Christian Gibbs on By Krishtun and Doing What She Loves
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...
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...
During this year’s Pompasette Brunch Party the Olé Love collection grabbed my attention. Almost everything the models wore was produced under the brand: bags, necklaces, ponchos, pashminas, headbands. They coordinated beautifully yet gave off...
Don’t be surprised if Bev’s Bespoke is soon known for the best handmade costume jewellery around. That’s the goal of the mother and daughter duo of Beverley Catline and Natasha Laughton. If the display...
Scrolling through my Instagram I couldn’t help but notice that some tridents and blue and yellow combos were popping up. As we all know, Barbados is celebrating its 51st anniversary of Independence this...
Do you. Take risks. Silence those inner voices. No, this isn’t some random cheesy motivational post. But it is a different kind of event recap. I knew Curls Nite Out wasn’t going to be just...
If you spend even a little time on Instagram or Facebook you’ve probably come across tons of natural hair meet-ups, usually somewhere in the States. And you’ve probably wished you could attend so you...
It’s that time of year when many of us either make resolutions or simply hope and plan for a better year. Whether it’s our relationships, finances, careers or education, most of us have hopes...
What a show! I knew it was going to be good if last year’s first effort was anything to go by but I truly was not prepared for the level of designing talent I...
I was impressed when I arrived at Hilton Barbados for the second of two BB Fashion Week runway shows. This was even before a model hit the runway. There was a red carpet running...
Hilton Barbados was the scene of BB Fashion Week’s local and regional showcase on Saturday night. Four designers showed but to me the night belonged to ByCarlori, the work of Barbadian Mission Catwalk contestant...
It’s often said that it’s all in the details. And there were lots of details to take in when Jacqueline Benn Schuppe launched her Ling Ling Spring/Summer 2015 collection on Saturday night at Barbados...
I recently bought these lipsticks from Jolie Beauty and Cosmetics which is Barbadian brand. I already owned their Flaming Fuchsia lipstick and a few glosses so I was extremely happy for the opportunity to...
Last month the focus was on laying the foundation for making 2014 your most stylish year yet. We talked about revamping your wardrobe, getting ready in a hurry, looking your best in the office...
On the first night of BBFW Kesia Estwick was clearly the best on the runway but on the second night she had tough competition. The young Barbadian designer produced another commendable showing with KISS...
Bridgetown Barbados Fashion Week 2013 began last night with four Barbadian designers showing in Independence Square. For those of us who braved the rain and cold (by Bajan standards), Kesia Estwick stood out. She...
Last weekend I was privileged to attend a concert hosted by the Barbados Youth Development Council. It included two fashion segments from two young local designers. First up is odBo!h with T-shirts for even...
Do well, live well and dress REALLY well! -Unknown This outfit brings together a few of my favourite things: peplum,black and white and mixed prints. The dress was made by a Barbadian designer Kadburry...
The Crop Over Read-In is one of those events that has really grown in popularity over the years. I remember when I first started attending what used to be a rather small event but...
In my last poston summer outfits I promised to do some Crop Over outfit ideas for my Bajan readers and any visitors who may be coming to Barbados for the festival. I start today...
People will stare. Make it worth their while. – Harry Winston One of the awesome things about living and working on an island is that the beach is never far away. And since so...