A Cuban TikTok user, @lauradguez54, has sparked a wave of nostalgia with a video reminiscing about the fashion trends that once dominated Cuba's cultural landscape. With a playful and lighthearted approach, she highlights some of the most coveted clothes and accessories that defined the status and style of teenagers and young adults on the island.
Among the iconic fashion statements of that era were T-shirts bearing fake logos of brands like Supreme, the ever-popular Fila sneakers, and the high platform shoes that many girls wore to stand out. Also included were knee-high Converse-style sneakers, which were all the rage at the time.
"If you had those, you were the coolest," the young woman remarks in her video, prompting a flood of comments from Cubans both within the country and abroad who identified with these trends. Although these fashions were often knock-offs or adapted versions suited to Cuban realities, they defined a generation.
The video, which has garnered thousands of views, not only brings back fond memories but also showcases the ingenuity and creativity of Cubans. Despite limited resources, they have always found ways to adapt international styles to the island's unique conditions, especially in the realm of fashion.