News : Ministry of Tourism Updates
Bahamas Wedding Industry Featured in Bridal Show in Atlanta, Georgia - Nov 19, 2015 - 12:29:20 AM

ATLANTA, Georgia  - Several destination wedding and honeymoon suppliers from the Islands of The Bahamas were featured during the Ministry of Tourism’s (MOT) launched of its Romance Circuit Signature Bridal Show, in Atlanta, Georgia.

Freda Malcolm, Director of Romance, at the MOT said, “Because of The Bahamas’ unparalleled diversity of its multi islands chain, and its romantic and natural beauty, The Bahamas has become of the most sought after destinations for weddings and honeymoons in the Caribbean...

Columns : Style Drama - Edward Quan
Fashion beat of an electronic generation - Nov 12, 2015 - 9:55:22 PM

Inspired by her own generation, Seven Crash is a fashion line that crosses over classic and edgy, urban and fresh. An amazing imaginative print collection introduced to me by Taipei fashion designer Enchi Shen at Vancouver Fashion Week.

On the runway was her Resort 2016 collection, which encompasses unique patterns and a lively flower design to celebrate the beginning of a New Year.

“My spring collection is all about the electronic generation,” says Enchi Shen. Using electric charged colors on a palate of black and white, she incorporates cultural street style – past and future - into each collection...

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Bahamian fashion stylist launches "Fashion Beats Cancer" - Nov 9, 2015 - 12:04:14 PM

Nassau, Bahamas - With a desire to bring awareness to women and families that have lost loved ones to cancer, and to support those that are still in the fight, young Bahamian stylist, Shannon Collie  will be hosting a charity fashion show with the Cancer Society of The Bahamas called "Fashion Beats Cancer" on November 14th, 2015 at Mario's Bowling and Entertainment Palace at 7pm.

Collie, a recent graduate of the JSSA Fashion Styling course said he's lost two family members to cancer in the past two years. "This disease has opened the eyes of my  family and friends," he said... 

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Cardell McClam to show Fall / Winter Collection, "Let is Snow in the Islands" - Nov 6, 2015 - 5:10:00 PM

Nassau, Bahamas - Under the theme, "Let it Snow in the Islands," Bahamian designer Cardell McClam will showcase his  Fall/Winter 016 Collection on November 15th at the Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts.

Fashionistas can expect to see the latest Cardell McClam jackets, blazers, cocktail dresses, gowns suits, blouses and skirts in jewel tones. sparkling blue, dark knight, platinum and plumberry. In total there will be 25 looks for males and females.
 
McClam said he's taken a minimalistic prospective for this collection. "It is monochromatic. In a world that is fast pace, it is great to have silence..."

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'World Fashion' helps developing nations - Nov 3, 2015 - 11:31:58 AM

Throughout the developed world African nationals are racing to build sustainable marketplaces for independent designers of Afro-centric inspired fashions. Numerous African inspired Fashion Week events have emerged throughout three major continents. North America, Western Europe and West Africa. Setting the pulse for this movement is the World Fashion Organization's agenda to develop wealth creation and eventually free African societies from a dependency on world aid.

The ambitions of WFO is to foster fashion as a vocation; and further the development of 'World Fashion' by helping developing nations improve intercontinental trade. Overall, WFO aims to create a global market place for emerging fashion brands under the theme "We Fashion All"...

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Bahamas' David Rolle returns to Mission Catwalk - Sep 18, 2015 - 1:52:56 PM

We've been following Bahamian fashion designer, David Rolle's career now since we first saw him at Islands of the World Fashion Week. We are excited to announce that Rolle is heading back to Jamaica for Mission Catwalk, and this time for their All-star series!

The hit regional series first featured the designer in season 3 back in 2013, where he placed second in the overall competition. David is the founder of House of Raphelita, an evolving Bahamian fashion brand with hopes of one day becoming a lifestyle brand. Raphelita embodies an island allure that never compromises for international appeal...

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High Fashion Fantasy event to feature designs by Brynda Knowles - Aug 28, 2015 - 1:20:03 AM

Nassau, Bahamas - You are invited to see the latest dresses from Debonaire Boutique and Summer 2015 fashions from Bahamian designer, Brynda Knowles at High Fashion Fantasy, to be held Sunday, September 12th starting at 6pm at the Towne Hotel in Nassau.

Special guest, Supermodel of the Bahamas Misty Thompson, and featuring performances by Supertalent of the Bahamas, Sanches.

Get your tickets now at the Towne Hotel...

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Dolce & Gabbana Alta Mode: Where dreams do come true - Jul 30, 2015 - 9:44:06 PM

The world’s uber rich descended on the picturesque seaside town of Portofino Italy recently for Dolce & Gabbana’s Alta Moda, the ultimate surreal couture fantasy of the season.

Inspired by Shakespeare's play A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Dolce & Gabbana invited three hundred billionaires and a few millionaires to four days of fashion parties held at their private cliff side villas.

Speaking with a colleague in attendance who asked to remain anonymous, invitations to this exclusive men's and women's couture event held twice yearly are for their most exclusive clients.

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Bahari Launches Summer 2015 Collection - Jun 22, 2015 - 1:21:55 PM

Freeport, BAHAMAS - Rising Bahamian Brand, BAHARI, has released their highly anticipated Summer 2015 Collection to rave online reviews. Since their launch in June 2014, the popular Bahamian clothing brand has quickly amassed an avid customer base, both domestically and internationally, with a strong online customer base in Australia, Canada and Europe. The significant increase in international sales and awareness is attributed to online mega retailer Karmaloop. The multi-million dollar online retailer signed a distribution deal with BAHARI in November of 2014.

BAHARI’s Summer 2015 Collection expands the brand’s product offerings further by including swimwear and polo’s, in addition to the dresses and t-shirts that the brand has become known for...

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First Caribbean fashion show to be held during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Amsterdam - Apr 30, 2015 - 7:00:34 PM

Amsterdam – For the first time a Caribbean fashion show will take place during the summer edition of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Amsterdam (MBFWA) on Saturday the 11th of July 2015.

It will be all about Caribbean fashion and entertainment in the ‘Gashouder’ at the Westergasfabriek in Amsterdam, for one whole hour. Six designers in the mid- and high segment will be showing their collection, both clothing and accessories, to Dutch fashionistas and international guests...

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Saint Lucia’s Third Annual HOT Couture Hits the Runway on May 6 - Apr 16, 2015 - 2:59:02 AM

Saint Lucia  – Back with a stylish bang this year, Saint Lucia’s third edition of HOT Couture will once again prove why the event has already built a reputation around the region as the runway show with a difference. Again, Mae Wayne and Adrian Augier have come together and presented a vision and theme for this popular fashion spectacle at the Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival.

Once again, the Johnsons Centre in Rodney Bay will be the venue for an avant guarde production the details of which are a well-kept secret. Already, activity behind the scenes has amped up with model castings held in the north and south of the island for the last week...

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Fashion For A Cause jumps into Street Wear - Apr 3, 2015 - 1:22:17 PM

Nassau, Bahamas - This year's installment of Fashion For A Cause on March 29th brought together Bahamian designers, clothing stores, stylists, makeup and hairstylists focused on street wear for 2015 spring / summer. Held at Ibiza nightclub the event featured fashion forward brands for one 'CAUSE', to raise funds for The Bahamas AIDS Foundation and their continuous effort to bring awareness to all Bahamians. 

This year's designers were Keywonah Beneby - The Monarchy Collection; David Rolle; Harl Taylor BAG,  Sports Center - Street Wear Collection; and Parke & Ronen - Spring Collection...

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Bahamian male models to be featured in 'Xzotica' fashion show - Mar 21, 2015 - 1:32:34 PM

Nassau, Bahamas - The first annual Xzotica will feature the best of male models from The Bahamas on Sunday, March 22nd at Sur Club Sushi Bar & Grill. The all male men's review will feature fashions from Lux Men's Warehouse.

The event is organized by Supermodel of the Bahamas founder, Oilinsha Coakley, who's put the event together together to further support and enhance the Bahamas' male fashion model scene. "I've called the show Xzotica which was inspired by the exotic look Bahamians possess," said Coakley.

"We have some amazing male models in The Bahamas. I encourage everyone to come out and see them on the runway...

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Vancouver Fashion Week celebrates its 25th season - Mar 17, 2015 - 12:56:37 PM

Vancouver Fashion Week opened on March 16th to showcase the Fall Winter 2015 season, and over 50 models hit the runway during the gala opening event held at the Queen Elizabeth Plaza, as the audience got a sneak peek on what the next 6 days will have in store.

VFW has grown over the years, and is now in its 25th season. It's been a pinnacle event for emerging designers, not only in Canada but for designers around the world.

A statement was read from the Prime Minister of Canada, Stephen Harper as well as a video clip of Vancouver's mayor...

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Fashion For A Cause returns with focus on street wear for spring / summer - Mar 15, 2015 - 10:14:43 PM

Nassau, Bahamas - Fashion For A Cause will bring together designers, clothing stores, stylists, makeup and hairstylists, and all fashion forward brands for one 'CAUSE', for one night of Fashion.  Featuring a new venue - the Ibiza nightclub, Fashion For A Cause (FFC) will be held on March 29th with a cocktail hour starting at 3:30pm featuring entertainment by Canadian Idol runner up Gary Beals.

The street wear focused 2015 spring / summer show will give designers the opportunity to display a 12 - 15 piece collection and through the ongoing partnership with The Bahamas AIDS Foundation, signature pieces from previous Red Dress Soiree events will also hit the runway.

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Connally McDougall returns to Vancouver Fashion Week - Mar 4, 2015 - 1:21:57 PM

Vancouver Fashion Week takes place in west coast Canada from March 16th through 22nd at Queen Elizabeth Plaza. The seven day event will feature Fall/Winter 2015 collections from Canadian and international designers.

Canadian designer Connally McDougall, a VFW favourite will be returning for a third season. Her line encompasses ready-to-wear couture as well as accessories, active and intimate apparel. Each design is produced by hand using traditional atelier techniques, luxury fabrics and with the utmost attention to quality.

After honing her skills with private clients, her first collection was featured in Vancouver Fashion Week with great success...

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Vancouver Fashion Week FW15 to open on March 16th - Feb 23, 2015 - 7:19:47 PM

CANADA - Vancouver Fashion Week will be returning for its 25"‘ consecutive season next month from Monday, 16th to Sunday, 22nd of March returning to its downtown venue at Queen Elizabeth Plaza. The seven day event will launch Fall/Winter 2015 collections from designers from across the globe and will feature Canada's most exciting talent.

The Opening Gala, on Monday 16"‘ March, will kick-start the week of showcase events, presenting the creative talents of over 30 designers from all over the world...

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Designer Javotte Bethel honours Bahamian women through fashion explosion - Jan 2, 2015 - 3:52:14 PM

Nassau, Bahamas - On December 21st Javotte House of Couture and Events of a Lifetime put on an inspiring event  to honour 10 distinguished Bahamian women at the Melia ballroom.  The red carpet entrance with a step-and-repeat backdrop transported those arriving to what could have been the New York or Paris fashion scene as photos were snapped for posterity.

Supporters from all sectors of Bahamian society were out in their fashion finest. The theme of the inaugural evening was celebrating the Legacy of Bahamian women, which carried throughout the entire fashion show that followed. The voice of radio personality, Stacy Marshall led audience through the various transitions of the evening. Special tribute was given to the ten female honourees...

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Bahari signs distribution deal with multi-million dollar online retailer - Dec 10, 2014 - 12:55:16 PM

Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - New kid on the block on the Bahamian fashion scene, BAHARI, is already making waves on the international scene. Designers of the now iconic Independence t-shirts that hit the country by storm back in July, recently unveiled their new Fall collection featuring shirts, dresses and rompers with Bahamian emblems and symbols in stunningly regal colours. This full ensemble of limited edition men’s and ladies wear has been well-received by local consumers and has also caught the attention of the multi-million dollar online retailer, Karmaloop©.

Specializing in streetwear e-commerce, Karmaloop is a multi-platform web retailer, community style and media company. Their family of sites include online retailer, Karmaloop, internet television station Karmaloop TV...

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Hardour Collection releases "The Grand Life" costumes for Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival - Dec 10, 2014 - 11:02:00 AM

Freeport, The Bahamas - On November 28th, Grand Bahama Island held the Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival launch at Port Lucaya Count Basie Square. The Grand Bahama Junkanoo Carnival Company unveiled its eight prototype costumes and two signature pieces under its 'The Grand Life' theme in runway fashion on the stage.

The Hardour Collection, owned and operated by Anthea Bullard was one of the costume designers.

"I was invited to work with the Immerse Bahamas Team to bring a couture designer's touch to the Bahamas carnival costumes for Grand Bahama," said Bullard.  The theme, "The Grand Life" is what Hardour Collection embodies so I was compelled to get involved...