For this year’s resort collection, Karl Lagerfeld transformed traditional Middle Eastern attire into gauzy numbers. Lagerfeld even did the unthinkable—dressing models in leg warmers and flip-flops.

When Karl Lagerfeld takes Chanel to Dubai, he must pay tribute to the city, right? Either way, that’s how it appeared. Clothes of an ancient Middle East were given the Chanel treatment. Set in a gold building on a private island on Tuesday, May 13, Lagerfeld showcased a whimsical 84-look resort collection.

Models in bold black eyeliner crowned with crystal headbands and brooches walked down the runway. There was a mélange of ensembles. From feminine tweed kaftan jackets to gold flared pants to breezy chiffon dresses, Lagerfeld left no look between the U.S. and Dubai behind.

Prevalent in the collection were billowy ruffled pantaloons and jogger pants. First introduced in February for the brand’s fall collection, jogger pants came in black paneled lace, geometrical cut-out, red-and-blue floral mesh, and glossy gold.

Model Joan Smalls looked divine in one of the cleanest looks of the collection, a warm gold gown featuring an embellished neckline paired with matching pants and white loafers. Another standout look was a festive white puffed-sleeved dress featuring a jagged-colored bottom separated by a jade green floral belt. Noteworthy separates include a sheer black flower-sewn midi skirt and camel trench coat.

Mixed materials comprised many of the dresses, which were paired with matching pants. For footwear, Lagerfeld designed cut-out loafers, jelly sandals, and heels. Despite telling M magazine in 2012 he’s “physically allergic to flip flops,” he sent models in over-the-knee leg warmers wearing the atrocious sandals.

Many of the looks were accessorized with quirky items, such as nailless powder pink gloves, an updated handheld fan, and a quilted bag shaped as a gas can. There was also a swoon-worthy giant pearl purse and crystal moon brooch. The show ended with six-year-old model Hudson Kroenig—who’s been modeling for the French fashion house since he was two—wearing an all-white outfit, pointed-toe loafers, and a few necklaces.

While much of the collection featured throwbacks, it was interesting to see how Lagerfeld transformed ancient garb into chic duds. Only Lagerfeld would clash different styles and eras together for one eccentric collection, and pull it off.