A lot of the jewellery made in Barbados and the rest of the region is big, bold and colourful. There are beads of varying shades, distinctive gemstones and of course, bold African-inspired print. These...
Adrianna Payne loves to create and there’s nothing she enjoys more than seeing a smile on the face of a satisfied client. “There is nothing like the moment a client slips on their suit...
Christian Gibbs is known for her eclectic style and it’s that style that led to the creation of her brand By Krishtun. She started making crochet clothing some years ago when she saw a...
Richelle Taylor was pretty much a reluctant entrepreneur. As a teenager, she made wall décor and jewellery “just for fun” and she would give the pieces away. She recalls that everyone kept telling her...
Cherise Ashby is a fashion designer, artist and fitness competitor and she has been creating in one capacity or another since she was a child. Like most little girls who catch the fashion bug,...
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...
