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March 28, 2024
Tian Francis of Tower 5 emerged in a sculptural progressive ensemble.
Tower 3 designs flaunting their ‘garbage style’.
Tower 2 design Shanice Slack gets attention with her spoon highlighted progressive fit with Xavier McFarlene.
The Elsa Leo-Rhynie Hall at The University of the West Indies (UWI) hosted its 2nd yearly ‘Trashionista’ occasion on Wednesday, under the style ‘Haus of Elsa: A Pioneer Through the Decades’.
The occasion, which was referred to as turning ‘Trash to Fash’ is committed to honouring the visionary Professor Leo-Rhynie, previous principal of The UWI Mona school. The occasion highlighted the essential connection in between sustainable style and ecological awareness. Started as a platform to raise awareness about ecological sustainability and accountable customer options, the Trashionista showcased ingenious methods to style by repurposing garbage into elegant garments. Homeowners of the hall, understood for their dedication to development and social duty, took the chance to promote environmentally friendly style options and supporter for ecological stewardship.
Jamaica’s strides towards eco-friendliness appeared in the styles, with the restrictions on single-use plastic bags and straws, executed in 2019. Amongst the styles were swimsuit made with shopping bags that changed the plastic. The emphasize of the occasion was the competitors, including 4 classifications: swimsuit, progressive, official clothing, and a distinct twist on casual and expert wear. Tower 5, called the ‘Tower of Might Dragons’, made a definite declaration by clinching the leading area in the competitors. Tower 5’s ingenious styles mesmerized the audience and judges alike, protecting their success. Tower of Apollo followed carefully in 2nd location, with Tower of Phoenix protecting the 3rd area.
Arranged by resident advisors Jevaughn Gordon, Shameka McKenzie and Trisanna Wilson, with assistance from Bertram Anderson, trainee services advancement supervisor, and Erica Harris, senior consultant, the occasion marked the conclusion of week-long events celebrating the 11th anniversary of the hall.
The Trashionista occasion not just showcased the imaginative capacity of sustainable style however likewise acted as a strong tip of the value of ecological obligation in the fashion business. They recycled the shopping bags, coconut shells, trash can, gloves, spoons and even cups to make their attire. As participants admired the resourcefulness on screen, they were advised that style can be both elegant and sustainable which a few of these attires are in fact wearable.