The <strong>Trinidad</strong> experience A Fabulous Fashion Parade By Giselle La Ronde-West Giselle La Ronde-West Fashion Week in <strong>Trinidad</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tobago</strong> was no ordinary display <strong>of</strong> talent. It was an exceptional event that showcased the tremendous creative ability <strong>of</strong> the people <strong>of</strong> the nation. From May 29 to June 2, the Hyatt Regency <strong>Trinidad</strong> in Port <strong>of</strong> Spain was all about lights, camera <strong>and</strong> action, with twenty designers displaying their clothes on the beautiful bodies <strong>of</strong> our talented models. Hyatt welcomed the crème de la crème <strong>of</strong> the fashion <strong>and</strong> entertainment world each day, bringing a great deal <strong>of</strong> excitement their way. The dazzling array <strong>of</strong> colour <strong>and</strong> use <strong>of</strong> natural fabrics by the designers was in keeping with the theme, Save our Earth, Live Green. Despite the glitz <strong>and</strong> glamour <strong>of</strong> each evening, the clothes took on natural tones <strong>and</strong> hues. The designers were careful to bring home the theme throughout the entire week. The opening <strong>of</strong> the event started on the Friday, with a dance about Mother Earth conquering the evils <strong>of</strong> the earth—pollution <strong>and</strong> other human destruction. It set the tone for that first evening, which featured designers Heather Jones, DLR “D,” Fariiworld, Michael’s Vogue Designs, Sonia Mack, Millhouse menswear, Brown Sugar <strong>and</strong> CPFS. Heather’s designs were as usual, vibrant <strong>and</strong> striking, while Michael’s Vogue Designs had an avant-garde twist to them, <strong>and</strong> Sonia Mack, the Haute Couture designs <strong>of</strong> <strong>Trinidad</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tobago</strong>. The St. Kitts outfit by Judith Rawlins aka Brown Sugar, presented freedom <strong>of</strong> movement with a contrast <strong>of</strong> bold <strong>and</strong> subtle. The swimsuit section designed by Christian Boucaud, was very stark <strong>and</strong> daring, putting an interesting edge on the Sunday evening’s show, along with Zadd <strong>and</strong> Eastman, M Squared, Peter Elias <strong>and</strong> Kimya Glasgow. That evening, Anya Ayoung Chee, former Ms. <strong>Trinidad</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tobago</strong> (Ms. Universe representative), introduced her first <strong>of</strong>fering to the Fashion world, in her line called Pilar, named after her brother who died tragically. This was an interesting presentation that showcased a wide variety <strong>and</strong> combination <strong>of</strong> colour. However, it was Peter Elias’s burst <strong>of</strong> colour that captivated the audience. On June 1, the introduction <strong>of</strong> yet another new line was seen. The well-known entertainer, Machel Montano, <strong>of</strong>fered his line <strong>of</strong> kids’ wear called Boy Boy, which followed from his recent concert <strong>and</strong> book launch <strong>of</strong> the same name. This presentation was different <strong>and</strong> fresh with all the children coming out in various designs <strong>of</strong> pants, skirts <strong>and</strong> trousers, all in white cotton with different coloured Boy Boy T-shirts. It was a breath <strong>of</strong> fresh air after all the colour <strong>and</strong> adult models. He showed alongside Radical Designs, Mariska’s, Stacy Smith Designs, Simply Garnett’s, Earth member for Life <strong>and</strong> the unmistakable styles <strong>of</strong> Claudia Pegus. The second year <strong>of</strong> Fashion Week in <strong>Trinidad</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tobago</strong> was memorable. The Hyatt Regency was an ideal location, with its high ceilings <strong>and</strong> competent staff. It was a great opportunity for new, established <strong>and</strong> rediscovering designers to come together to show <strong>of</strong>f their talents to a very eager <strong>and</strong> interested audience. Everyone anxiously awaits the start <strong>of</strong> Fashion Week 2010. 54 The <strong>Ins</strong> & <strong>Outs</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Trinidad</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tobago</strong>
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