Cocktails With… LeeAnn Godfrey, Raihn Sibblies and Roxanne King
Spanish Court execs LeeAnn Godfrey (left), Raihn Sibblies (right) and Roxanne King step away from running Kingston’s chicest spot to share cocktails with us by the bar; here goes.
What are you sipping?
LeeAnn Godfrey (LG): Always a glass of Merlot.
Raihn Sibblies (RS): An S-tini, the signature drink at the Spanish Court Hotel.
Roxanne King (RK): A glass of Cabernet Sauvignon.
What makes the Spanish Court Hotel so happening?
LG: It truly represents its “real style, real service” mantra.
RS: Its location and atmosphere, modernity and elegance.
RK: Spanish Court has a trendy feel, it’s built for today’s discerning professional.
Socialite or homebody?
LG: I’m definitely a homebody.
RS: Socialite… I’m always out.
RK: That’s a hard one… a little of both, but lately I’ve been a homebody.
What’s your must-have accessory?
LG: Lipgloss.
RS: My MAC lip glass.
RK: Fabulous shoes.
What’s your style?
LG: Sexy-casual.
RS: Bohemian-chic.
RK: Again, anything that involves fabulous shoes!
Who does your hair?
LG: My Aunt Patsy at Reflections.
RS: Lisa Hutchinson.
RK: Josie’s on Phoenix Avenue.
Who does your nails?
LG: Avedon on Constant Spring Road.
RS: I get them done at Lisa Hutchinson.
RK: Josie’s on Phoenix Avenue.
When you’re not at work, where’s the one place to find you?
LG: Eating out.
RS: The beach or at yoga.
RK: The gym or Bin 26.
What’s in your handbag?
LG: My BlackBerry and a digital camera.
RS: The Tipping Point, MAC lip glass and my SCH planner.
RK: My entire make-up kit.
Who or what inspires you?
LG: My mum inspires me.
RS: God… I’m grateful to Him for all that I have.
RK: My son Joshua and God.
What’s your idea of the perfect date?
LG: A nice romantic dinner by candlelight.
RS: Actually, it already has happened. I was whisked away to a remote part of the country and he had prepared a bonfire, grilled meats and we chilled under the moonlight. That was my 24-hour adventure.
RK: Doing an activity around mid-afternoon followed by excellent wine.
What’s your idea of the perfect man?
LG: Somebody who makes me laugh; one who is supportive and honest.
RS: Ambitious, fun-loving and a man of integrity. He must also be spiritual.
RK: Someone who is spiritual, who can make me laugh and accepts me for who I am.
What’s on your iPod?
LG: Everything!
RS: Everything except country.
RK: Anything R&B, Jazz, classic, Big Band music.
What perfume are you spraying?
LG: Chanel Chance.
RS: Calyx By Prescriptives.
RK: Hanae Mori.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given?
LG: Mr Issa says, “Follow up everybody, every day about everything.”
RS: “It’s not about failure, it’s about failing to try.”
RK: “The road to success is always under construction.”
What projects are you currently working on?
LG: Continuing to make the Spanish Court Hotel a formidable brand.
And 10 years from now?
LG: Finding innovative ways to do what we do better.