Jawara Alleyne, Bianca Saunders, Saul Nash and Taya Francis roll back the tape on their own memories of Carnival, exploring the relationship between Caribbean culture and London’s fashion scene, and the do’s and don’ts when it comes to hitting W10.
In 1951, a 27-year-old woman named Althea McNish relocated from Trinidad to London with a scholarship to the prestigious Architectural Association in Bedford Square. But when faced with the realities of a seven-year degree and the seven gruelling winters that she would therefore spend living as a student, McNish changed tack: enrolling on a print course at the London School of Printing and Graphic Arts before embarking on a postgraduate degree from the Royal College of Art.
Carnival is a huge source of inspiration for me – it’s a celebration of identity, culture and community, which is central to my designs. The colours, the vibrancy and the way people express themselves through fashion at Carnival have definitely influenced my collections. As for what to wear this year, I’d suggest something bold and comfortable – think breathable fabrics and standout pieces. My latest collection has some great options that capture that mix of London edge and Caribbean flair.
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