As our protagonist, Ana, arrives in Rio de Janeiro, she is met with a bustling city unlike anything she has ever seen before. Determined to fulfill her dream of studying fashion in Paris, Ana sets her sights on getting the support of the most famous fashion designer in Brazil, who she believes will open doors for her.
With no connections or experience, Ana is forced to start from scratch. She sets out to be part of the sewing team for one of the biggest samba schools in Rio de Janeiro, where she hopes to make a name for herself and get noticed by the designer she admires so much.
As she struggles to navigate the intricacies of the samba school and prove herself as a skilled seamstress, Ana meets João, a handsome and charismatic samba dancer who ignites a passion in her like nothing she has ever felt before.
As Ana falls deeper in love with João and his vibrant culture, she starts to question whether her dream of going to Paris is really what she wants or if Rio de Janeiro has everything she ever needed.
As Carnival approaches and they prepare for the biggest show of the year, Ana will have to make the ultimate choice between pursuing her dreams and following her heart. Will she be able to find her true calling in life and make unforgettable memories along the way? An Unforgettable Year: Summer is a story of chasing dreams, falling in love and discovering the true meaning of happiness.