With culinary delights on display and spirited mixes available for sipping pleasures, the contestants of the Hyundai Miss Universe Jamaica pageant said cheers to a great weekend when they were joined by their sponsor for the competition’s official...
The national colours were on full display last Sunday at the National Stadium in Kingston as attendees to the Grand Gala showed exactly how to represent your country by wearing the colours of the flag. The outfits were aplenty and Something Extra...
Sunday, August 6 marked the day of Jamaica’s independence and many took the liberty of celebrating in shades of black, gold, and green. Much like the occasion, Kalisse Kelly found it freeing to set her nine-to-five aside and pursue a more holistic...
The prevailing sentiment was actualisation and the dress code, cocktail attire, as Scotiabank and American Express announced the launch of their partnership and the introduction of the platinum AMEX cards. Guests sparkled and mingled as they...
Christina Webb was teaching at Edwin Allen High School in 2016 when she was introduced to the new chef, Romaine Davy. Asked by his mother to “look out for him” since he knew no one there, Romaine showed his gratitude by serving her love on every...
The Governor-General Independence Reception kickstarted Jamaica 61 national celebrations in fine style. Guests, adorned in the hues of the island’s flag and their own personal touches, gathered at King’s House for the prestigious ‘Emancipendence’...
WESTERN BUREAU: In the heart of Montego Bay’s Sangster International Airport, a long-cherished dream has come to life: Bob Marley’s One Love Restaurant. This remarkable establishment is the culmination of a journey that began more than 16 years ago...
Keisha Bailey grew up in a loving, extended family household. It took a village to raise her family and she enjoyed being in the company of cousins and aunties. But when she met her husband, Jermaine, he introduced her to a different side of living...
NCB feted a group of its private banking clients with an epicurean adventure in wines and pairings dubbed Wine Tales at the Jamaica Food and Drink Kitchen. Expertly led by wine specialist Deborah Taylor, the selections were just what the doctor...
For the now 21-year-old Leonie Thompson, her love affair with fashion began long before she ever knew how to characterise it. Ever the admirer of beautiful things, a pre-pubescent Thompson would observe the fashions of both her mother and pop...
From World Vibes to Mawnin’ After and Yush, patrons stuck to the dress code for this year’s Dream Weekend and put their own spin on the stipulations. Whether all-black, yellow or throwback pieces, Dreamers’ swimmies, coverups and resort wear hit...
She emerged on the fashion scene five years ago as a young and promising local designer. Since then, Melissa Moses has made quite a name for herself, creating classic, chic and unique pieces and customised bags for the modern woman. And today, the...
Coming around like clockwork, Kingston Creative has once again staged its monthly showcase, the Artwalk Festival. This time with the lens on fashion, patrons, both new and old, turned out on Water Lane in downtown Kingston to take in all the...
Luxury real estate brand, Jamaica Sotheby’s International Realty, hosted some of their valued clients for a private screening of the Barbie movie at Palace Multiplex in Montego Bay last Wednesday. The mostly Barbiecore-clad guests sipped on Aperol...
The late great Bob Marley sang it best, “ Emancipate yourself from mental slavery. None but ourselves can free our minds.” Christine Johns could relate all too well. When it came to appearances, she never felt comfortable in her own skin. Short in...
The Negril hip strip came alive for the opening night of Dream Weekend. The first event of the weekend, Celebrity Playground, got the weekend off to a smashing start as patrons, decked out in red, enjoyed the night’s proceedings. Held at Wavz Beach...
Organising a group date night with her partner in love, Colin Phillips, and a few of her close coupled-up friends, Celina Dixon was disappointed that the restaurant failed to meet their expectations. The occasion turned out to be the worst...
Commemorating the launch of their new atelier in downtown Kingston, Tribe Nine Studios launched the capsule collection Seven Miles. Inspired by the famous Negril white-sand stretch, the pieces showcased the uninhibited and effervescent nature of...
Joining the fight to rehabilitate the capital city, Tribe Nine Studios has moved its atelier to downtown Kingston. At the launch of the new space, founder and creative director of the local fashion house, Troy-Oraine Williamson, told The Sunday...
Scores of local and international associates and friends of retired chief executive officer of Carreras Limited, Marcus Steele, gathered at the poolside of the Spanish Court Hotel last Monday to celebrate his 50th birthday and his acceptance to the...
If there was one word that epitomises Yashi Hall, it would be agile. She has displayed this attribute in life, education and even her career. A passionate heart, with the purest soul is the true characterisation of Hall, who is the vice-president...
Despite being surrounded by plants for much of her everyday life, Yanique Quest never saw herself becoming a plant parent. It wasn’t until she received an orchid to console her for the passing of her grandmother in 2021 that she developed her...
It was a movie, both on screen and on the pink carpet. The dollies were out in stunning numbers at Carib 5 on Tuesday night for the local premiere of Barbie. But the event wasn’t all about the fantastic life in plastic. Proceeds from the pretty in...
If you know anything about Barbie, one fact remains true: she celebrates glitz and glam in all things pink. In keeping with her mantra, ‘You can be anything’, female patrons turned up in fine style at the local premiere of the movie at Carib 5 on...
Learning the responsibilities that came with caring for an animal was second nature to Abigail Pinnock. She grew up with every pet you could think of: a parrot, turtle, hamster, dog, rabbit, baby crocodile, and snake, and absolutely loved every...
