The Latest Chanel Runway Was So Extravagant, It'll Totally Blow Your Mind

By Morgane Le Caer

Updated on 10/6/2018 at 8:30 AM

When you think about Chanel, tweed, intricate detailing, and insane runway designs immediately come to mind. Well, for the French brand's Spring Summer '19 collection, Karl Lagerfeld took his grand display of clothing five steps further by creating one of the most spectacular sets known to the fashion crowd, bringing the actual beach to the Grand Palais.

Following a monumental Cruise show that featured a full-blown cruise ship, the designer invited journalists, influencers, and fashion gurus to witness his latest dazzling brainchild — sand, waves, beach huts, lifeguards, and all. Ahead, take a look at some of the coolest 'grams, straight from the Chanel by the Sea show, then check out our spotlight on the accessories.

The Invitation Hinted at What Was to Come

But No One Could Have Been Prepared For Such an Incredible Set

Some People Got to Have Their Feet in the Sand

While Others Relaxed on a Decked Area

How Karl Lagerfeld Managed to Bring the Actual Beach to the Grand Palais? We'll Never Know

But the Result Was Absolutely Breathtaking

Of Course, the Chanel Beach Got Really Crowded

The Best Job in the World?

Being a Lifeguard at the Chanel Show, of Course

Some Models Walked on the (Beach) Runway With Their Shoes in Hand

Others, Like Kaia Gerber, Wore Very Appropriate Beach Slides

The Collection Included Double Bags, Straw Hats, and Gorgeous Bikinis

The Finale Was Pretty Epic

Whatever Angle You Viewed It From