SHAN returned to Miami Swim Week, setting the tone with an exclusive yacht party, exciting brand partnerships, and a series of elevated luxury experiences.
Last Friday night, May 29, luxury swimwear brand SHAN returned to PARAISO Miami Swim Week at the PARAISO Tent at Collins Park following the brand’s celebrated 40th anniversary showcase during last year’s Swim Week season.
This year, SHAN once again delivered an elevated runway experience that blended timeless glamour, modern resort wear and sophisticated swim silhouettes inspired by effortless coastal elegance.
The evening featured an unforgettable lineup of experiences and exclusive collaborations.
High-profile moments throughout the night captivated the fashion and entertainment industries alike. As part of the brand’s highly anticipated return to PARAISO, SHAN partnered with renowned agency Ford Models Miami, whose talent officially walked the runway presentation during Miami Swim Week. The collaboration united two iconic names in fashion, delivering a runway experience defined by sophistication, confidence and timeless glamour.
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Photos : SHAN at Paraiso Miami Swim Week
Debuting during the brand’s scheduled Friday evening runway show, SHAN’s new Cruise 2027 collection stayed true to the house’s signature aesthetic while introducing fluid resort silhouettes, sleek monochromatic swimwear, airy coverups and vibrant prints inspired by coastal destinations. The collection blended refined minimalism with statement resort pieces, continuing to distinguish SHAN within the luxury swimwear space.
Further elevating the experience, SHAN welcomed premium canned cocktail brand Gatsby into the tent, offering guests a curated cocktail experience before entering the show. Upon arrival, attendees were greeted with Gatsby’s signature cocktails, setting the tone for an impressive evening that reflected the effortless sophistication and modern glamour synonymous with the SHAN brand.
Earlier in the week, SHAN also hosted an exclusive yacht party together with Gatsby, bringing together top media, influencers, tastemakers and industry insiders for an intimate celebration on the water. The private event served as the official launch of SHAN’s Swim Week return, blending luxury fashion, Miami nightlife and experiential hospitality against the backdrop of the city skyline. Echoing the energy established during the kickoff celebration, the collaboration seamlessly blended fashion, luxury and curated social moments throughout the week.
Known internationally for its timeless elegance, impeccable craftsmanship and luxury swimwear collections, SHAN’s return to PARAISO Miami Swim Week once again reinforced the brand’s longstanding presence within the global swimwear industry. From the Cruise 2027 runway presentation to its exclusive off-runway experiences, SHAN continued to deliver one of the week’s most elevated luxury fashion moments.
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About SHAN:
SHAN is a creator, manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of couture swimwear, resort wear, ready-to-wear and high-end accessories for men and women. It was founded in 1985 by Chantal Levesque, who brought resort wear fashion to a new level with her exclusive and original creations, thereby meeting the demands of a niche market that was not yet fulfilled. To this day, she still maintains her position as President and Designer of the company. From the beginning, the vision was to offer, on an international level, a niche product with a well-defined image and values. It has always been and will always be a priority for the brand to control 100% of its operations. Design, production, commercial, and distribution activities are all integrated under the head office. Every SHAN creation is manufactured in the Laval workshops, near Montreal, Canada. The company is in a continuous state of growth and sets itself apart with its international luxury distribution network of over 850 prestigious retail locations in 35 countries, its 7 flagship stores, and its online store (www.shan.ca).
About Designer, Chantal Levesque:
Born in Montreal, Chantal Levesque is president and designer of SHAN, a high-end company that designs, manufactures, and distributes its collections of ready-to-wear, swimwear and luxury accessories for both men and women. She founded the company in 1985, her creative intuition and business knowledge have ensured the success of the firm and allowed her to earn an enviable place on the international scene in less than a decade. Both a creator and a powerful businesswoman, Chantal Levesque has a broad professional profile, directing both the design activities and the financial functioning of SHAN.
“One of my greatest prides today is to have succeeded in preserving these values during all these years. While reinventing and adapting the products according to time and cultures, the SHAN brand has grown like a big family which today counts 165 people.”- Chantal Levesque
