Miami Swim Week took place May 29th Jun 3rd of this year and a number of designers took their looks to the runways across South Beach as we already begin thinking of upcoming travels next year! It always ends up being a star studded events as athletes, celebs, recording artists, and enthusiasts show up to the shows as well as the associated parties!
look for myself every day. I like matching highs and lows for a unique look. I work a lot with my stylist, Monica Rose, and she pulls the best.
We caught up with Supermodel Chanel Iman who was a Victoria's Secret Angel, as well as walked their shows, as well as iconic houses including Tom Ford, Gucci, Versace, Roberto Cavalli to name a few. She has also been in a range of campaigns for Dolce & Gabbana, Ralph Lauren, Bottega Veneta and more. She shared why she loves Miami Swim Week, shows she has enjoyed watching this season, the power of fashion, her summer travels, and partnering with CÎROC Limonata.
CI: Travel light and take pieces that you can mix and match. Be conscious of where you’re traveling so you can respect the culture wherever you are traveling. I try not to overpack so I could leave space for new items wherever I go.
AM: As someone who enjoys traveling, what are some tips that you have that we can use as we’re navigating across the globe?
AM: Where do you enjoy traveling during the Summer and what are 3 must-haves that you will bring for a stylish beach getaway?
ATHLEISURE MAG: What do you love CI: Europe is our favorite destination about Miami Swim Week? to travel during the summer. We love the South of France, South of Italy, CHANEL IMAN: I’m a beach lover so it’s ex- Greece, and Spain. I have to travel with citing to see the new swimwear designs. I my body chains, swimwear, and a good pair of flats. also really love Miami. AM: Tell us about 3 of your favorite shows AM: You have partnered with CÎROC that took place this season? Limonata, can you tell us more about this and why you enjoy it in your favorCI: The Louis Vuitton Pharrell men’s fash- ite summer cocktails. ion show is one of my favorites. Zuhair Murad is also one of my favorite shows to CI: Partnering with CÎROC Limonata watch because of all the beautiful dresses has been an incredibly exciting venture every season! Rick Owens is such an edgy for me. CÎROC Limonata is the perfect show with everyday great pieces I can’t blend of sophistication and taste, makwait to rock. ing it an ideal ingredient for summer cocktails. What I love most about it is AM: Why is fashion so empowering for its vibrant lemon flavor, which is both women and how can women use that as it invigorating and versatile. Whether pertains to their swimwear? I’m hosting a gathering with friends or enjoying a quiet evening at home, CI: Fashion is so empowering for women CÎROC Limonata brings a touch of elebecause it’s a way of expressing yourself gance to any occasion. and how you feel for the day. AM: Are there any projects that you are AM: How have you found confidence working on that you would like to share through fashion? that we can keep an eye out for? CI: I feel confident about creating a new CI: It’s too early to share now, but