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Inspired by various genres and time periods, each
collection clearly expressed themes in a cohesive and spectacular way.
"I think we had a great turnout and the
audience enjoyed the show fully," said Indira Moss, production manager for
the event. "It was clear that the designers put their hearts into each
piece of their collections and it showed through their attention to detail and
mixture of fibres and textures.
"It was all different. Months of hard work paid
off and we were very impressed with what they accomplished. I'm confident they
will all be successful in the future."
Aside from the dynamic work of the fashion
designers, the showcase also paid tribute to the late Jackson Burnside through
the innovative creations of the participants of the Jackson Burnside Fashion
& Design award. Architect Val Pintard, designer Apryl Burrows, interior
designer Elizabeth Clarke and draftsman Reuno Pratt took on the challenge of
creating one-of-a-kind wearable garments made from materials used in the built
environment. The result - an inspiring display of ingenuity and creative
know-how that stunned the audience.
A high-eneergy acrobatic dance routine by the Silk
and Steel dance troupe set the stage for the night with an incredible
performance. Further performing for the audience were two young up-and-coming Bahamian
artistes, Shaton and Zee who graciously accompanied the ExÎles Explosion - a
male lingerie spectacle that showcased jaw-dropping pieces
from international couture lingerie houses CoutureBoy and Lee Greggory.
The following evening, four lucky participants took
home the coveted prizes from the event as well as bragging rights for one year.
The Jackson Burnside Award was handed out to
Elizabeth Clarke and Bruno Pratt for their innovative and creative ability.
Taking home the Sustainable Eco-Fashion Award was Harl Taylor BAG.
The Culture and Fashion Award which was won by David
Rolle from the House of Raphelita and the coveted NextGen Designer award was
given to Grand Bahama native, Courtney McIntosh, who could not contain her
excitement after winning the award.
About the Show
Endorsed from its inception in 2008 by the United
Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), Islands of
the World Fashion Showcase (formerly Islands of the World Fashion Week) has
been successful in fulfilling its mandate of promoting island designers from
around the world and exposing them to international media and buyers. It is
also mandated to expose its audience to four underlying themes affecting
small-island states today - cultural diversity, the environment and climate
change, poverty alleviation and the education of youth on HIV/AIDS.
The two-day event highlights international
designers each season. The event in May focuses on designer resort, sports and
swim wear and accessories while November features designer couture,
prêt-a-porter and casual wear and accessories.
Designers will vie for several awards including the
NextGen Designer, Sustainable Eco-Fashion, Culture & Fashion, the Jackson
Burnside III Fashion & Design Award and the Seals of Excellence.
For more information about the event contact Vanessa
Clarke or emailpress@Islandsfashionweek.com or call 242.601.3633 or 242.424.2345.
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