Inspired by her Caribbean heritage, South Florida based designer Erica Appleby designs celebrate bold colors, intricate beading, and textures. Introduced to sewing at just four years old by her mother, she transformed a childhood fascination into a thriving career rooted in intention and artistry. After spending years in the demanding world of fast fashion, she made a … [Read more...] about How Erica Appleby is Stitching Heritage into the Future of Fashion
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Style & Vibes Podcast Ep.87 – Building The House of D’Marsh
Glenroy March aka D’Marsh, Jamaican-born New York based fashion designer, tastemaker and chief couturier of the revered design brand, House of D’Marsh has been driving creative conversations in the fashion industry for almost two decades. In this episode we discuss D’Marsh’s career from grade school in Jamaica to teaching master classes in Ghana during the pandemic. He shares … [Read more...] about Style & Vibes Podcast Ep.87 – Building The House of D’Marsh
Bene Caribe Launches New Website
BENE CARIBE means Good for the Caribbean. A vibrant presentation of the Caribbean aesthetic, but also eco-conscious. A collection of dresses, tops, rompers and more, BENE CARIBE makes pieces in the Caribbean and U.S. for women. BENE CARIBE recently launched their new online shop, with international shipping. Check out a few pieces from their latest! … [Read more...] about Bene Caribe Launches New Website
Celebrating the Life & Work of Dexter “3D” Pottinger
The Caribbean community has lost an unrealized fashion icon. Dexter "3D" Pottinger was a former model turned stylist, designer and creative consultant for many Caribbean entertainers and personalities. Well known for his amazing style, warm heart, and hard work ethic. Dexter was also an activist for the JFLAG organization. Many of his friends are mourning his loss and … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Life & Work of Dexter “3D” Pottinger
Style & Vibes with Syn Clarke of Irie Jam Media Group
Style & Vibes video interviews is something I’ve wanted to do for a long time! It’s been a long time coming, but I want to have a least one video a month. I’ve had the pleasure of meeting and working with some pretty amazing people behind the scenes of some of your favorite brands and businesses. For our first official episode, I interviewed Syntyche’ “Syn” … [Read more...] about Style & Vibes with Syn Clarke of Irie Jam Media Group