So at the Caribbean Fashion Show a couple weeks here in Brooklyn, we were blessed with the presence of a lovely costume presentation from Orion's Belt with Natural Freaks for Miami Carnival. I automatically knew that I wanted to create an earring design for this costume.
I added sparkling gem at the top for a celestial effect and a mix of turquoise blue feathers to give a pop of color to the ears.
Like many mas players like myself, I always try to make a piece that still sings "Carnival" even when the head piece is off or you have a major back pack.
Please check out their section @ Carnival Info if you haven't signed up for a band and look out for more Carnival accessory inspirations tomorrow!
It's a lil chilly out there and I love love autumn colors with my blazer and jeans! So, here's a couple of Great things from Aye' Shanti!
Great thing #1:
With autumn here, and the trees changing colors, of course my designs will take a slight change of color as well. Check out some of these new "African Vibrations" Autumn inspired designs!
These earrings come in both a hook as well as button style!
I'm currently in Tabeel Boutique in Park Slope, so check it out!
Great thing #2:
For those who linked me for photos and video footage from the fashion show, here's a link a to my segment!
Please look out starting tomorrow for Miami Carnival Inspired jewelry from bands here in Brooklyn to Miami!!
Great thing #4:
I had the opportunity to showcase some Aye' Shanti Pieces at the Sol Natural Hair Show with hairstylist Shireen! The models looked amazing and the pieces just added a touch of Urban/Caribbean vibes!
So, look out for more photos and video from the show!
I literally did a two step back after seeing this window in the city!! I'm in love... This is where feathers and crystals come together and become my day-fantasy! Back to some carnival creations...
So, after some hard work for a couple of weeks, the fashion show was worth it. Made connections with lots of great Caribbean designers and some lovely clients. Now that I'm playing catch up, I'm organizing some jewelry inspiration ideas for Miami and Trinidad Carnival, some custom designs for OLD/NEW clients, and preparing to work on holiday orders! I'm so excited and thankfully took a week to get my energy back to normal!
Here are a few pieces from the runway:
Oh check out this video link from the Caribbean Fashion Show! My pieces can be found at 7:13 into the video, however, I suggest you look at them all!
I'm finally out of the studio but only for a few hours. I've been working so hard in adding the finishing touches to these incredible designs for the Caribbean Fashion Show Extravaganza that's happening in Brooklyn, NY this Saturday! The theme of my segment is all about the beach, the lime, the experience of the Caribbean. Lots of incredible colors, NEW designs, and just awesomeness!! I also, stopped by some mas camps and I'm so impressed with what I'm seeing, especially out the Fatal Angels Camp (I must say Sinfully Sweet is looking GREAT!!)
So here's a sneak peek out of the studio:
For tickets, please contact me at 347-400-8498!! Hope to see you there...
So I know I haven't posted for the last week and a half! After the wonderful feather sale, which was a success, I've been busy finishing up the creations for the fashion show and Carnival jewelry for Labor day , oh yea, and training for a 5k! MADNESS, but I love it!
Also, I'm finishing up some last minute Carnival jewelry for Labor Day! I may even make a piece for myself for the jouvert (IF I HAVE TIME) lol.
In the mean time, check out the Youtube: Caribbean Fashion video promo:
So come and check out some amazing Caribbean designers and link me up for tickets!
If you don't know, yesterday was the start of the FEATHER earrings SALE on Mango+Paper+Scissors shoppe! I'm selling some great pieces running from $5-$8 full of colors, styles, and designs... There very light and definitely earrings for my clients who love feather earrings but not the typical dramatic, long, and flowing pieces I usually create.
Look out tomorrow for some of these additional feather designs to be sold and are VERY VERY limited.
These we'll be used in the Caribbean Fashion show that's on September 3rd ... and I'm so excited to give you all a sneak peek! We had a long night finalizing things for the show and some fabulous models to work with! Tickets are available for purchase so I hope to see you there!
