August 1, 2023
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Happy Emancipation Day! A significant milestone that marks the end of slavery across the British Empire. And to commemorate our independence as a nation and reflect on the journey to liberation, Governor General Sir Patrick Allen and Lady Allen invited distinguished guests including members of the diplomatic corps, their spouses, Government officials, and business leaders to join them on the lawns of King’s House on Thursday, July 27, for the Governor General’s Independence Reception.
Page 2 shares some of the black, green and gold lewks emblematic of national pride.
It’s In Our Genes – Member of Parliament for St Thomas Eastern and dental surgeon Michelle Charles attended the event with her son, digital creator Chad Luchey.(Photo: Naphtali Junior)
Diplomatic Ties – Member of Parliament for St Catherine South Eastern Robert “Big Rob” Miller was dapper in a tailored black suit and patriotic tie. (Photo: Naphtali Junior)
Fashion Notes – Contestant in the Jamaica Festival Song Competition, Appleton Estate Rum Experience mixologist Randeen Thomas hit the right fashion notes with this ‘fit from Statement by Chris.(Photo: Naphtali Junior)
Head-Turner – Professor Verene Shepherd turned heads in a gold Senegalese head wrap.(Photo: Naphtali Junior)
Pocket Statement – Nadeen Matthews-Blair, CEO of the National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited Foundation, looked fab in the Indigo dress from local designer EtAl’s SS23 Collection.(Photo: Naphtali Junior)
Out Of Many, One Fae – Veteran radio and television broadcaster Fae Ellington handled hosting duties, exuding Jamaican pride in a dress from Valerie Robinson that beautifully represented Jamaica.(Photo: Naphtali Junior)
Mellow Yellow – Business manager Debra Shaw made a striking appearance in a yellow satin dress. (Photo: Naphtali Junior)
Take Two – Entertainer Wayne Mitchell and his media personality wife Tami, wearing a stunning Lola maxi vacation dress, were a stylish pair. (Photo: Naphtali Junior)
