Cuban fashion is having a big moment right now: think oversize hoop earrings, headscarves, romantic frills, long skirts, and a medley of playful prints plus rainbow hues. Thanks to Karl Lagerfeld’s statement-making runway show in the heart of Havana for Chanel’s Resort 2017 presentation, as well as Dolce & Gabbana’s recent Mambo collection that drew inspiration from the Latin American dance, this bright, colorful trend has officially made its high fashion comeback…although, you see, it’s not like our love for bold prints and colors ever really left.
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South Korean actress Park Shin Hye’s Cuban-themed cover shoot for Vogue Korea, featuring pieces from Chanel Resort 2017
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Dolce & Gabbana Spring Summer 2017 – Mambo Lookbook
Of course, the local fashion scene has caught on. Retail giant Bench recently launched its sizzling summer campaign headlined by Lovi Poe, all beautifully shot by Patrick Diokno in the streets of Cuba.
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Lovi Poe for Bench Hola Summer 2017
Want in on the trend? Don’t worry—this won’t require you to wear a fruit cocktail on the top of your head! Get started with these subtle yet fun pieces and be on your way to looking Havana chic:
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Bench Tropical print slim fit pants, P799.75, shop.bench.com.ph
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Mango Floral ruffled dress, P2295, SM Megamall
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Zara High waist contrasting frilled trousers, P2295, Greenbelt 5
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Zara Gingham check skirt and top, P2295, Greenbelt 5
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Mango Bow cut-out detail dress, P2295, Glorietta 3
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Neon Island Hand-drawn print dress, P3000, mizandmoxie.com
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Plains & Prints Nilsen off-shoulder pantsuit, P1798, plainsandprints.com
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Stradivarius Strappy top with frills, P1290, SM Aura
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Bershka Blue floral romper, P1795, Glorietta 2
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UNAROSA Striped seersucker skirt, P1595, una-rosa.com
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Stradivarius Asymmetric frilled crop top, P1190, SM Aura
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Zara Asymmetric Sleeve Bodysuit, P1995, Greenbelt 5
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H&M Ruffle-trimmed Shorts, P1490, SM Megamall
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River Island Red cold shoulder bell sleeve top, P2449, zalora.com.ph
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Zara Tropical print trousers with belt, P2295, Rockwell Powerplant Mall
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