An Australian socialite has raised eyebrows after sharing the results of her deep tan which left her looking almost unrecognisable.Real Housewives of Sydney star Victoria Montano had her followers doing a double-take on Thursday when she returned from a luxurious holiday in Bali. The glamorous 43-year-old took to Instagram to show off her significantly deeper bronzed complexion which she achieved by basting herself in oil and laying in the sun. In a series of snaps from her tropical getaway, Victoria posed in a chic, patterned two-piece Dolce & Gabbana outfit, highlighting her toned figure and striking, deep tan.The reality star, who was pictured alongside her husband Tim and their two children, appeared to be embracing the island lifestyle, with her bold new look a world away from her normally subdued complexion.She revealed the extreme lengths she went to to achieve her mahogany complexion underneath a post containing several fire emojis. Real Housewives of Sydney star Victoria Montano (pictured) has raised eyebrows after sharing the results of her deep tan The glamorous 43-year-old took to Instagram to show off her significantly deeper bronzed complexion which she achieved by basting herself in oil and laying in the sun. (Pictured with her husband Tim)’4 hours tanning with oil yesterday – elevated,’ she responded alongside a laughing emoji. Fans were quick to flock to the comments section.’Bronzed goddess,’ added another. ‘I have been very focused,’ Victoria hit back, adding a laughing emoji. ‘Hot hot hot,’ wrote someone else, clearly impressed.’You look incredible as always,’ a third chimed in. Victoria has developed a reputation for her upmarket tastes and last year raised eyebrows for taking part in a ‘classless’ video which had Sydney’s eastern suburbs cringing. The reality TV star was seen bragging about her wealth during a luxurious trip to St. Tropez with her family. She revealed the extreme lengths she went to to achieve her mahogany complexion The reality star appeared to be embracing the island lifestyle, with her bold new look a world away from her usually more subdued complexion Victoria, who starred on the Real Housewives of Sydney from 2023-2025, is known for her lavish lifestyle Victoria, who made headlines in June 2025 after appearing in a video boasting about her designer clothes and ‘Montano money’, shared photos of her extremely expensive wardrobe, believed to be worth around $100,000.In one image, she put on a very leggy display in a $2,200 polka dot Patou dress, which she paired with a bright yellow Hermès Kelly clutch, worth around $11,800. The reality star then posed in a $3,500 Dior blouse, which she tied at her waist to reveal a glimpse of her toned abs.