On Tuesday night (Nov 27th
) fashion filled the air in Kingston Jamaica at the launch of Keneea Linton
new spring /summer collection.
As a designer Keneea is committed to the advancement of the local
fashion industry through the Designer
Guild (a nonprofit organization aimed at making the local
fashion industry more competitive), as well as through Mission Catwalk, a reality
series aimed at discovering and supporting fashion designers from across the
Caribbean.
Upon arrival at the Courtleigh Auditorium guests
were stunned by the beautiful and classy décor, who had their mouths opened throughout the cocktail hour.
One guest described it as “awe inspiring”.
The intimate setting paved the way to a much anticipated show; and the
show did go on!
With 22 spectacular pieces, Keneea Linton satisfied her
guest and left them amazed beyond comparison.
There was no miss leading by her theme “Lady in Red”
as she showcased beautiful artwork in the form of fashion . This was nothing
new to Keneea as she has had collections presented at Caribbean Fashion Week,
Island Couture in Miami International Fashion Week. Fashion for Charity in
Soho, New York . She is the first Jamaican designer to be featured in Brooklyn
fashion week in New York.
Since her launch in 2005 Keneea has produced wardrobes
for both Miss Jamaica Universe and Miss
Jamaica World.
At the end of the fashion show guest were truly in
love with the collection and the designer creative use of lace and leather.
The models worked the runway rocking the beautiful
design, but the end a full figured model who captivated the audience stole the
show in the end .
Keneea's pieces are available in selected stores
islandwide and on her website: www.keneealinton.com
Keneea
Linton 2013 Spring Summer Collection
CEM Lifestyle Writer