Juan Carlos Obando Takes an Inspiring Trip to Havana for His Spring 2016 Collection Inline

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    The Art Nouveau and Art Deco influence is palpable on every corner. One interesting thing is how with time a new color palette has emerged, creating vibrant combinations of culture, history, and architecture.

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    We were really amazed by the windows, how looking at several back-to-back you can really feel the incredible juxtaposition between colonial Spanish and a supermodern approach to design.

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    The view from the Saratoga Hotel is one of the best in the city. I particularly liked how dramatic the sky views were, as you could see the recurring afternoon thunderstorms roll in.

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    The cars, as many know, are a big part of the time-warp setting in Cuba. A ride in one of these vintage Fords makes you feel as if you are going back in time.

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    The fonts on each one of the building’s signage and lanterns really display such detailed attention to design.

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    After a visit to the historic Hotel Nacional de Cuba, a walk on the Malecón really encapsulates La Habana’s day-to-day culture. The people and their lively conversations set the mood and bring to life the sentiments of several generations of Cubans in one single spot.

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    The streets of Old La Habana really capture the richness of the architecture and the original color combinations.

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    The rare combination of the colonial versus the Art Deco, as well as other art movements, showcases how powerful and inspiring Cuba’s architecture and culture can be.