Port-au-Prince, HAITI - The capital of Port-au-Prince played host to the country's first fashion week when the inaugural Haiti Fashion Week took place over four days from November 8th through 11th. Over 30 designers showcased including David André, Fahimy Hakim, Maguy Durcé, Miko Guillaume and Phelicia Dell. "Haiti Fashion Week 2012" was funded by the Ministry of Culture through the European Programme of Support to Strengthen Culture and Art for the Economic...

Emerging fashion designer wins 'Harl Taylor' Award

Kishanna Sands (left) receives her award from Owen Bethel, founder of the Islands of the World Fashion Showcase.

The clothing line that captured the eye of every fashionista in this year's Fash|Art competition was that of emerging designer Kishanna Sands. She debuted her “Port of Paradise” designs on the Fash|Art catwalk on November 3rd.

Kishanna captured the coveted “Fashion Next: Harl Taylor Emerging Fashion Designer” award, beating out four other contestants at the showcase of new Bahamian talent in the world of fashion and art.

The line was described as “fun and full of life”, by one event patron, who said it was fit for a person with a “very daring personality”. Others said they could imagine Nicki Minaj sporting some of the designs.

“When I saw her work, I saw NY Fashion week on the runway. I don’t know her personally but I can see she is very talented and I say 'keep up the good work.' I feel like there are a lot of people in The Bahamas with talent like this, but they keep it to themselves. What good is a talent if only you know you have it? Thank God for organisations like Fash|Art that bring out the drive in these young artist,” said Janelle, a patron.

Kishanna said she was “overwhelmed” by the win, considering Fash|Art was her first competition. She said, “At first I got a little bit nervous when I saw some of the other designer pieces because they were nice, but I just had to stay confident and be secure in my work and what I had to offer. And in the end, all of my hard work and sleepless nights paid off,” said Kishanna, who incorporated her own personal flare into the Port of Paradise designs.

Inaugural winner of Manhunt International Bahamas, Drew Palacious of Grand Bahama Island is riding high in Bangkok, Thailand as activities have been underway for him and 50 other international competitors from around the world.

From the start popular pageants websites pegged Drew as an obvious serious contender and since then he's been prominently feature online as a favourite to win or place in the top 3! The competition, Manhunt International completes on Friday, October 9th and The Bahamas Weekly wishes Drew all the best at the competition comes...

Nassau, Bahamas -- The range of colours of the topaz gemstone are limitless and diverse, from clear white to mystic blue. If there were an explosion of the many shades of topaz, you would see the rainbow: white, yellow, orange, blue, pink, brown, green and many more shades of topaz.

Explosions don't just happen. There is always a reason for an explosion, be it natural or other. On November 18, 2012, there will be an explosion of topaz for a most worthy cause.   Under the theme, "Explosion of Topaz" the 2012/2013 Heart Ball Committee will jumpstart their fundraising activities and host their 7th Annual Tea Party & Fashion Show, in aid of The Sir Victor Sassoon (Bahamas) Heart Foundation.

It is anticipated that this event will be fun filled and packed with fashion, food, entertainment and excitement. This year, there will be more for the guests absorb, as they get ready for the holiday and holiday trends. The Fashion Show and Tea party will be held on Sunday, November 18, 2012 from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm on the balcony, upper level of The Government House.

Tantalizing and aromatic teas will be provided by Beth's Kitchen, Island Passion Tea Ltd and Twining Tea. Beth's Kitchen will provide native bush teas and treats that are often remembered from days gone by. There will also be an assortment treats. There will be a pre-tea art exhibit from 2:00 pm until 2:30 pm featuring art work by Rick Carey and jewelry by Nadia Campbell.