The front row at Dior’s fall 2026 show in Paris saw a familiar face—and a decidedly analog accessory. Rapper and singer 070 Shake, whose real name is Danielle Balbuena, sat amongst the fashion elite sporting a navy checked shirt, white jacket and jeans, but it was her wired headphones that caught attention. The choice, it turns out, wasn’t a fashion statement, but a personal preference for curating her own atmosphere amidst the spectacle of Paris Fashion Week.
Balbuena, who has become a prominent face for the luxury brand as a Dior ambassador, described her outfit as comfortable and well-fitting, emphasizing the quality of the fabrics. But the comfort extended beyond the clothes themselves. “My look today was something I felt very comfortable in, which is important to me,” she told Vogue. “I like pieces that are simple, but these perceive elevated because they fit so perfectly, and the fabrics are beautiful.” The headphones, however, were a deliberate choice to maintain her own sonic environment.
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What was playing through those headphones? A classic. Balbuena revealed she was listening to “The Ballad of John & Yoko” by The Beatles, and has been revisiting the band’s discography recently. This musical choice comes as anticipation builds for Sam Mendes’s upcoming four-part biopic series about The Beatles, a project that has already generated significant buzz.
A Rising Star in Fashion and Music
070 Shake’s presence at the Dior show underscores her growing influence both in music and fashion. She’s a regular fixture at shows curated by Dior’s creative director, Jonathan Anderson, and her ambassadorship reflects a strategic alignment between the artist’s aesthetic and the brand’s vision. While her personal style leans towards more relaxed pieces—button-downs, trousers, and lug-sole boots—she clearly appreciates Anderson’s innovative designs, particularly singling out look 39 from the fall 2026 collection: a structured eggshell bar jacket paired with an ostrich feather-trimmed skirt.
“I love this look for its shape, and the contrast between the structure of the jacket and the movement of the feathers on the skirt,” Balbuena said. “I think the whole ensemble is very creative.”
Embracing Parisian Life
Balbuena’s increasing time in Paris, fueled by her role as a Dior ambassador, isn’t translating into a typical tourist experience. She prefers to immerse herself in local life. “When I’m in Paris I like to live like a local,” she explained, envisioning a routine centered around visiting markets and cooking at home. This preference for authenticity reflects a broader trend among artists and creatives who seek genuine experiences over curated spectacles.
Born Danielle Balbuena in North Bergen, Recent Jersey, in 1997, 070 Shake first gained recognition through the New Jersey collective 070 before collaborating with artists like Kanye West and Pusha T. Her musical style blends hip-hop, R&B, and electronic influences, and she signed with West’s GOOD Music in 2016. She continues to release music, with her most recent album, You Can’t Kill Me, released in 2022.
As 070 Shake continues to navigate the worlds of music and fashion, her commitment to personal style—even down to the choice of wired headphones—offers a glimpse into an artist who prioritizes authenticity and comfort amidst the demands of a rising career. Her next scheduled appearance will be at the upcoming Met Gala in May, where she is expected to represent Dior once again.
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