NASSAU, Bahamas -- Ashley Smith is experiencing an adrenaline rush as time draws nigh for the Miss Bahamas Organization's (MBO) Top Model competition, of which she will be vying for the Top Designer award.
This student of style will be among 15 fashion design students and alum of The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institution (BTVI), who have been designing and creating avante garde pieces for contestants to model during the show dubbed, 'Fashion in the Sky.' The competition will be held on August 16th in the Sky Bahamas hanger.
This year's theme for the Miss Bahamas pageants (Miss World Bahamas, Miss Universe Bahamas and Miss Earth Bahamas) is 'Beauty by Nature.' Each contestant will be paired with a current or former BTVI student during one of the fashion show scenes. While there will be judges to find the top model among contestants, there will also be judges to find the top designs on the runway. A Top Designer winner, along with first and second runners-up will be chosen.
Ashley said she is nearing completion of the gown that has kept her awake during the wee hours of the morning.
"I love the theme, 'Beauty by Nature,' and the excitement it brings. I'm trying to maximize my creativity when it comes to the gown. My inspiration is peacocks. When people see this dress, I want them to see glitz and glamour," revealed Ashley.

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