At a Glance
- Gigi Hadid posted a Jan. 20 Instagram dump captioned “Claaassic G snail mail x holiday recap for ya”
- The carousel shows 5-year-old Khai riding a “Santa Train,” baking cookies with aunt Bella Hadid, and getting a year-end haircut
- The supermodel built a toy-kitchen Christmas surprise and displayed vintage-wrapping-paper name settings at her festive table
- Why it matters: Fans rarely see the tightly-guarded toddler, making the slideshow a sought-after peek into the low-key family celebrations
Gigi Hadid has offered a rare window into her December traditions with daughter Khai, trading the runway for wrapping paper and cookie dough.
On Tuesday, Jan. 20, the 30-year-old supermodel uploaded a multi-slide post that strings together quiet holiday moments: a mother-daughter train ride, fireplace gift-opening, and a cardboard gingerbread house that doubled as décor and craft project.
Santa Train & Stocking Moments
The opening frame shows the pair aboard a decorated “Santa Train.” Gigi leans toward the camera, head resting against Khai, whose back is turned while she watches the winter landscape roll past.
A second still captures the 5-year-old crouched by a stone fireplace, presents scattered across a plush rug. A red stocking hangs above, embroidered and ready for the next celebration.
Kitchen Cameos & Cookie Crew
Inside the model’s home, a vegetable-themed ornament dangles above the kitchen island where Khai and aunt Bella Hadid roll dough and cut festive shapes. The caption reads simply: “Christmas pie-& cookies w auntie!”
Additional shots reveal:
- A personalized place card for Khai, penned on vintage paper
- A cup of crayons positioned beside her plate
- A cardboard gingerbread house that served as both craft and centerpiece
Gigi wrote: “I love getting to put up and sit with my decorations again❤️🔥❤️🔥…I was proud of my lil vintage wrapping paper name settings this yr…”
Playroom Surprise & The Big Chop
A short clip shows Gigi cross-legged on a playroom rug, assembling a miniature kitchen set she added to “give Khai’s playroom a Christmas-surprise update!” Khai’s delighted reaction is audible off-camera.
The final slide documents a milestone: Khai perched in a salon chair, towel draped around her shoulders, moments after requesting “the big chop.” Gigi captioned it: “My lil bestie ended the year with the big chop she wanted ✂️🤘.”
Co-Parenting & Current Chapter
Gigi welcomed Khai in September 2020 with former partner Zayn Malik. The couple split in 2021 and continue to co-parent privately. The model is now linked to actor Bradley Cooper, father to 8-year-old Lea De Seine with model Irina Shayk.
The post ends on a reflective note: “…Feel very grateful for this life. Sending everyone a warm Happy New Year hug, and wishing you all a year of joy, peace, and fulfillment xG.”
Key Takeaways
- The Jan. 20 upload marks one of the few times Gigi has shared multiple images of Khai in a single post
- Family traditions included a Santa Train ride, cookie-baking with Bella, and DIY decorations
- The supermodel’s low-key holiday approach emphasized handmade touches over lavish displays
- Fans responded with enthusiasm, praising the candid glimpse into her private world
