Victoria’s Secret Model Cindy Bruna Shares Her Insider’s Guide to Paris Fashion Week

By Claire Stern
Updated Sep 22, 2017 @ 10:30 am
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At just under six feet tall with enviably long legs, Victoria’s Secret model Cindy Bruna knows how to rule a runway. Born in Saint-Raphaël, on the French Riviera, the French model with Congolese and Italian roots has visited Paris for castings ever since she was a teenager. When she’s not popping up in ads for the likes of Balmain, H&M, and Ralph Lauren or the lingerie brand’s much-ballyhooed fashion show, Bruna can be found lounging in her apartment in the ritzy 16th arrondissement on the city’s Right Bank, glass of wine in hand. Chic indeed.

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Here, Bruna shares her must-haves during the busiest season on the runways.

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STATEMENT SUNNIES

Courtesy Ray-Ban; Elisabetta Mares
$185
from Ray-Ban
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“Anything with tinted shades. I like to be different.”

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CLOSET STAPLE

Courtesy Re/Done x Levi's
$309
from Re/Done
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“Oversized boyfriend jeans from Re/Done.”

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SIGNATURE SUITCASE

Courtesy Tumi
$1,095
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“I love my black Tumi rollaway. It’s simple and classic.”

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FAVORITE MUSEUM

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“The Musée d’Orsay is a must. I’m a big fan of van Gogh [pictured here] and Monet.”

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IDEAL MEAL

Courtesy Loulou

“Steak tartare at Loulou in the Musée des Arts Décoratifs. It has beautiful views and delicious French-Italian food.”

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SNEAKER OBSESSION

Courtesy Adidas
$69
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“White Adidas.”

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GO-TO GETAWAY

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“Parisians like to go to Deauville, a seaside resort about two hours by train, to eat oysters and gamble at the casino. The vibe is great.”

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DRINK OF CHOICE

Courtesy Astor Wines
$15
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“Valpolicella red wine. It’s Italian.”

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MAKEUP ESSENTIAL

Courtesy Avene
$14
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“I moisturize my lips with Avène lip balm. It makes me feel awake and pretty.”

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EYE OPENER

Courtesy MAC Cosmetics
$18
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“I always brush my eyebrows with MAC Cosmetic’s clear gel. It helps keep them structured.”

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DREAM HOTEL

Courtesy Peninsula Paris

“The Peninsula Paris is very luxurious. They have a great gym, too.”

For more from Bruna, pick up the September issue of InStyle, available on newsstands and Amazon.com, and for digital download now.

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