In Puerto Rico, attending a Bad Bunny show means more than a ticket and a set list — it means stepping into your most authentic self and showing the world that el flow de nuestra isla is as bold and unapologetic as our global superstar himself.
In our culture, dressing with intention is a priority. Mom wouldn’t let us set foot outside — even for a quick run to the supermercado — without looking presentable. So it only makes sense that Boricua fans, myself included, have turned El Choliseo into a runway, plotting our looks for months in advance.
For my ’fit, I wanted to represent una jíbara chic, a modern version of our traditional, rural folk culture, or what Bad Bunny calls “una diva campesina” in his song “Andrea.” The centerpiece of my outfit were earrings inspired by flor de maga, Puerto Rico’s national flower found across the island.
I was joined by thousands of Bad Bunny fans who came to slay, expressing their version of cultural pride. Fans congregated pre-concert, decked out in one‑of‑a‑kind pieces from local designers and even outfits completely crafted with their own hands. Our attire was a wearable love letter to Benito’s latest album, “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS” and subsequent sold‑out residency, No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí. We channeled our support and pride through themes like jíbara chic, Latina mami, and street‑style tributes to tracks such as “WELTiTA” and “CAFé CON RON.”
We had to come correct, given that this concert experience transformed fandom into a cultural experience. When you step into the venue grounds, an area dubbed “Las Fiestas de San Benito,” it’s a free-for-all festival where you can drink and eat ahead of the concert.
This residency is not only about listening to Benito’s latest album — it’s an opportunity to breathe and become part of a rare community runway where Puerto Rican creativity takes center stage. Every person’s outfit has a backstory waiting to be heard. And the world is listening.
Pablo
“I wanted to go all‑out patriotic. Everything I’m wearing is local — from my Fey Loraker sneakers to my Homegrown cap and Pícalo T-shirt. There are tons of foreign labels here, but if we don’t back the small ones, they’ll leave. We need to make sure our local talent is thriving on the island.”
Gabriela
“I rock turbans every day, so I had to bring that to the concert. I used our flag’s colors — the turban is meant to mimic water, our life source. Most of these pieces I already had: My mom gifted me these flowers, the pants came from a thrift store, I’ve owned this blouse for two years, and I borrowed the shoes from my boss. Thrifting is all playing with style and making it your own.”
Isabela
“I drew my inspiration from our flag’s colors. My earrings were handcrafted by my friend, who runs her own brand. I saw a similar pair in another shop, but I told her, ‘Can you make this for me?’ She did it in one day. My necklace and rings are all her creations. I want to shine a spotlight on our local talent so the world knows what Boricua artists are capable of.”
Zoraida
“Bad Bunny isn’t just for young people; I’m 58 and I adore him. That’s why I made this outfit myself. He inspires me to love being different. I didn’t want to blend in with the crowd so I knitted the top in four days and the pants in three more. It’s not about age, my heart will always be young, even when I hit 70. If I still look this good, I’ll keep flaunting what I’ve got.”