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Five Cuban Clothing Brands to Shop for in Havana

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Stay trendy with these innovative Cuban clothing brands in Havana

With the smoothness of its textures and varied designs, Cuban dress wear is constantly evolving, adapting to conform to its extensive global public. As a result, Cuban-inspired clothing frequently appears in top designer collections, summer prints, and fashion show runways. However, authentic Cuban accessories like necklaces, rings, and bracelets, really steal the attention with bright tropical colors and styles that reflect the local contemporary culture in Cuba.

Designed and photographed
by – Clandestine

Clandestina

If you’re familiar with Cuban fashion, then surely you’ve heard of Clandestina with its timeless looks. Among the brand’s signature items are its t-shirts and tank tops with popular Cuban phrases printed across, like “Se acabó el Drama” or the “Drama is over.” You’ll find such prints on socks, leggings, handbags, and more.

During his trip to Cuba alongside actress Ana de Armas in 2020, the Clandestina style caught the attention of actor Ben Affleck who bought and wore a couple of their brand t-shirts. So, if you wear Clandestina, you’ll look like a Hollywood star.

Located five blocks south of the Capitolio Nacional de Cuba, Clandestina awaits at 403 Calle Villegas, between Teniente Rey and Muralla street.
Website: www.clandestinaencasa.com
Instagram: @clandestina99

Designed and photographed
by – BarbarA’s

BarbarA’s

The first-ever Afro Cuban clothing brand in Cuba, BarbarA’s has been setting trends that even the most critical fashionistas find irresistible – even making an appearance at the 2022 Torino Fashion Week catwalk shows in Turin, Italy.

BarbarA’s is an Afro-cultural brand created by female Cuban entrepreneur Bárbara Abreu, who has made an impact with her inspirational designs for decades. This shop at #211 Calle Cienfuegos between Misión and Arsenal offers lovely blouse and skirt Cuban dress combinations with an array of assorted earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and purses, all made from recyclable materials. So you’re not just buying an exceptional piece of clothing, you’re contributing to environmental stability.

Can’t find the right size? BarbarA’s professional sewers will adjust your desired gown for the perfect fit.
Instagram: @barbarascuba

Designed and photographed
by – Dador

Dador

This Habanera brand combines both elegance and simplicity in its creations – each garment possessing a peculiar but enchanting personal quality. Dador presents manufactured clothing from cotton and linens to wonderful floral stamped onesies and skirts that allow comfort and versatility.

A name brand beloved by the people of Havana, Dador can be found at #253 Amargura between Habana and Compostela street, three corners away from the Clandestina shop. And just like BarbarA’s, Dador works wonders and adapts its clothing to the contour of your body, not the other way around. So, no matter your size, you’re sure to leave with a fashionable item.
Website: www.dadorhavana.com
Instagram: @dadorhavana


Written by Diego Angeles.

Published December 2022.


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