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August 1, 2012

Summer Styles

The time is here for us to start hyping her minds, bodies and wardrobes for the hottest and most anticipated “summer” event in Guyana – ‘Jamzone Summer Break’. Locals and foreigners alike all look forward to this epic event which be held from August 17-26, 2012.
Like last year, I’m here again to share with you some of the must have fashion faves.

MAXI DRESSES
These fabulous dresses are rapidly becoming one of the must have trends for 2012. The fun thing about these dresses is that they can be worn ANYWHERE. You just need to know what accessories and shoes to play it down or up with. 🙂 Maxi dresses are super comfortable, appealing, playful, and sporty, not forgetting they can give you a touch of elegance (when jazzed up).

COLOUR BLOCKING
This trend is surely not new but it is all the craze at the moment. Colour blocking is when our outfit consists of blocks of solid colours or simply when colours clash. Try mixing orange and purple or blue and green or pink and red for a fantastic blocking effect. Blocking is for the bold at heart!

WEDGES
Whether we’re chilling at the pool, hanging at a barbeque, going to a concert, shopping or simply having a causal day at work – the wedge will definitely complete our look. Yes the infamous wedge heel is back and now more stylish and colourful than ever.

COLOURED AND PRINT JEANS
Jeans are worn by everyone simply because they are extremely comfortable. However jeans can give you something more than just comfort. The perfect pair can make you look super stylish. Coloured and print (florals, stripes, and leopard) jeans are must haves. Wear your jeans with daring and trendy tops to complete your look.

LACE
When you see lace you automatically think bedroom, right?! Or maybe something overly boring, right?! Lace is actually one of the hottest summer fads and one to surely jazz up your wardrobe. Wear your lace pants with a bright or floral top or wear your lace top with a solid and daring bottom. And for your dresses – one word- accessories. Let’s lace it up!

By Schemel Patrick

August 1, 2012

Pulse Entertainment Summer Fete 2012

Part of the crowd at Pulse Summer Fete 2012

The Guyana National Stadium was one big soca party last Saturday as Pulse Entertainment held their Pulse Summer Fete featuring the Karma Band, Shal Marshall and Machel Montano and the HD band. It didn’t rain but EVERYONE was WET!!!

The hype, the revelry and the exhilaration of Carnival was what was dished out to the Guyanese patrons. The show opened with the Karma Band performing everything imaginable from dancehall to rap to R&B to soca and of course their chutney hits. They were later joined by Shal Marshall who performed his hits such as “Type Ah Wine”, “Trouble”, “Whole Day” and “Don’t Stop Wine.”

After a brief interlude (filled with music played by local DJs to keep the hype) Machel and the HD band were introduced. He was accompanied by Farmer Nappy and Patrice Roberts. Before his performance, Guyanalive got a chance to chat with him. When asked, what are people to expect for his performance he said “bare love and energy”.

And that is indeed what patrons got. Machel rushed on stage signing “Advantage” with his dancers in tow. Energy was ever-present and love, well Machel really and truly loves Guyana. He sang an old Guyanese hit “Bangali Babu” and paid homage to the residents of Linden.
Farmer Nappy joined Machel on stage and belted out his hits such as “Surrender”, “You Make Me”, and “Flirt” to name a few. Machel then took over and increased his pace. Energy on loud! A Machel Montano show is not complete without a dancing display by his very flexible and overly hype dancers. Dancing lessons, patrons take note.

The lone female in the band, Patrice Roberts came out next and had the crowd in a frenzy as she sang songs such as “I Am Soca”, “Temper Wine” “Push Bumper” and “Slow Wine”. There wasn’t a dry person in the stadium when the HD band completed their performance.
Throughout the show, Machel took patrons on the ultimate soca journey with hits such as “Illegal”, “Bottle Ah Rum”, “Gyal Wuk” “Bend Over”, “Mr Fete”, “Vibes Cyan Done”, “Pump Your Flag”, “Congo Man”, “Go Down”, “One More Time”, “Craziness”, “Toro”, “Wining Season” and many many more.

By the way, Machel was accompanied by his mother who looked on as her son did what he does best; his success must be credited to her overwhelming support, I’m sure!

By Schemel Patrick

April 27, 2012

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October 1, 2011

GuyExpo 2011: Night Two

The National Exhibition Site was once again home to the country’s largest trade fair and exposition of culture, talent, skill and innovation and the Guyanalive.com team managed to peek into the world of GUYEXPO 2011 for another year. The theme is “enhancing growth through competitiveness” and boy was there competition.

There were first of all booths from various countries in the region showcasing a small part of who they are and what they have to offer. We saw Surinamese Travel Companies, Indian Jewelry and other facets of commerce from countries like Mexico and Brazil. We browsed through the technology giants like ENetworks, GT&T, Digicel and Gizmos and Gadgets to see what all the hype was about. Each company (and those like it) either offered a promotion, a service or product at a reduced price, or both. The business savvy and marketing skills were fierce but that is what makes GUYEXPO what it is. There were booths everywhere! From hardware supplies to beverages and food items, from agri – and aqua – culture equipment to security software and hardware, there was a wide array of visually pleasing segments in the beautifully decorated and strategically laid out venue. The locally made furniture stole lots of our attention and the manufacturers said that they only managed to bring out a small section of their products; space did not permit them to bring more. That just makes us smile and feel a tingled sense of pride as a Guyanese. In the background we could hear local music and even the performance of Jory, one of our own stars, while we browsed but that was short-lived since the music ended early.

carib_village — GuyExpo 2011: Carib Village

However, we have to stop smiling to be open – minded and provide constructive criticism for you our readers. First, the insolent idiots that call themselves Police Officers almost spoiled the writer’s mood with his manner of speech. He decided to be stupid and disrespectful and was quickly embarrassed and put to his place and I sincerely hope he learns from that experience (Cadet Officer Thompson of the Guyana Police Force, if you are reading this please take heed, but if you decide not to please check for the byline so that you will know the name of the person that taught you to speak to all persons better). Then, let us say in no uncertain terms, that this year’s GUYEXPO was the smallest and weakest of the past four years (despite the Honorable Minister Manniram Prashad’s statements). Yes, there were lots to enjoy and learn, but the actual entities that were a part of this exhibition seemed somewhat unprepared.

The flyers and business cards looked the same; some employees were not versed in the companies’ activities, products and services; and there was not much flare from the larger local establishments. The residents of this beautiful nation maybe anticipated that and responded poorly in attendance (in comparison to the past three years), and that definitely wipes the smile off the face of any proud Guyanese. The structure at the round – about was nothing to jump about but it was still nice enough to take a photograph of (if that is any consolation). The Banks DIH and Carib Villages drew the largest crowds, as usual, and even those crowds were smaller than before. The bottom line is this: do not be swayed from visiting GUYEXPO 2011 because of what you read here. There is much to see but we at Guyanalive.com just thought that it had much, much more potential to be greater. On our Guyanalive.com scale it gets a 6 out of a possible 10 (and that is only because of what it represents and because there was a children’s section that allowed them to play and frolic all night long). So, take the family and friends and have a blast, just try not to interact with the members of the Guyana Police Force.

By – Patrice Wishart

September 25, 2011

Guyana Fashion Weekend 5 Part 1

A designer's piece from Guyana Fashion Weekend 5

As the Guyanalive.com team walked through the entrance of the Guyana Cricket Club Ground on Saturday September 24, 2011 we could not help but think one thing, Guyana Fashion Weekend is going to be big. We were not disappointed, at least not where the fashion exhibition was concerned. The ambience was splashed with bamboo and palm branches which nailed their theme, “celebrating…forests for people…people of African descent”. The runway was positioned under a large white tent and the models strutted their stuff in an oval formation around and through the attendants. Off to the north of the ground was the Liquid Infusions Cocktail Bar where one could purchase beverages that kept a smile on one’s face all evening. The air reeked of make – up and perfumes, ideal for such an occasion.

However, we only had a minute or two to notice those aspects which were insignificant in comparison to the main agenda, FASHION! We saw intricate, stunning, smooth, sexy and sometimes confusing pieces from designers like Carl Brown, Colwyn Abrams, Ginouse Collections, Zad and Eastman Collections, Natasha David, Jah Works Collections and the event’s CEO and local fashion mogul, Ms. Sonia Noel. We can go on for pages about all the pieces and designers that were featured but what fun would that be? Instead we urge you all to go down tonight for part 2 of the festivities. You will not be let down. Ensure you get a seat as close as possible since the turnout will be of great magnitude.

One of the many Evening Gown display at Guyana Fashion 5

As the last paragraph is upon us please permit us to let constructive criticism ooze from our pores. First there were no garbage bins. So, even though our drinks were mostly served in disposable cups there was no way to dispose of our litter and as a result persons resorted to throwing their stuff in the toilets. Speaking of which, why would someone situate the toilets to face the patrons of the fashion show? Every time the door opened there was a bright burst of light that consistently distracted those in view. Now since the toilets are all mobile, please turn them away from the crowd and place a clear but discreet sign that says “WASHROOM” (thanks Damian). That being said, we again urge you all to get decked out and have a comfortable seat at the Guyana Fashion Weekend 5, it will be a wonderful start to your week.

View pictures at –> GuyanaLive.com Gallery

By – Patrice Wishart

September 25, 2011September 25, 2011

Mr. Vegas and Natural Black excites at Guinness Greatness Concert

Mr. Vegas, Jamaican born dancehall superstar is no stranger to Guyana’s shores and each time he has gone above and beyond to please his Guyanese fans, Friday night was no different. The location was GNS Ground on Carifesta Avenue, the reason was a part of the 252nd anniversary celebrations of Guinness worldwide.

Natural Black performing at 252nd Guinness Annversary

Decked out in a white suit and blue shirt, Vegas in classic energetic style ran on to the stage to “I am blessed” and immediately had the full attention of the large crowd. As expected he continued to belt out hit after hit from the 90’s up to 2010. Vegas also sought to pay homage to the reggae greats that put Jamaican and by extension Caribbean music on the international arena. He proceeded to sing some hits from Dennis Brown and the late great Bob Marley. One of the more entertaining aspects of Vegas’ performance was when he invited one of his dancers to whine for the audience. Decked out in ‘pum pum shorts’ and fish net stockings Tenisha, as she was introduced, moved and trembled while backing the crowd, causing the men to focus their attention on the screen as the cameramen zoomed in on the action for all angles.

Crowd giving tribute to the Late Great Bob Marley

Natural Black provided some conscious reggae lyrics in order to get the crowd going and ready for Mr. Vegas. Widely considered as being Guyana’s most popular solo reggae artiste, Natural Black, gave a satisfying performance for almost an hour belting out hit after hit to the large crowd. Songs such as “Sorry Feeling” and “Gideon boot” were among the selections the prolific artiste sang
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As expected the concert was streamed live across the Caribbean so that Guinness drinkers and music fans could enjoy the celebrations from their favorite bars, pubs or even in the comfort of their homes. The event brought the curtains down on a worldwide celebration of Guinness, but even as the dust settled and the elaborate Guinness decorations are packed up, the ceremonial drinkers will retire back to their respective beverages and wait until next year, the real Guinness fans will however continue to savor the taste of the “dark” beer whether there is a promotion or not. Guyanalive.com salutes Guinness on accomplishing 252 years of excellence and pledge to continue to raise our glasses, cups and bottles in honor of a man named Arthur and a beer called Guinness; TO ARTHUR!

View pictures from this event at –> GuyanaLive.com Gallery

By – Andrew Ross

September 25, 2011September 25, 2011

Happy 252nd Anniversary Guinness

Thursday September 22, 2011 was a day to be remembered as thousands of Guyanese joined Guinness drinkers worldwide in celebrating the 252nd anniversary of a man named Arthur and a beer named Guinness. Persons converged on the various “Guinness” bars across the country to partake in the dark smooth taste of the beverage which can be found in over 150 countries worldwide.

The festivities locally were spearheaded by beverage giant and brewer of Guinness, Banks DIH Ltd. Quite fittingly at 1759 hrs, coinciding with the year the beverage was first brewed in St. James Gate Dublin Ireland, the bar was open and pandemonium broke out as persons rushed to collect as many free Guinness they could get their hands on. Accompanied by excellent musical selections by some of Guyana’s most talented DJ’s, the Guinness Bar on Joseph Pollydore Street Lodge was just one of the many locations where lovers of the dark beverage converged to celebrate the auspicious day.

Though many persons were pleased to collect free beverages, patrons were also afforded the opportunity to acquire Guinness branded apparel with the purchase of 6 or more of the gold labeled beer. As a result before the end of the night there was a sea of black tee-shirts and hats visible at the venue all bearing the distinctive Guinness logo. In addition persons were given the opportunity to watch the Anniversary Guinness concert live which was being streamed from Jamaica compliments of Guinness Caribbean.

Persons were also given the opportunity to gain tickets to the Guinness Greatness concert at GNS ground the following night featuring Guyanese born reggae superstar Natural Black and headlined by the versatile dancehall icon Mr. Vegas. The concert is also slated to be streamed live across the Caribbean.

Guinness is a recognized brand worldwide which stands for excellence and has a taste that cannot be duplicated by any beer maker. Given the successful nature of the brand even after 252 years it is safe to say that Guinness will be around for a long time and the Guyanese market for the beverage is only growing. Anytime, anywhere good beer is sold purchase a dark cold Guinness and stick it in the air and toast TO ARTHUR!

View pictures from this event at –> GuyanaLive.com Gallery

By – Andrew Ross

September 24, 2011September 29, 2011

Guinness VIP Party at Mojo’s Cocktail Lounge

To further commemorate the beautiful stout that is Guinness, the citizens of this nation are throwing a show and dance with local and Jamaican stars Natural Black and Mr. Vegas. However, before we get ready to enjoy ourselves into the wee hours of the morning on Friday September 22, 2011 at the GNS Ground the Guyanalive.com team managed to get a glimpse and mingle with the celebs at the Mojo’s Cocktail Bar and Lounge at Main Street on the previous evening.

The event happened at the poolside of the club where people of all ages had opportunities to take pictures, converse and even dance with the stars. Mr. Vegas, at one interval, even gave a little speech dedicated to Guinness and Guyana and extended gratitude for the chance to entertain us all. When Natural Black took the microphone, he did more of the same sentiment but then serenaded us with one of his hits acapella style. After their brief bits of chatter, Mojo’s DJ spun tracks from both artistes all night, both old and new. We even heard a few songs from other local and Jamaican artistes such as Movado, Beenie Man and he-who-shall-not-be-named (Vybz Kartel). If that did not get your juices flowing there was a well stocked bar (with Guinness of course) and Mojo’s very own “Guinness and Chicken Pizza”.

The Guyanalive.com team managed to get a few pieces and let’s just say that they were finger – licking. We wanted more but to no avail. After chilling at the Guinness Bar in Durban Street, Mojo’s VIP Party was a wonderful way to end the evening.
Don’t forget to check out the GNS Ground later to see Natural Black and Mr. Vegas in action. We can guarantee that they are both here.

View pictures from this event at –> GuyanaLive.com Gallery

By – Patrice Wishart

September 22, 2011

Guyana Fashion Weekend 2011

Designed By: Dester Jennings of Trinidad and Tobago

Guyana Fashion Weekend commemorates five (5) years. The second longest running fashion festival in the region features thirty (30) Guyanese Designers with guest designers from Janelle Oosterling (Janoos Collection) of Suriname, Sharlene Lagon (Jhaylene Designs) of St. Lucia, Donna Weekes (Ethel Fashions) St. Vincent and the Grenadines/ USA , and Karl Brown (Khalil’s Hattitude) of Jamaica and Robert Young (The Cloth), Dexter Jennings (Concept Studio),Anthony Reid for Meiling, Dominic La Roche (DLR Designs), Omzad Khan/Nigel Eastman (Zadd and Eastman) all of Trinidad and Tobago . Set on a two hundred (200) foot pentagon runway tented at the GCC Ground.

Come 23rd – 25th September, the Guyana’s own ‘Bryant Park’ will be ablaze with designing and performing talent celebrating the local creative energy confirming our regional fashion identity. The Caribbean brand is coming of age with the existence of fashion initiatives like GFW. The show will pay tribute to ‘The Cloth’ of Trinidad and Tobago acknowledging the designer Robert Young’s the Cloth; 25 years in the business. ‘The Cloth’ will present two (2) collections and host an interactive workshop with the up and coming designers.

Designed By: Janelle Oosterling of Suriname

Sonia Noel gives accolade to Bob Marley as one of our pioneers of style by carrying our style to the world with his idiosyncratic lyrical reggae music. It is now time to bring the world to us, through our compelling style. One of her two collections for GFW 5 is aptly titled ‘Natural Mystic.’

Another feature this year is the incorporation of the crochet designs from the prison rehabilative initiative. Urban, ready to wear and crochet designs in the most modern silhouette surpass expectations.

Designers from far afield – Linden, Berbice, Essiquibo, Bartica- join Georgetown designers, stylists, make up artists and models in exalting Guyanese style. Designs showcasing vegetation and leather, appliqué, tie dye, batik, crochet and collage art – apparel designers including milliners, accessories’ designers, footwear and bag craftsmen have pitched in to shout style. It’s more than garment manufacture and clothing design; it’s about creating a look – a Guyanese look evidently but moreover a Caribbean look ultimately.

GFW 5 pays tribute to the UN declarations – international year of the forests, celebrating forests for people as well as acknowledging people of African decent.
It has become traditional and also imperative that we utilise the utilitarian platform of fashion to engage global campaigns and prompt critical and current awareness drives. Indeed we are consistently committed to youth empowerment; we are consumed by our environmental eco-balance concerns; we are engaged in holistic living practices and above all we pledge to sustainable development action. All in all, we promote Guyana not only through event tourism for destination marketing purposes, but to encourage pride in nation building.

Designed By: Donna Weeks of St. Vincent and Grenadines/USA

Sonia Noel, CEO of Guyana Fashion Weekend is passionate about building the Fashion Industry in Guyana. Her convictions has carried her throughout the region and the Diaspora proclaiming a Caribbean fashion perspective for which she is being honoured at the U.S Virgin Islands Fashion Week with an award for ambassadorial service by the Governor J.P De Joung.

Her partner in passion is the production designer Richard Young who is the distinguished purveyor of a concept of the Caribbean aesthetic . Being creative director of GFW as well as Fashion Week Trinidad and Tobago and soon to be a more regional brand in the upcoming Caribbean’s Next Top Model. Richard Young continues to spread the word that Caribbean style is the alternative ‘new-world brand.’

September 11, 2011

Sonia Noel for Caribbean Fashion Ambassador Award from USVI

Guyana Fashion Weekend is less that a month away and designer Sonia Noel excitement is evident. This Caribbean fashion designer has even more reason to be excited because she will be receiving a Caribbean Fashion Ambassador Award from USVI Fashion Weekend. This two(2) days glamorous event will be on the 8th and 9th of October at the prestigious Frenchmen’s Reef Resort on the beautiful St Thomas USVI. Noel was describe by the CEO of USVI Fashion Week Henry Marshram as a phenomenal woman and an inspiration to many including himself. The launch was held in New York on July 29th, and the CEO of GFW Fashion was given the opportunity to tell the audience about Guyana Fashion Weekend(GFW) and Guyana.

“To be acknowledged out of my country for my contribution not only to the fashion industry in Guyana is an amazing feeling and it propels me to do even more in the future because I know we in the Caribbean have something special to offer the world in fashion”

A small contingent of models and designers from GFW will be joining her on the catwalk to promote the tremendous talent we possessed her with in Guyana. Most promising designers of GFW 2008 “Marcia De Santos”, most promising designer of 2010 “Nelsion Nurse”, Winners of 2010 Model Search “Steven Bagot”, Alana Pheonix and designer “Paul Burnett” will be the GFW team in USVI.

‘I am so excited to have the contingent from Guyana to the Virgin Islands for this years fashion week “Caribbean Catwalk” and we welcome them. This is what I want to see more of as it is my goal to help and promote the free movement of fashion professional in the region to promote their line and to network and build a bridge so we all can cross and unite as one in the fashion industry. I believe that designers, models, stylist and other fashion industry professionals are talented and have a lot to show to the world. This year Virgin Islands Fashion Week(VIFW) will be presenting two awards, and as the Founder/CEO of VIFW I have been involved in fashion for more than ten years and also following what’s happening in the industry in the Caribbean. I am please to announce that the “Caribbean Fashion Ambassador” award will be presented to Ms. Sonia E Noel of Guyana for her outstanding work and contribution in the Caribbean and particularly the US Virgin Islands in the area of fashion.

This is a well deserving award and on behalf of the the people of the US Virgin Islands I congratulate Sonia Noel and we look forward to having you this year to bestow this honour upon you. The award will be presented by the Governor of the US Virgin Islands Mr. J.P De Joung at the opening of the 2nd showing of the Caribbean Catwalk on Sunday October 9th at the host hotel Marriott Frenchmans Reef Resort.

Sonia Noel is the 1st Caribbean designer to be invited to Brown University in Rhode Island to give a presentation on Caribbean fashion duringCaribbean Heritage month. She also received the Shabeau Magazine Award in 2007 and the GMSA presented her with an award last November for significantly raising the bar in the local fashion design industry. She was also awarded for initiating a process for accelerating cross border services trade in the fashion business. In addition, Noel recently celebrated one year anniversary of her popular TV Show “Diatribe”.

Noel is also looking forward to attend the Caribbean China Economic Forum next week in Trinidad. October and November will be busy months for this Guyanese leading lady apart from her participation in USVI she will be in Trinidad for a four day fashion event at the Hyatt, Caribbean Top Model Fashion Show in Tobago, Caribbean Fashion against AIDS” on the island of St. Eustatius and Antigua Fashion Week. In November she and her team will be hosting an appetite for fashion fusing the food and fashion in Guyana.

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