Georgetown – After a four-year hiatus, the Guyana Fashion Showcase (GFS) is making a spectacular comeback, promising to captivate fashion enthusiasts with its blend of local and international styles.

Scheduled for October 4, 2024, at the National Gallery of Art, Castellani House in Georgetown, this year’s showcase will be a highlight of the CPL Cricket Carnival.

The theme for this year’s event “Style with Beauty in the Rainforest,” captures the essence of Guyana’s lush and vibrant natural landscapes. The official announcement of the showcase was made during a press conference held on Friday at Colabs Guyana Inc, located at 43 Garnett Street, Campbellville, Georgetown. The conference was hosted by Philbert Giddings, CEO and Founder of GFS; Michelle Cole Wagner, international designer and head of the brand COLEFACTS; and Sharminah Leah, an international actress and model.

Sharminah Leah, who is visiting Guyana for the first time, shared her emotional connection to the country. “I love Guyana; my dad is from Guyana and I feel at home,” she said, highlighting her deep personal resonance with the event.

Miss Guyana Culture Queen 2024, Shequana Holder, slated to be one of the prominent faces of the GFS, but was unable to attend the press conference due to her travel commitments. Her presence at the showcase will further elevate the event’s profile.

The inaugural Guyana Fashion Showcase, held on May 24, 2019, at the Ramada Georgetown Princess Hotel in Providence, was a groundbreaking success. It featured a diverse array of international, regional, and local designers, setting a high standard for future events. This year’s showcase aims to build on that legacy by providing even more opportunities for local talent to shine on an international stage.

Michelle Cole Wagner emphasized the broader vision of the GFS: “The Guyana showcase is not just a fashion show; we not only bring fashion in all its facets but also teach students and all those who are interested. It’s about nurturing talent and fostering creativity across the board.”

The excitement leading up to the showcase included a modeling casting call, which took place in the evening and attracted over 50 models. These aspiring talents, both male and female, showcased their skills and struts in front of a panel of judges. The casting call was a pivotal moment for many, as it offered them a chance to be a part of one of the most anticipated fashion events in the Caribbean. (Kaieteur News)…[+]