Black is the ‘new black’…
Bathed in deep obsidian, our muse becomes a living canvas — every curve telling the story of an island’s heartbeat. From the jubilant swirl of Carnival feathers to the intricate grace of East Indian silks, from sun-worn denim to the romance of full lace skirts, she wears the Caribbean like a crown. Each piece, from designers near and far, dances together in a celebration of heritage, rhythm, and radiant rebellion.
Credits
Photographer | Laura Ferreira
Model | Shan Fernandez
Stylist | Babatu Sparrow
Hairstylist | Shamara Kayla McMillan
Makeup artist | Dillya Benjamin
Production Interns | Remi Blunden, Aayeesha Essue
Wardrobe details
Photo 1 – Chiffon and sequin jumpsuit by Claudia Pegus; chocolate pumps at Got Shooz; The Branch’s long wood link chain at The Gallery; Pallawi’s short ebony bead and gold link chain at The Gallery; carnival mask, stylist’s own; Kenneth Jay Lane’s tribal wooden cuff and bangles at The Gallery. Articulated wooden horses at The Gallery.
Photo 2 – Wine laced corset gown at Ilda’s Boutique; vintage denim jacket, stylist’s own; gold embroidered clutch at House of Jaipur; gold fascinator at Claudia Pegus; Rachel Ross’ coconut shell and bronze cuff at The Gallery; short beaded necklace at House of Jaipur; The Branch’s wood and stone necklace at The Gallery; silver rings at House of Jaipur.
Photo 3 – White lace wedding gown and satin sash, made to order, and black and white sequin top all by Meiling; black and white patterned shawl at House of Jaipur; silver cuff with floral detail, red coral cocktail ring, and silver and labradorite cocktail ring, all by Rachel Ross at The Gallery; black hat at Claudia Pegus.
Photo 4 – Black and white sequin skirt worn over Teal and fuchsia gold trimmed gown, both by Meiling; The Branch’s wood and silver beaded necklace at The Gallery; Kenneth Jay Lane’s wood and metal cuff at The Gallery; Pallawi’s resin and metal bangle at The Gallery; The Branch’s ebony ring with red gem, and wood ring, both at The Gallery; pink and lilac Principalities beaded feather headpiece by Fantasy Carnival.
Photo 5 – Ivory tulle skirt with gold and burgundy detail hem and beaded waist detail at House of Jaipur; cream tiered lace top at Mo Mosaique; sequin sash by Claudia Pegus; The Branch’s wood and silver spike earrings at The Gallery; beaded necklaces at House of Jaipur; red coral cocktail ring, and silver ring, both by Rachel Ross at The Gallery; red and black tulle fascinator at Claudia Pegus. Silver roosters at The Gallery.
Photo 6 – Black gown with jewelled neckline at Ilda’s Boutique; black tulle dress worn over gown at Mo Mosaique; silver and mother-of-pearl ring at House of Jaipur; The Branch’s ebony hoop earrings at The Gallery; gold fascinator, and black leather biker hat at Claudia Pegus. Vintage candelabra and lantern at The Gallery.