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Rachel Ojuromi Makes Her Chanel Runway Debut After Going Viral in Lagos

Rachel Ojuromi’s viral fit-check videos and work with stylist Debby Fasingha helped build the fashion moment that led to her Chanel debut.

  • On Monday, Lagos-based model Rachel Ojuromi made her runway debut at Chanel's Spring/Summer 2027 show in Paris, marking a significant milestone after one week in the French capital.
  • Working with stylist and designer Debby Fasingha, Ojuromi gained viral attention through exuberant videos filmed in Lagos showcasing vibrant, Nollywood-inspired looks against everyday moments in her hometown.
  • Previously, Ojuromi drew inspiration from designers like Bottega Veneta, noting their understanding of "the impact of simplicity" as she built a personal fashion world around herself.
  • Since arriving in Paris, Ojuromi frequently visited the Eiffel Tower and responded to her runway success with composure, saying, "Oh, of course."
  • Ojuromi is participating in a behind-the-scenes Vogue feature on her Chanel spring 2027 appearance, stating, "You can dream yourself into a life that is possible even if nobody else gets it.
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She made her debut last October 5th for Chanel in Paris Fashion Week, but the Nigerian had already turned the streets of Lagos into her catwalk long before.

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The 22-year-old African creator has made her debut at the Grand Palais in the French capital after the creative director of the iconic firm discovered her talent through social media

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The 22-year-old Nigerian has gone from recreating luxury parades in second-hand clothing to conquering the footbridge of the Grand Palais in Paris by Matthieu Blazy

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The jump from Nigerian streets to the Grand Palais turned an independent project into an international opportunity and put its name on the global fashion radar.

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elle.fr broke the news on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
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