( CNN ) -- Start with 19 gorgeous half-naked models , throw in a $ 2.5 million bra and a few wings that weigh up to 50 pounds a pair , and you have the elements of this year 's Victoria 's Secret fashion show . The 2011 show airs Tuesday in more than 90 countries , proving that the definition of `` sexy '' may be the same on all seven continents . Dazzling women in glitter , wearing sky-high heels with elaborate underwear , are some of the obvious reasons more than 9 million viewers tuned in to last year 's show . But with this year 's scheduled performances by Jay-Z , Kanye West and Nicki Minaj , who knows how many fans are also anticipating the celebrity showcase ? Joining the group of stars , Adam Levine will perform as he walks the runway with girlfriend and Victoria 's Secret model Anne Vyalitsyna . Nine million viewers may sound like an large number of people gazing at pretty women in bras and panties . But who would n't want to see this spectacle ? `` The show fulfills a fantasy , and not just the obvious one of gorgeous women in their underwear , '' said Glamour magazine contributing style editor Tracey Lomrantz . `` Everything about it is over the top , from the performances to the sets to the shoes . It lets the audience have a kind of escapist moment to a place where everything is sparkly and idyllic , '' Lomrantz added . Glitter wo n't be the only thing glistening on the New York runway . This year , model Miranda Kerr will be wearing the traditional $ 2.5 million Fantasy Treasure Bra . That 's right , this Angel will be gleaming in a bra encrusted with more than 3,400 hand-placed gems . Aside from the million-dollar rocks , beauty products from the Victoria 's Secret collection will be used on all 19 models . If you 're keeping track , almost 40 cans of hairspray will be used , and 21 makeup artists will use products exclusively from the VS makeup collection , according to HollywoodLife.com . The combination of the fashion , makeup and celebrity performances will help create this year 's spectacle on a grand scale . Pretty faces on bodies with killer curves do n't hurt . Famous VS models -- or should we say Angels -- like Adriana Lima , Chanel Iman and Erin Heatherton have some of the most envied bodies that both men and women admire . `` It 's interesting how many women say they use the show as a motivator to hit the gym or to finally start their diets , '' Lomrantz said . And although men often gaze at the toned bodies strutting the catwalk , some are sure not to confuse fantasy with reality . `` It is important to remember , as with all fashion shows , that what you see on the runway is not what you will see in a store -- it 's a projection of desire , '' Esquire magazine 's Matt Sullivan said . These angels are n't always naturally blessed with the bodies they have . Many of the models follow a strict diet and exercise regimen . Lima admited to The Telegraph that she has been working out with a personal trainer every day since August . Fast-forward to nine days before the show , and the only thing she eats or drinks are protein shakes made with powdered eggs . Speed up to the final 12 hours , and Lima does n't consume a speck of anything -- not even water . `` No liquids at all , so you dry out . Sometimes you can lose up to eight pounds just from that , '' Lima told The Telegraph . Although they put in hard work , the VS Angels end up envied . Not only do these tall beauties effortlessly balancing heavy decorated feathers in nothing but lingerie and a smile attract Nielsen ratings , but the taping of the show enjoys its fair share of media coverage . `` When there is an event this big , people pay attention , '' fashion blogger Mark St. James said . `` When models look this flawless and graceful , you ca n't help but fall victim to their provocative lingerie , powerful femininity and , of course , sex appeal . '' Ladies , it 's almost time to whip out your little pink bag , pump up the hair and put on your best `` Vicky C '' garments in anticipation of this year 's show . Men , pop the popcorn , call your friends and get ready to gather around the TV to admire the models and rock out to the musical guests . According to St. James , `` Victoria 's Secret is the Cirque du Soleil of lingerie . The ever-increasing popularity of the Victoria 's Secret shows comes from the excitement of being apart of a world where Angels are stunningly beautiful , the industry 's top musical talent performs live , and power and sexual energy pour from the runway every year . '' And thanks to the Victoria 's Secret fashion show , we 're even closer to seeing a real-life heaven on Earth .
The 2011 Victoria 's Secret fashion show Secret fashion show will air on CBS at 10 p.m. Tuesday . Miranda Kerr , Lima , Nicki Minaj and Miranda Kerr will perform . Miranda Kerr will wear a up to 50 pounds bra with more than 3,400 hand-placed gems . Adriana Lima admitted to following a strict diet in preparation for the show .