Loli Bahia, a 21-year-old French model, has taken the fashion world by storm since her runway debut in Louis Vuitton’s autumn/winter 2021 show. Her captivating presence and unique style have made her a sought-after face for top designers, including Nicolas Ghesquière who made her the face of a Louis Vuitton campaign after her debut.
Since then, Bahia has graced the catwalks of major fashion houses like Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello, Givenchy, Rabanne, Coperni, Courrèges, Max Mara, Prada, Versace, and Chanel. Her star power shone brightly when she opened the Vogue World: Paris spectacular in Place Vendôme, embodying the spirit of 1920s fashion and the sport of cycling.
For the event, Bahia wore a re-edition of a long dress from Chanel’s spring/summer 1924 collection, a tribute to Gabrielle Chanel’s free-spirited, sportswear-inflected creations of the era. The dress, originally featured in Vogue magazine that year, showcased Bahia’s ability to seamlessly blend classic elegance with modern flair.
Bahia’s impact extends beyond the world of fashion. In 2023, French actor and filmmaker Maiwenn cast her to play the young Jeanne du Barry – the last mistress of King Louis XV of France – in her upcoming film. This foray into acting further solidifies Bahia’s status as a multi-faceted talent with a promising future.
