“I started with the idea of Georgetown the Garden City, then added my own imagination. “I thought about the elements essential to life of the garden sunlight. I wanted my customers to look brave and bright, stunning and different.
“I picked the most beautiful colours. The pieces of this collection can be summed up as a cultural explosion of colours, patterns, and designs” — Sidney L Francois
“For me, Guyana is full of beauty. I wanted my pieces to show where I come from; my cultural background; and basically the good parts of being Guyanese.
“This line gives birth to our lost culture of traditional tie-dying by adding a modern twist to it.
“There’s a great deal of Guyanese cultural heritage embedded in the designs. I use craft techniques such as tie-dying, which I’ve adapted in a more contemporary way, so I can bring it into everyday outfits…
“I wanted the collection to represent who we are and how we show ourselves as Guyanese. It’s worth it when you see the end result, and you can see how far your garments can travel on their own, without you even having to speak.” — Jason

“A lot of our inspiration comes from our backgrounds, being raised in traditional Indian homes: The things we read, the things we were shown, colours, textures, and history of this wonderful country Guyana.
“It’s about knowing what you want to portray, and who you are at the core as a designer.
“I think Guyanese know how to dress themselves fashionably, while remaining modest and comfortable.
“For us, the less you show, the sexier you are, and the more seductive you are. Confidence is sexy.” — Hashim Alli & Melicia Partab

“Perhaps the most jaw-dropping collection, HOME was a tribute Guyana. It’s no secret that Guyana inspires my work, and this collection is no different; it basically showcases things that I love about Guyana, such as Shell Beach, amazing birds and vibrant culture.
“Comprising of draped silk evening wear with heavy beaded work and embroidery on nude mesh inserts, it’s very sexy; high-end and high-fashion.” — Randy Madray