Sihana Shalaj has made history by becoming the first Albanian from Kosovo to walk the runway for the iconic fashion house Chanel. This groundbreaking achievement took place during Chanel’s Paris Fashion Week show for their 2024 Spring/Summer collection, where she stood out among the top models in the world. Shalaj’s stunning presence and unique features have drawn widespread attention, making her a rising star in the international fashion scene.

Previously, she had worked with prestigious brands like Prada and Tom Ford, but her latest feat with Chanel marks a significant milestone in her career. Shalaj is currently signed with IMG Models, one of the world’s leading modeling agencies, which has helped propel her career to new heights. Her journey from Kosovo to the elite fashion stages of Paris is an inspiration for many aspiring models from the Balkans.