So, let me guess, you have recently become quite aware, (and in our case, almost obsessed),  with your post Christmas/ New Years weight gain.  You know,  those ghastly unwanted pounds that seems to have magically accumulated around your waistline since the holidays?   The same ones you are detemined to be rid off before summer's arrival?   Well fret no more we have the answer.   Former beauty queen and current Smile Jamaica host,  Yendi Phillips, has just released her first of what we are sure will be a series of workout videos called,  "In The Dance".   

        The new Mother and fitness fanatic decided to create her own video after having difficulty finding a fun, interesting, calorie burning routine to help shed some of those post partum pounds.  Evidently, it worked wonders as Yendi was back to her slim, sexy, pre-baby figure in no time.   We have already purchased our copy and if you would also like a copy you may do so at any Walmart in Canada, or check www.InTheDanceFitness.com  for additional locations.    

       For those you anxious for a sneek peek of the video, you can take a look here:

FASHION INTERVIEW: JAMAICA

Negril, JAMAICA

PARADISE BY DESIGN

A CHAT WITH NEGRIL BASED DESIGNER SOPHIE EYSSAUTIER

Ever thought about taking a time-out from your everyday life, discarding your fears and embracing your cares to embark on your quest for  your perfect little piece of paradise?  Could you courageously leave behind the familiar in order to fulfill  the desire to experience something a little different than maybe the sometimes spiritually cloistering routine of a 9 to 5?  Perhaps you would find the ideal tropical location to finally open that little boutique where you would design chic socially and environmentally  conscious items.  It would the perfect island inspired retreat slash boutique where you would be able to create with the beach at your doorstep and breathtaking Caribbean vistas just beyond your windows.  

     That's exactly what French designer, Sophie Eyssautier, did when she had an epiphany and decided to leave a position as a successful designer for Christian Dior, and relocate from fabulous Cannes, France, to exotic Negril, Jamaica.   After making the bold 'new millennium, new life,' move in 2000, Sophie began working with a local company before deciding to go into business for herself  by openingCallaloo Butik in 2003.  She became committed to the idea of designing and producing items that could be proudly stamped with a that "Made In Jamaica" label.

     A few years ago the intrepid entrepreneur relocated her popular boutique to idyllic Treasure Beach, Jamaica, where she employs local artisans and crafts people.  Fabrics of only the highest quality, is used to produce her much sought after line of unique children's and women's  wear, among other items.

     We recently caught up with Sophie where she agreed to take some time out of her busy schedule to grant us a quick 5 minute interview. Here's what she said:

Photo Shoot: Jamaica

Island  Beauty






























photographer:  LesleeMitchell of LesleeMitchell.com

On Our Radar

Jamaican fashion designer and blogger,  James Black.

Street Style: Jamaica

Vintage Chic






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Haute Events

       Smile Jamaica television host, Yendi Phillips, shared instagram photos depicting her first meeting with the,former and longest seated Prime Minister, The Honourable P.J. Patterson.  The proud political and socio-economic activist made sure to note her honor in meeting the former Prime Minister, and yes, we are noting how she is WORKING that dress!  

Vacation Jamaica

 Discovery Bay,  JAMAICA



Fortland's Point

Lisa Hanna

      Who's Jamaica's Sexiest Woman?  According to to the Jamaican Observer news outlet it happens to be the gorgeous Lisa Hanna.  The former Miss World 1993 becoming the third Jamaican to win the title. A member of the governing People's National Party, Hanna currently serves as Member of Parliament for Saint Ann South East and as Jamaica's Minister of Youth and Culture.  I'm sure it was a tough decision as the Island is abound with the most beautiful of women in the world, but we can say that Ms. Hanna is a worthy choice.  In the meantime, we a busy compiling our list of of top ten Jamaican beauties.  Say tuned!  If you have any suggestions please feel free to drop us a line!

Lisa Hochstein

           Add one more Jamaican to the roll!  Why you ask?  Well it appears that recently former Playboy Playmate and Miami Housewives reality star, Lisa Hochstein revealed that she is not the prejudiced snob cast-mate Johanna Krupa is trying tho portray her to be.  The reason she provided that made it impossible for her to be anti-immigrant was not only because she is also an inmmigrant, (she migrated to the States from Canada over a decade ago), but because her mother is a BAHN JAMAICAN of German descent.  Looking at her one could not really be surprised that she is of Jamaican descent can you?  If it's one thing Jamaica knows how to do is produce some of the most gorgeous models.  Well guys, it looks like the yard family keeps getting bigger and bigger.  This one looks like a welcome edition. 

Lisa with her Mom

At a charity event with husband Lenny

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ALL JAMAICA

All the Time...

ON OUR SCHEDULE

Happy New Year!

STREET STYLE: JAMAICA

     We love bloggers!  Make no mistake we are not ine of those "Me-Me-Me" blogs that only see the beauty of ourselves. On the contrary,  the love to highlight and acknowledge to contribution of others especially when they are either stylish, fabulous or both!   

      Take for instance the lovely Lauren from www.LaurenOLauren.com, not only is she a funny and insightful writer,  she happens to be one of the most fashionable Island Girls around.   (And you know how much we love our Island Girls).   We so enjoy her laid back approach to how she chooses her attire as well as her fun loving spirit, we just had to do post showing Lauren's Street Style. 

Sassy Pants

  

HAUTE HOMES: JAMAICA

Montego Bay

Flower Hill Villa

Million Dollar View

CELEBRITY VACATION FILES: JAMAICA

     Ms Boom Kack, Lori-Ann Gibson, posted this photo of herself stretched out, (like the true dance goddess she is), on a powder sand beach in beautiful Jamaica. 




      The edgy beauty decided to head home to sample some of her Mommy's 'punkin' soup and catch up on some much needed rest and relaxation.  


photos via:  @boomkack/instagram

    As all Jamaican's know, there's no place like home.

THROWBACK : YENDI PHILLIPS

Former Beauty Queen, television host and new Mom, YENDI PHILLIPS,  impressed her fan even more when she recently posted this photo of her and gorgeous baby daughter, Israel, to her Instagram for 'ThrowBack Thursdays".  The reason for the excitement?  It's not because Yendi is wearing a bikini because we are accustomed to seeing the Island Queen in her a bikini from time to time.  The reason for the uproar is because Yendi reported that this photo was taken a mere 10 WEEKS after the birth of her daughter.  Now that's what we call SNAP BACK!  

STREET STYLE: JAMAICA

Kingston

Kingston Belle



A  little lady-like style from our girl over at "Some Like It Vintage".  Don't forget to check them out at Facebook!

NEW MUSIC: BUSTA RHYMES

     In case you didn't know, Rap Icon and Island Son, BUSTA RHYMES has been making Tsunami sized waves in the music business after recently collaborating  up with friend and TRIBE CALLED QUEST bandmate, Q-TIP, after dropping the stream to their new mixtape, "The Abstact And The Dragon".  Q-TIP was also featured on BUSTA's  song "THANK YOU"  along with  Lil Wayne and rap Divo and recent father,  Kanye West. The song's video is expected to be released any day now.   Can't wait to see what these two rap legends will bring.  Stay tuned!





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