Femheka by Raxann Chin Receives the Prestigious Karib Nation Inc, Award of Excellence in Washington D.C.

Tuesday, July 1, 2014

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amaica-born, New York-based fashion designer, Raxann Chin, is among the esteemed fashion designers to receive the Caribbean Style & Culture Award of Excellence - Fashion Innovation in Washington, D.C. on June 27, 2014, in honor of the ninth annual Caribbean American Heritage Month.

The Caribbean Style & Culture Awards and Fashion Showcase organized by Karib Nation, Inc. celebrate and reward the excellence and remarkable contributions of fashion designers of Caribbean heritage who have significantly impacted the fashion industry.

“The Award of Excellence in Fashion Innovation exemplifies the innovation of Caribbean fashion through unique and compelling designs, production and presentation,” said Cornel Jones, Chair of the Event Committee.  Jones, who personally selected Chin for the award said he researched the fashion designer after seeing her work on the Maxine Tulloch TV Show in 2013 and was impressed with her designs and presentation.  Jones followed the fashion line and felt compelled to acknowledge the fashion designer.

The high-end fashion line, Femheka by Raxann Chin, founded May 11, 2012, graced the red carpets at both the 86th Academy Awards and Festival de Cannes in 2014, among other prestigious events.  “It is truly validating and quite an honor to be recognized by an organization such as Karib Nation, especially after just making our two-year mark,” said Chin. “There is no greater feeling than being rewarded for the manifestations of a dream that I was determined to see through. I yielded. I trusted. I have found my home through fashion.”

Karib Nation, Inc. was founded in 1992 in Baltimore, and as a non-profit organization, it promotes Caribbean-owned businesses. United States President Barack H. Obama declared June as Caribbean American Heritage Month. “Caribbean Americans are part of a great national tradition, descendants of hopeful, striving people who journeyed to our lands in search of a better life. They were drawn by a belief in the power of opportunity, a belief that through hard work and sacrifice, they could provide their children with chances they had never known. Thanks to these opportunities and their talent and perseverance, Caribbean Americans have contributed to every aspect of our society -- from science and medicine to business and the arts. During National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, we honor their history, culture, and essential role in the American narrative,” said Barack Obama, during his presidential proclamation of National Caribbean-American Heritage Month.

Chin, who migrated to the United States with her family in 1995, joins the past awardees, which include Francis Hendy, Uzuri International, Lois Samuels, Patricia Coates, Michael Chataigne, Bill Edwards, Roger Gary to name a few.

The awarded fashion designers took part in a week of activities that included networking and a wider platform for the promotion of their brands. The week of events hosted the Bahamas Consulate General Reception on Wednesday, June 25th, the Congressional Black Caucus on Capitol Hill & White House visit on Thursday, June 26th, a Fashion Show and the Karib Nation Inc.Awards Presentation on Friday June 27th, ending with Couture in the Park on Sunday June 29th. Part of the proceeds of the Fashion Showcase will benefit the Caribbean’s Children’s Foundation.

 

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‘Caribbean Style & Culture’ – Events, Washington D.C, June 25th - June 29th, 2014

Sunday, June 1, 2014

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hat may be described as one of the largest and most distinguished series of events to celebrate ‘Caribbean Heritage Month’ in the United States, Washington, D.C based Karib Nation, Inc.’s ‘Caribbean Style & Culture’ , now in its fifth year, will feature a plethora of activities to include its signature Fashion Showcase and Awards ceremony on June 27th at the Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center-University of Maryland College Park Campus, the introduction of ‘Couture In The Park’ on June 29th at the Bladensburg Waterfront Park and for the second year, select invitees and their guests will also be invited to the Whitehouse following a visit with the Congressional Black Caucus Leadership. The visit to the Whitehouse follows a private invitation only VIP Reception hosted by the Country of Bahamas, at the Bahamas Consulate General’s Office in Washington, D.C.

Karib Nation, Inc. is a registered non-profit 501(c) (3) organization devoted to promoting social and economic prosperity, cultural enrichment and diversity throughout the Caribbean community represented in the Washington, D.C area and its environs. In keeping with its mandate, this year’s Fashion showcase will feature one of the most diverse contingent of design talent representing sixteen of the Caribbean’s leading and emerging designers including Fashion Awards recipients Theodore Elyett of the Bahamas winner of Jamaica’s Fashion Design Competition Mission Catwalk, Sharleen Lagon from St. Lucia, Ashley Martin from Jamaica, Helmer Joseph from Haiti, Shaun Griffith-Perez of Trinidad & Tobago and noted designer, Edwind D’Angelo of South American heritage, showcasing his Columbian inspired threads.

 

To ensure a high caliber production, Karib Nation tapped renowned Fashion Show producer, Glenroy March of House of D’Marsh to produce the much anticipated fashion showcase events. The production team also includes Erika Evans, Master Stylist/Colorist, EJE International and Maisie Dunbar, Celebrity Cosmetic Professional. Barbados Tourism Authority is the main sponsor of this event. For a complete list of Sponsors, Participating Designers, Ticket Information and Venues; please visit the Karib Nation website (www.karibnation.org - www.caribbeanstyleandculture.com)

 

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Karib Nation Hosts 4th Annual Caribbean Style and Culture Fashion Awards in Maryland

Thursday, June 27, 2013

In celebration of Caribbean Heritage Month, Karib Nation will be hosting the fourth annual Caribbean Style and Culture Fashion Awards and Showcase this Friday June 28 2013 beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Marriot Inn and Conference Center in Hyattsville, MD.

Twelve designers from the Caribbean will present their couture, including Patricia Coates from Guyana, Kimya Glascow from St. Vincent, Glenroy March from Jamaica, Andrew Harris from Barbados, Shaun Griffith Perez and Lu-Ann Skaggs for Trinidad and Tobago and Michel Chataigne from Haiti.

Celebrity make-up artist Maisie Dunbar will also be on hand to transform the models.

On the runway will be internationally acclaimed artistes and fashion industry leaders from the Caribbean with a special guest appearance from Miss Black USA, Selina Watkins.

As the host Karib Nation will be presenting awards of recognition for the contribution and development of the Caribbean fashion industry at this year’s show. Recipients of this year’s “Award Of Excellence” are designers Shaun – Griffiths Perez, Andrew Harris, Michel Chataigne, Sharon Cox-Cole, Kimya Glasgow and 5th Element. The annual show highlights the Caribbean region premier exhibits of fashion, art and music and epitomizes the regions vibrant colours, versatility and fabric which are influenced by the culture and diversity of the area.

 

Karib Nation was founded in 1992 in Maryland and is a non-profit organization. Its aim is to promote social and economic prosperity while encouraging the culture of the English, French, Spanish and Dutch-speaking Caribbean community in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

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