Peacock and Cultured Patterns Walked the BCFW Runway

The event was held at the soho chic style setting of Blu Dot in the Seaport. The evening began with an art installation of wearable petals in full bloom from the essence of a woman in model Esque manor in a still like display from Designer Sergio Hollender.

Opening the BCFW runway was an old school staple of creation from Michaela Leed Designs with crochet pieces that had pastel pops of color and relaxed fit for a fun vibe.

Following were fall focal threads of cultural patterns, unique fibers, chic leathers, finished with bold reds and crafted beads or decorative pearls that gave a distinctive look for a modern woman with a sophisticated style were shown by Edan Naturals.

A street chic vibe meets business casual came next down the runway from Fashion Trend Class, stylist Cheryl James sewn by Belle. It was preppy with a hint of upscale city funk that made a fierce statement. Office wear was paired with pleated minis knee high boots and bold color pallets that hit across the board. Cute little pops of athlesure of classic “jock” socks and Patriots jerseys gave a perfect Sunday fit to catch more attention than the game. Leathers and denim made a camo with the focal pieces being suit jackets, ties with a chic, street wear vibe.

Following fresh off the Paris Fashion Week runway were classic petal patterns paired denims, best in show blue boots, mustard ruffle, and a turquoise green gown of wearable art that became full flourish from the power of a woman complimenting the clothes created by designer Sergio Hollender.

The intermission in the evening was nothing less than a cultural tribute with returning to the Boston Caribbean stage Envey Mas with her vibrant costumes full of dripping accessories, bright colors and magnificent custom dance.

Lopping back to the fashion was Liza Clothing showing men’s dapper to a traditional theme. The ladies ranged from a show stopping hot pink crop with a trim of emerald heritage, glittering ball gowns and chic urban everyday attire!

Next was Dress with Confidence who gave just that with conviction in their bright and bold looks. From gold and honeycomb to pieces that oozed with passion, bell bottom cuts, ruffles tribal patterns and an electric blue focal in the collection demanded attention to the details.

Closing the BCFW runway was an up and coming designer to keep your eye on, Lleya P. With the accent of accessories and playful patterns this collection was sold from the seems to stitching. Her bell bottom donned with sparkling stones and finished with the staple of peacock feathers. A standard green suit that popped with the bold embellishments of draped pearls details. Teal, emerald and electric blue were focal in the men’s and women’s evening wear. The showstopper of the closing set to Boston Caribbean Fashion Week was a trio of pieces with feather detailing and peacock patterns.

Caribbean culture was in full force! The vibrant colors, finely crafted collections traditional dance from famed carnival dancers were a highlight to the 12th annual Boston Caribbean Fashion Week.