Keisha Edwards has been designing from a very young age. As a child growing up in Guyana, she would sketch outfits and ask her mother to make them for her. Born on September 8th, 1986, Keisha grew up in North Ruimveldt and then moved to East Ruimveldt at the age of 7. One of 8 kids, Keisha treasures her friendship with her siblings, and still reminisces on her childhood and the good times they had growing up in Guyana. … read more
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Patricia Coates, Legendary Fashion Designer/ Owner of The Village Couture
Legendary Designer Patricia Coates, or Pat as she is more fondly called, is a well known name in the Fashion Industry not only in the Caribbean but also Internationally. Born and raised in Guyana, Pat was a teacher for some years, then worked in the private sector before making designing her career. It was her frustration with having to wait for others to sew for her that triggered her interested to design her own clothing. She survived the trial and errors of … read more
Ripping the Runways: Michelle Cole: Fashion Designer & CEO, ColeFacts Showroom
The elegant and unique style of Guyanese designer, Michelle Cole, is taking the runways by storm! Quoted as “one of the Caribbean’s most dynamic and artistically talented fashion designers,” Michelle Cole in quickly broadening her influence over the industry. She is currently one of the most successful fashion executives in Guyana and CEO of Colefacts, an affordable yet exquisite fashion line. Whether by vision or intervention, on her eleventh birthday, Michelle was presented a sewing machine by her mother. She made her first entrance into the … read more