Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Saturday, July 4, saw style take over the rooftop of Mezza Luna in Kingston for Lazuli — a boutique fashion show and party experience hosted by National Commercial Bank. Immersed in a Mediterranean-inspired oasis styled by Shikima Hinds Events & Concierge, guests enjoyed an atmosphere that set the tone for the evening’s festivities. Spotlighting the best of local design talent for a stylish set of patrons, the evening’s fashion showcase featured seven collections from Karina Mahbubani & Alpa Manchandia, Janseen Graham, Lisa McIntosh, Ackeilia Caine, Pebbles King, and Kadian Nicely.
Caribbean Chic Mia Hair Artistry principal Shanice Gore made a striking statement for Neahlis’s Timeless resort collection in ‘Island Rhythm’, a sheer, geometric-print, off-the-shoulder kaftan with flowing sleeves.Kinematics Studio
Bright & Beautiful Angelie Spencer Home principal Angelie Martin-Spencer was a vision of grace for the Neahlis Timeless Resort collection, showcasing the aptly named ‘Pure Elegance’ gown with asymmetrical silhouette complemented by a statement headpiece.Kinematics Studio
The excitement didn’t end with the runway. The after-party kicked into high gear with DJs Rio, Tyler, Powa, Zorubah, and Marc Chin spinning an eclectic mix of genres — from Afrobeats and old-school hip-hop to dancehall and soca — capping off the evening on a high note.
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Banking On Connection National Commercial Bank (NCB) Relationship Manager Serena Lue-Whittingham (second right) was all smiles as she accepted her raffle prize of a Samsung S26 phone from Digicel CEO Stephen Murad flanked by Digicel Business Marketing Lead Brithney Clarke (left) and Digicel Business General Manager Tashima Walker. Naphatli Junior
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Peer Review Jamaica Observer Table Talk Food Awards judge Selena Mohammed-Wilson (centre) was heaped with congratulations by fellow judges (from left) Adolph Raynor, Patricia Henry-Brown, Mala Morrison, and Oneal Johnson following her turn on the catwalk. Naphatli Junior
Post-Show Glow Riding high on the evening’s showcase, fashion show executive producer Brandon Ferguson was seen with NCB Acting CEO Sheree Martin (centre) and Mezza Luna principal Karina Mahbubani.Naphatli Junior
Photos: Naphtali Junior and Kinematix Studios
Peachy Keen Model Halima Haughton turned heads on the catwalk for Neahlis’s Timeless resort collection, rocking ‘Sunset Glow’, an asymmetrical cover-up, layered over a co-ordinating bikini. Kinematics Studio
