From Recreating Chanel Looks In Lagos To The Grand Palais, 22-Year-Old Nigerian Model Rachael Ojuromi Makes Her Runway Debut For Chanel SS27 In Paris
Rachael Ojuromi went from viral recreations of Chanel looks on the streets of Lagos to walking for Chanel’s Spring/Summer 2027 show at the Grand Palais in Paris — a full-circle moment that has captured global fashion.
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Nigerian model Rachael Ojuromi, 22, has made her official runway debut for Chanel SS27 at the Grand Palais in Paris, marking one of the most inspiring fashion journeys of the year.
Just months ago, Rachael went viral for recreating iconic Chanel looks in Lagos. That creativity caught the eye of Chanel’s new Creative Director Matthieu Blazy, leading to a direct invitation to walk at Paris Fashion Week.
From Lagos Streets To Grand Palais
Rachael’s story is proof that originality still opens global doors. What started as a passion project, styling and modeling Chanel-inspired looks with limited resources in Lagos became a global fashion statement celebrated by People Magazine, E! News and Vogue.
- Lagos: Viral videos recreating Chanel tweed looks on the streets of Lagos with confidence and creativity.
- Discovery: Spotted by Matthieu Blazy’s team, who invited her to Paris after seeing her viral content.
- Paris: Walking the Chanel SS27 show at the Grand Palais, alongside top international models.
Why Chanel SS27 Matters
Chanel SS27 is Matthieu Blazy’s first major Chanel showcase, staged at the historic Grand Palais. The collection revisited classic Chanel tweeds with a modern, fluid energy, and Rachael’s yellow tweed co-ord with brown belt became one of the most talked-about looks.
For Nigerian fashion, this moment positions Lagos as a genuine talent incubator for global luxury houses.
Rachael Ojuromi: At A Glance
Why This Matters
Rachael’s debut is bigger than fashion. It’s a blueprint for young Africans: create with what you have, post it, and the world will find you. Her journey from Lagos streets to Paris Fashion Week aligns with 9JAFINDS’ mission of celebrating excellence and impact across Africa.
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A 22-year-old Nigerian model from Lagos who went viral for recreating Chanel looks and was invited to walk for Chanel SS27 in Paris.
Her viral Lagos Chanel recreations caught the attention of Chanel’s Creative Director Matthieu Blazy, who invited her to Paris Fashion Week.
The Chanel Spring/Summer 2027 show was held at the Grand Palais in Paris during Paris Fashion Week.
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