emblazoned with her face, doubled as a fashion prop and a tasty teaser for fans.

Family life hasn’t taken a back seat either. In early October, Heidi and 22‑year‑old daughter Leni each posted videos promoting Intimissimi’s Oktoberfest collection, sporting matching white strapless push‑up bras and lace panties. Heidi’s German caption read, “The secret to a perfect Dirndl look? The perfect Oktoberfest underwear from @intimissimi!” while Leni added, “My morning in @intimissimi. Their Oktoberfest collection is the perfect base for any dirndl.” She also shared glimpses of sons Henry (21) and Johan (19) and older daughter Lou (17), all of whom she has with ex‑husband Seal. Leni, originally the daughter of Italian businessman Flavio Briatore, was adopted by Heidi in 2009.

Fans have been quick to react – some cheering her confidence, others playfully teasing the “buns‑out” moment. Either way, Klum’s poolside post adds another chapter to her ever‑evolving public persona, blending high‑fashion collaborations, family moments, and unapologetic summer vibes into one glossy Instagram feed.