Bajan Sun Magazine - Caribbean Entrepreneurs Vol 1 Issue 11 | Page 17

JAN 2015 By Raeann Beckles B orn in the Caribbean Island of Barbados, Jewel Shannon is a designer of distinction whose work is adding a unique flair to the fashion world. Jewel draws constant inspiration from growing up in Barbados; this is seen in her playfully casual line, her mind provoking swimwear collection and elegant body sculpting evening gowns. Her detailed attention to form and function allows her to bring out the best features in each individual client. Jewel Shannon's Designs have been featured in several news periodicals in the United States such as the New York Daily News, the New York Times, and Fox 5, as well as on several television and cable programs. Her unique and exotic couture swimsuit collection has dominated eight cover of Black Men's Swimsuit Magazine. Through her work with Black Men Magazine and Today's Black Woman Magazine, she is currently the Fashion Editor of IB Concepts Magazine and Caribbean Vibes Magazine. The moods of Jewel's collections are feminine, exotic and mysterious. Her Island Jewels Resort wear collection is uniquely designed for the women of privilege who is going on vacation, on a cruise or world tour. Dangerous after Dark is created for women who want to be the center of attention, bold, daring, sexy and mysterious. www.bajansunonline.com/MAGAZINE/ | [email protected] | @BajanSunOnline