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Heart Replica Draws Fashion Appeal - Feb 25, 2010 - 1:40:58 PM

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Nassau, Bahamas - Inspired by the community work and ongoing dedication over the years of the Sir Victor Sassoon (Bahamas) Heart Foundation and the Bahamas Heart Association, young new Bahamian fashion designer, Ms. Indira Lashan Moss created a replica of the Bahamas Health “Red Dress” pendant as an original fashion statement for woman of influence. She gifted the dress to the Bahamas Heart Association in the form of an historic art exhibit for the first time at the Sassoon Heart Ball on February 13, 2010.  

“I admire what the [Heart] foundation does to help children in need but finding the right way to show my appreciation was difficult, until I saw their new pendant,” said Ms. Moss.  

“At that moment, I could think of no better way to express my gratitude than through my God-given talent...” 

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Bandolera introduces New Fashion and Sales Assistant, Saralee Johnson - Jan 19, 2010 - 7:36:46 PM
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Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - Grand Bahama Island - Bandolera at Port Lucaya Marketplace is pleased to introduce Saralee Johnson as their new Fashion and Sales Assistant.

Saralee comes with 8 years of experience in national and international modeling (runway and fashion) and has been a modeling coach, public speaker and publisher. She believes that a major key to life's success is taking pride in your appearance.

Come by and see what's new at Bandolera. More new arrivals coming soon.  We now have a 20 to 75% OFF sale on selected items...

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Final Accents Celebrates One Year Anniversary In Grand Style - Dec 30, 2009 - 1:28:25 PM

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Nassau, Bahamas - Imagine walking into a room where you are immediately engulfed into a world of fashion, beauty and style.  Set amidst an intimate backdrop, you are driven to embrace your inner celebrity and indulge in the ultimate shopping experience. On December 06, 2009, Final Accents Accessories, a cutting edge Boutique,  celebrated its one year anniversary in an ultra chic, ultra exclusive reception known as The BOUTIQ Event.  

Featuring funky, simple and chic elements, The BOUTIQ Event blends retail fashion, intimate shopping and live entertainment in one lavish affair.  Held at Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort, it promises to be an ultimate and unforgettable experience.  

Lerielle Cole of Final Accents said, “The BOUTIQ Event signifies a personal accomplishment of a dream being fulfilled...” 

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(PHOTOS) Leanne Marshall harnesses her architectural streak at IWFW - Dec 28, 2009 - 5:40:33 PM
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Nassau, Bahamas -- Stark bold architectural patterns meticulously stitched to form triangles, squares and structured ethereal dresses best describes the work of this year’s only female guest designer, Leanne Marshall who showcased her designs at Islands of the World Fashion Week on November 7th, 2009.

Her style, inspired by nature, architecture and modern innovation, made its home at this year’s Islands of the World Fashion Week (IWFW) as the highlighted showcase for the opening night of the three-day event.

The first model fiercely strutted her way on the catwalk, setting the tone for her model successors as she donned a black and white above-the-knee-dress, with subtle yet bold light-grey stripes in triplicate layers...
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La Maison de Besh opens boutique in the International Bazaar - Dec 24, 2009 - 11:40:28 AM

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Freeport, Bahamas - Award winning Grand Bahamian fashion designer, Basheva Eve recently opened her boutique in the main arcade of the International Bazaar in downtown Freeport.  La Maison de Besh is the exclusive carrier of Harl Taylor BAG for Grand Bahama.

Besh designs were featured this year on the Miss Universe Pageant contestants.

If you can dream it, Besh can make it. If you have a special occasion, La Maison de Besh may have exactly what you've are looking for, but if not, they can create an exclusive piece just for you
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(PHOTOS) Elegance with Attitude delivered a night to be remembered - Dec 17, 2009 - 11:50:30 PM
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Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas - From the moment guests arrived at Elegance with Attitude event on December 10th to the moment DJ President played his final tune, persons experience an evening they will long remember. After your photo was taken upon arrival each VIP ticket holder received a silver necklace with a martini glass pendant, and a glass of champagne.

The Grand Bahama Yacht Club served as an elegant setting working well for the fashion show, which  was the featured showcase for the evening. Models paraded out on two sides of the Club House and walked along the pool area. The MC for the evening was the lovely Shelly Carey, and David Wallace stopped by to offer a half hour of comic relief between the fashions.

First featured was jewelry of Freeport Jewellers worn on male and female models in simple black fitted attire...
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“Elegance with an Attitude” is set to be THE holiday event of the season - Dec 8, 2009 - 10:23:42 PM
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Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas - If there's one event to attend this holiday season, it would  be “Elegance with an Attitude” slated for Thursday, December 10th at the Grand Bahama Yacht Club.

For the first time on our island, a jewelry store is shaking things up. Freeport Jewellers,  a family owned Bahamian company with branches both in the International Bazaar and The Port Lucaya Marketplace,  are showcasing their most exclusive and Fashionable jewelry lines.

Loren Wells-Madu, manager of Freeport Jewellers in Port Lucaya Marketplace  explains why she  created this event.  "Locals know that Freeport Jewellers is a store that has been around for a long time, and they mistakenly have a preconceived notion that  our jewelry lines are  old, traditional and unfashionable..."
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(VIDEO) Islands of the World Fashion Week Bahamas 2009 Overview - Dec 8, 2009 - 9:30:24 PM
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Nassau, Bahamas - Islands of the World Fashion Week, in its second year and held from November 7th to 9th, was nothing short of stellar in presenting fashions from 'island nations' in a three day event hosted in The Bahamas and organized by Modes Iles.

The event brought participating designers awards in Eco-Fashion and Culture Fashion; as well as Seals of Excellence awards, and the coveted Next Gen award for best upcoming designer.  New this year was The Muse Model Search which presented the best male and female model also from island nations. 

The Bahamas Weekly brings you this comprehensive overview VIDEO coverage where you will hear from editor of The Bahamas Weekly, Robbin Whachell; Bahamian designer Philicia Ellis;  Bahamian designer Kevan Evans; Bahamian designer Sabrina Stirrup; American designer Henry Jackson; plus-size model Chanel Clark
cover girl for the Henry Jackson line, Marisa Damallie; supermodel Bobby Roache ;
singer and model Kirk Brown...
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Primadona Pop Up Stores to assist Single-Family Mothers that Want to Open a Bank Account for the First Time - Dec 3, 2009 - 1:24:16 PM
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Nassau, Bahamas – Temporary Retail Store is the First-Ever Opportunity to Experience the Primadona Brand in Prime Vacant Space
 
A Portion of the Proceeds from the First Day’s Sales Will be Donated to Single-Family Mothers that Want to Open a Bank Account for The First Time
 
Primadona announces the launch of its chic gallery-like outlet shopping dubbed “pop-up” store to celebrate the holiday season.  This December 4th – 24nd a trendy boutique opens downtown for 17 Days only to showcase a range of hard to find limited edition apparel and established designer brands in Prince George Plaza, Bay Street upstairs opposite Lum’s Iguana Café and will welcome shoppers Monday through Saturday from 10 am – 6 pm...
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