Editor’s Note Style to beguile the fashionophile. Do enjoy and have a fresh summer. Hermina Charlery Editor
Publisher – Vivian-Anne Gittens (246) 430-5425 EDITORIAL Publication Editor – Hermina Charlery (246) 430-5513 Design and Layout – Imageworx: Paul Bailey Photographer – Jaryd Niles-Morris Fashion Consultants – Ministry of Style (Rhaj Paul Whitehead & Kashia Paul) ADVERTISING Advertising Manager – Paulette Jones (246) 430-5412 SALES EXECUTIVES Kelly Johnally (246) 430-5515 Rohnelle Primus (246) 430-5579 CIRCULATION Circulation Executive – Goldburn Weekes (246) 430-5501 MARKETING Marketing Manager – Valerie Hope PRINTERS Printweb Caribbean Ltd (246) 434-6719 / (246) 467-2895 COVER CREDITS: Model – Jalicia Nightengale Make-up – Lia Gajadhar Hair – Cagney Taitt Dress & Accessories– Pulze Location-Priva Barbados PAGE 4 CREDITS Paul Wilson (Irie One) Mikul Elcock (Movement Sk8 Team)
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One-suit Wonder Jumpsuits are back and they come in glamorously polished styles for every occasion. The ultrachic piece easily transitions from day to night with the simple switch of footwear or the added sparkle of a few jewels. Add some panache to a formal evening with darker colours and a femme fatale shade of lipstick. Keep accessories to a well chosen minimum; a statement shoe and necklace with chunky bracelets will do for this look.
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Available at Pulze
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Available at Redd Boutique
Available at Pulze
Street Glam This summer’s fashion palette is bursting with pastel hues that could make you want to get lost in Candyland. Add one pastel piece to an otherwise simple outfit for a lip-smacking effect or go glam by pairing pastels with . . . more pastels. Available at Intermix
All dressed up!
Available at The Hub Shopping by the Bay
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Floral Vision
From ice-cream pastels to perky peplum and radiant lustre to exotic prints, dress styles come bearing options for every age and all occasions.
This season is brimming with gorgeous feminine floral prints. Nail the look with this chic dress which nips in the waist and features a feminine and flirty flounce.
Available at Intermix
Available at Redd Boutique
Available at Harmony
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Skirting theIssue Stand out from the crowd with asymetrical hemlines and lots of leg. From femme fatale dresses to flirty skirts and breezy shirts, this fun trend will instantly make any look edgier.
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Available at Redd Boutique
Available at Redd Boutique
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Available at The Hub Shopping by the Bay Available at Pulze
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Available at Intermix Available at The Hub Shopping by the Bay
Another big trend to try is wearing unusual colours together. Two-tone pieces come in combinations from black and brown to bright pink and orange. Clash wonderfully in this effortlessly sophisticated and glam ensemble.
Available at Pulze Available at Harmony
Available at Harmony
Available at Intermix
PLEATS ME
Available at Redd Boutique
Available at Redd Boutique
From elegantly folded maxi-skirts and dresses to flirty rompers and minis in shapes that skim, flow or fall away from the body, pleated pieces evoke images of Grecian beauties. Accentuate curves with a belt worn high and pump up the swish and sweep factor with heels.
Laser Hair Removal
Available at Intermix
Show off your legs this dress season with laser hair removal, the answer for permanent removal of unwanted body hair.
Available at Structure
Available at Singular Medical
Available at Harmony
Black Up Cream-To-Powder Make-up Available at Cave Shepherd
Chunky Bracelets Available at The Hub Shopping by The Bay
Bold Statements A statement piece is a must this summer.
Cocktail Rings Available at Wigs Plus
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Get the best out of summer 2012 with Stylewise’s must-have guide.
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Cropped Blazers and Boyfriend Jackets
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Paisley Baby This classic pattern is a must this season- any piece in the design is sultry and totally feminine. Be it elegant, sophisticated or boho chic, there is a style for everyone. Available at Intermix
Frugal Fashionista Belts are an inexpensive way to add texture and style to your look. Choose one with “dressy” details like a bow closer or a patent finish for a sleek and simple look. Keep other accessories understated for a clean and polished appearance.
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Take a shortcut to looking great by investing in a cropped jacket or two. These are hands down the most versatile trend this summer. They can be worn over dresses, pants, shorts or skirts to add a resort flair. Available at Intermix
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Trends are also available in plus sizes for big and beautiful fashionistas. Available at Structure Plus
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Sun Hat Protect your skin while staying chic with a wide-brim sun hat.
SHORTS SEASON Unlike the last few years of thong-baring waistbands, shorts styles this season are more comfortable and ladylike. A pair of boyish long shorts (knee toppers), sexy short shorts and cutesy high-waists are all summer wardrobe musts.
Knee Toppers
Available at Harmony
Knee
Available at Structure
stard
Available at Structure
Beach Vibe Available at The Hub Shopping by the Bay
Available at The Hub Shopping by the Bay
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Knee toppers should fit straight, not tight, and may be paired with feminine tops, flip flops and lots of bangles for a boho look. Try cuffed styles for a tailored and chic appeal.
Toppers
Seeing Mustard
Available at The Hub Shopping by the Bay
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Skate Fashion Forward
You don’t need to know how to kickflip to be trendy this summer. Indeed, laidback, hipster fashion has gone from underground to mainstream. Home grown unisex tees stamp “Bajan” on this irie culture, to give anyone a unique voice as they get on board this summer, no skateboard necessary.
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Martin Clarke Movement Sk8 Team
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Tee - New Barbados (EVOLVE) Pants - River ISland (Republic 21) Snapback - 10 Deep (Swagga) Watch - Nooka (Swagga)
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Tee - Irie World (MIN of STYLE) Shorts - Billabong (Cave Shepherd) Trucker Cap - Quiksilver (Cave Shepherd) Watch - Nooka (Redd Boutique)
Tee- EV Classic (EVOLVE) Jeans - (Cave Shepherd) Snapback - (Scott’s Gold)
Simon Joosten Irie One
Tee - Theart Monkey (EVOLVE) Pants - River Island (Republic 21) Tank - (STOOPID FRESH) Snapback - (Scott’s Gold) Jeans - (Pulze) Watch - Nooka (Redd) Anna Standard
Luke Shepherd Irie One
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Tee - (Lab Kidz) Jeans - Hummer Denim (Cave Shepherd) Watch - Nooka (Swagga) Snapback - Swagga
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Available at Swagga Galleria Mall opp. Cave Shepherd Tel: 824-7207 Available at Swagga
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Primary’ S Cool B. Smarten up and sharpen up your casual by balancing your primary colours with a crisp, white, tailored button-down on top. Whether you finish off with flip flops, trainers or docks, clean is how you keep your fly on this summer. Available at Swagga
Urban Guerrilla A. If ya feeling a bit rugged this summer, throw on a pair of tan kicks with this earthtoned get-up and get on up!
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Available at Swagga
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Available at Redd Boutique
Chill for da Grill Sun on blast is the order of the day, so accessorize to keep ya eyes easy and ya head cool. “Stash ya cash� with a secure zip-wallet in cool patterns and fabrics other than leather. Pop still rocks the wrist as watch brands keep it bold and beaming! Beads are banging too, so whether on ya neck or ya arm, they add a bit of roots to keep ya grounded while ya stay fly.
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Easy Breezy C. When you hit the surf or touch the street, beat the heat in any of these easy-breezy looks. Bolds and brights, solids and stripes pair up effortlessly to keep you cool on the move C
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Available at Republic 21
Available at Redd Boutique
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Pop it Out E. Girl graphics are here and hitting harder than rocks. Pop out the crowd with beauties on ya chest and swag to spare if you dare!
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Available at Redd Boutique
Available at Republic 21
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Fresh Prints
Available at Republic 21 Lantern at Hastings Tel: 271-1915
D. Add a little Aztec to the prints for an ancient-now-modern graphic hit.
Available at Republic 21
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Available at Republic 21 Available at Redd Boutique
Dockside Pair up wid some classics and all is well with your sole.
Available at Republic 21
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Available at Republic 21
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Well Heeled
A towering trend is strutting across this island in the form of skyscraper heels, transforming this summer to the extreme. Fashion extremists, get your lift with any of these styles.
Colour-Happy Espadrilles
Available at Redd Boutique
Available at Structure
Available at Wigs Plus
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Attract Prints Charming
Available at Intermix
Available at Structure
Patent Leathers Available at Intermix
Available at Intermix
appy H r u Colo es l l i r d a p Es
Available at Redd Boutique
Available at Pulze
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Rude Nudes
Available at Intermix
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Available at Structure
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Flat-out choice For all you fashion-savvy ladies with flat-soled needs - cute, flirty, sexy or edgy – summer comes chock-full of styles that will surely get your feet the attention they deserve.
Pastel Ballerina Available at Structure
Street Chic Available at Structure
Happy Feet
Available at Wigs Plus
Cheer up your digits with neon hues.
Diamond Deity
Available at Intermix
Available at Wigs Plus
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Pastel is for Ladies Available at Wigs Plus
Available at Tech 4 Less Available at Pulze
Get A Handle
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Punchy Colours Available at Intermix Available at Hub Shopping by the Bay
Summer is boldly and brightly shining in and what better excuse do you need to buy a new handbag? That’s why Stylewise has rounded up the key looks for the season and some trendy accessories too. iPad, therefore I Am Available at Tech 4 Less
The Black & White of It Available at Wigs Plus
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