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Published:Saturday | June 26, 2010 | 12:00 AM
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Kirsten Roach (left) and Jenée Stephens aren't shy to play with colours.
Dwayne Nesbeth takes time out to restore his equilibrium.
Stylish couple Aliecia Sankey and Robin Small show some love for our camera.
Gladiator sandals and a bold gold cuff make Samara Martin's daytime look really stand out.
Sharona James sure kept dry under her fedora during the rain.
Seasoned partygoer Omari Virtue looks pleased at the turnout for his summertime rave.
Shane Graham channels San Tropez chic.
Tiffany Wong (left) and Samantha Brandt certainly do party wear justice.
(From left) Birthday girl Toni-Ann Henry spends her big night at Equilibrium with fellow fashionistas Jordanne Ebanks, Ashleigh Gardner and Jeanelle Fernandes.
Deejay Elephant Man has his party cup full at Day Rave.
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Kimberly Salmon, Gleaner Writer

The declaration of a state of emergency in parts of Kingston might have resulted in the inopportune postponement of the Equilibrium Day Rave back in May but for veteran promoter and Virtue Events frontman, Omari Virtue, the crowd at the party held on Sunday, June 20 was more than enough conciliation.

Hundreds of dapper patrons made the unbeaten trek to Stony Hill's new premier venue, The Ridge, in search of sheer emotional release, which Equilibrium unequivocally offered up at post-recession friendly prices.

The venue was wonderfully outfitted with a make-up booth, provided by Gabriella's Cosmetics, and colourful tents which came in handy during the brief stint of rain - a downpour most patrons barely seemed to notice as it surely didn't dampen the vibe at sundown.

Of course, the ravers came out for the music, and with heavyweights like FAME FM's Kurt Riley, ZJ Liquid, ZJ Chrome and Darkcide, the task at hand was made easy for the promoter. The turntables made the journey through the ages and genres with smooth transition.

In-between sets, patrons kept their cups and plates full and running over, as they were treated to ultra-inclusive Kirov Vodka mixology bars and food provided by Friday's.

Saturday Life gives you a glimpse of what went down.