Trinidadian designer Robert Young, who is widely known within the region for his “unique, dynamic and original interpretation of the Caribbean aesthetic” presented his collection, The Cloth, on the final night of Caribbean Fashion Week. As expected, The Cloth stayed true to Young’s description with a modish take on Afrocentric outfits accessorised with oversized messenger bags. In a brief address to patrons, Young explained that he decided to use his collection as an inspiration by “making the invisible visible… because private actions can cause public change”. In addition to the ‘wow’ factor, he also had the sombre-faced models walk in a zigzag pattern down the runway to the soothing sounds of nature. AW brings you a few highlights from Robert Young’s The Cloth.

(Photos: Bryan Cummings)

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The Cloth presented a few unconventional male outfits like this cowl-neck royal blue jumpsuit paired with a multi-hued Afrocentric shirt.

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Young puts an unexpected twist on this black and white evening gown with linear patterns and a fishtail hemline.

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The Cloth could be described as a print-driven collection as there were several interesting ensembles, such as this sheath dress which the designer cleverly reinterpreted.

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The Cloth also showcased a few ensembles for the fashion-forward femmes, such as the white-hot jumpsuit shown at right, and this grey outfit which featured printed hot pants.

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This multi-hued The Cloth blazer, worn with dark trousers and espadrilles by supermodel Oraine Barrett, was well received by the gents in attendance.