Chanel Cruise 2016/17 went down as one of the most memorable shows in recent fashion history. Held in downtown Havana, Cuba, just a few months after the country restored diplomatic relations with the US, it marked the first international fashion show in the capital since 1959 Communist revolution – and the Maison went all out for the occasion.
The excitement was palpable as 700 friends of the brand arrived on the first American cruise ship allowed to dock in more than 40 years, and the collection itself was a celebration of Cuba's 'cultural richness' through the late Karl Lagerfeld's high-fashion eyes.
But what made the most lasting impression, it seems, was the opening performance by Lisa-Kaindé Diaz and Naomi Diaz, the twins known as Ibeyi whose soulful sound and personal heritage made them the perfect choice for the occasion.
A post shared by @chanelofficial'Everyone still talks about the Chanel show in Cuba because it was so special and a really emotional experience,' says Lisa-Kaindé Diaz. 'But for us even more, because we're of French-Cuban descent. 'The daughters of Angá Diaz, Cuban percussionist and member of Buena Vista Social Club, Ibeyi opened the Chanel show by singing a Yoruba chant before walking the catwalk themselves – and their star has been on the rise ever since.
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