The Caribbean is not just famous for the all-year-round warm weather and beautiful tourist attractions, it is also known for its amazing style. In this article, we focus on five talented Caribbean designers you should know as a fashionable dresser.
Fiona Compton
This talented designer though based in the United Kingdom is from St. Lucia. She is not just a designer, she is a photographer who has put her skills into the design of a beautiful travel-friendly collection. She hand paints beautiful botanical motifs on the stretch knits. Her designs are African inspired. For more on her work click here.
Kristin Frazer
It was when Beyonce wore one of the bikinis she designed in 2014 that her career took off. Since then, the designer from the British Virgin Islands has blossomed beautifully with her Trefle brand. The collection is made up of men’s and women’s swimwear, kids’ clothing, and resort wear. She recently signed a deal with OtterBox to put her designs on cellphone cases. Visit her website for more of her designs.
Isy Obi
The beautiful designer from Grand Cayman Islands has a collection of casual clothing and flowy resort wear which are a perfect solution a woman who loves being cool in hot weather. Isy B is the first brand from the Caribbean to launch a high-class capsule collection on behalf of Evine. Check out her official website here.
Luis Antonio
He is one of the very few Puerto Rican designers who has taken part in the New York Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. The women of the island are known to be notorious fashionistas and Antonio is renowned for dressing them in dramatic, feminine, and body-conscious outfits. See more of his Mall of San Juan designs here.
Stella Nolasco
This bridal gown designer has produced some amazing designs for Puerto Rican brides as well as Eva Longoria and Beyonce. Her hand-stitched designs are romantic and ladylike, having an off-the-moment edginess. Check out her designs here.