I spent my youth surrounded by water and mythical stories, even if they weren't always told out loud. In Cayman, pirate history lingers quietly along the coastline, in the names of places, in the feeling that something unruly once passed through. And in Jamaica the land feels charged with mysticism, with a spirituality that seeps into everything. When I was 12 I started working in a bookstore - filling the shelves, sweeping and reading.
There's a shop next door that sells jade, pendants and amulets hand carved to ward off illness and harm. Upstairs, Scott has similar ideas on her mind while preparing her first ever catwalk show, after four years of presentations that evoked her rich universe. It's netted her accolades - international attention and two CFDA awards - one for Emerging Designer in 2023 and the second, last year, for Womenswear Designer of the Year, the most prestigious award on the roster.
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Rachel Montague embodies the evolution of the multidisciplinary performer in today's entertainment industry, successfully merging her skills as a model, dancer, actor, and fashion designer.
In a bold and striking display, PLATTE Berlin brought together ten outstanding graduates from various classes, each with a unique vision and style. The atmosphere was electric as an audience of 500 guests gathered to celebrate the impressive collections designed by these talented students.
Helen Anthony's FW25 collection showcases a maximalist menswear approach that blends high craftsmanship with bold designs, merging influences of culture and sustainability.