Shantell Bancroft wants to make it easier for island girls to get Caribbean-centric jewellery no matter where they are in the world. The London-based fashion designer who was born to Barbadian parents has set...
Stores excite me. Even if I’m not buying anything, I like to browse. However, there are certain things that drive me completely crazy and make the shopping experience a lot less enjoyable. I don’t...
Rihanna doesn’t do anything halfway. When news broke that she was partnering with LVMH to launch her Fenty fashion line I was excited. Now I knew it would be a luxury brand so I...
We often think about jewellery primarily as a way to accessorise an outfit. Sometimes, we use it to say something about ourselves or to identify with a particular group. But have you ever thought...
Shopping for shorts can be difficult if you really want a pair which flatters your body. It’s even more frustrating and time-consuming when you’re not entirely sure what you’re looking for. Feel free to...
Warmer weather means it’s short pants season even if you’re in the Caribbean where we don’t have drastic temperature changes. While some women would wear them comfortably and confidently everywhere, others feel a little...
I have a plan to buy more local clothing and accessories this year. More local everything actually. I keep discovering new soaps, hair products, fragrances, shoes and other products Barbadians are making. I see...
There’s a lot you can do with an all-black outfit. I’ve often preached about making the most out of your wardrobe instead of constantly buying new things when you’re stuck in a style rut....
Browsing through the newspaper, I came across a workshop for teenagers which stated the dress code was “decently casual”. It’s not a term I’ve seen often but it was immediately clear to me why...
Arielle Rock designs gowns for brides who want to step away from the traditional and embrace the vibrant colours synonymous with the Caribbean. With a love for the silky West Indian Sea Island Cotton...
Nothing goes to waste at Ayissa Textile Designs. It’s not a forced attempt at recycling in response to increased conversations about green living. Rather, it’s simply a reflection of the way Ayissa Burnett and...
I’ve been known to spend an hour in a store going through racks, picking up pieces of clothing, and then leaving without making a single purchase. I’ve never regretted it. Sometimes walking out of...
I’ve viewed classic Chanel pieces, marvelled at Dior and closely examined centuries-old garments which influenced modern designs. However, I’ve never been to a couture fashion show in London or Paris and obviously, I’ve never...
The year has started on a high note for two Barbadians in the fashion industry. Designer Rotchelle Parris of Pink Lemonade by Rotchelle Parris and photographer Daniel Boyce of RIADA Imaging Studio have received...
If you’ve ever read one of my fashion show reviews, you would know I hold a special place in my heart for garments that are impactful from the back. The front is important but...
Roy Thompson knows his way around a piece of denim. And he wants to take his brand Jahlee Jeans throughout the region. He’s another Barbadian designer you need to get to know! Special thanks...
Let’s get to know Dabble by Abigail Doyle, a two-year-old Barbadian clothing and accessories brand. Abigail designs comfortable pieces for ladies who often can’t find what they need in stores. Check her out on...
Azizah Onifa of Azipho’s Creations is an award-winning craftswoman and veteran jewellery designer. Both Barbadians and visitors have probably seen her at Pelican Village, Bridgetown Market or anywhere artisans set up. I recently had the pleasure...
Today we feature Natalie Eastmond of Satadaze, a Barbadian crochet, resort, and festival wear brand. *As told to Natasha Beckles* After the birth of my first son I became a stay-at-home mom and then two...
Guyanese designer Carlos Anthony is set to make a big return to the Caribbean after several years on the New York fashion scene. The head designer of Original Stush will be launching a brand...
There’s a new accessories company in Barbados and if all goes according to plan, it will make waves across the Caribbean. Monumental Watches, billed as the country’s first watch company, was founded by Barbadian...
