KIDSPIRATION

Kidspiration

By Kristina Neil

Solae and Sahai Panton

After meeting Solae and Sahai Panton, I’ve decided that a more stylish pairs of sisters has yet to emerge. They are 8 and 9 years old, so how is it possible for them to even know style, you ask? Well, the chips don’t fall far from the block, and further reiterating one of my fundamental beliefs that children live what they learn. Their mother Aiesha is an artiste who sees life through style-infused lens. “My girls are true thinkers who don’t depend on outside opinions to form theirs. They take their cues from the little things and the big things around them and filter them with a unique mix of brighteyed optimism and unadulterated genius of a child. I love that about them. They are among my greatest teachers!” Solae and Sahai are a dynamic duo clearly demonstrating that artistic expression not just an act, but a way of life. They have been styling their dolls and themselves with pieces from their mother’s wardrobe since they were 2 and 3. Now even before they enter double digits Solae and Sahai are ready to launch SolSai, their first clothing line. Their collection #hashtag hits the runway with whimsical and edgy clothing for the rocker in every kid!

Raina Vaz

8-year-old Raina Vaz, the creative force behind Diva Designs by Raina always knew she had a passion for ‘anything fashion’. From make-up to wardrobe and styling, she never missed the opportunity to give her friends and family styling tips. But there is a root; Raina’s grandmother was once a belle in Jamaica’s fashion industry. If you’ve ever heard of Soni Vaz, then you would know one of the sources of Raina’s artistic and entrepreneurial influence. With her degree in hand from New York’s established Fashion Institute of Technology, Sonia Vaz built an empire on beautiful Jamaican swimwear and was even featured in a Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue. So with her collection Diva Designs by Raina, Raina is ready to show Caribbean children just how stylish they can be for any occasion! Island Child Style is gearing up to fill a longstanding gap in the children’s fashion industry by hosting this event designed specifically for kids. With several fashion designers launching their children’s collections on the runway, Island Child Style will revolutionize the way we see fashion. Embarking on the journey of the very first children’s runway event, Island Child Style takes kid designers Solae and Sahai Panton and Raina Vaz along for the ride. Both SolSai and Diva Designs by Raina are excited to bring their own brand of sass and flair to the world of children’s fashion!