“I was discovered by a scout in Jamaica. I was with different modeling agencies until I landed at IMG. I now am with Q Models and CESD in New York. I did campaigns for so many brands and was shot by famous photographers like Steven Miesel, Walter Chin and Ellen von Unwerth.”
Grey Chesterfield Square-tailed Jacket: the Vessel. by lois
“My modeling career was a lovely period in my life that lasted over a decade. It was a wonderful career both here and in Europe! It’s good when you can enter the modeling industry and last for more than a season or two.”
T-shirt: the Vessel of love T shirt by Andrew Hur (Part proceeds from sales will benefit the Manning Boys Home) Jamaica.
“Being a designer now can be very challenging. I feel like the industry has changed so much over the last fifteen years! Production and distribution of your products feels a bit more difficult.”
Apron Dress with Jacket, Double Her-Tie: The North Africa series (Marrakech and Dakar) from the Vessel. by lois.
“I think its okay to express your self through, but at the end of the day whatever you feel inside comes out anyway, even though the clothing acts as a vessel and uplifts you and makes you feel you can wear something to project how you feel.”
Jumper and Box Jacket: the Vessel. by lois
“As a designer, I wanted to create something that is non-seasonal and transitional pieces pieces that will stand the test of time. I want the person who invests in my collection to come back ten years from now and find that my pieces are still not out of style.”
Jacket with pleated tail and skinny skirt: the Vessel. by lois
“To stay fit, I walk a lot and do dancing. I’m not rigorous in any kind of exercise, but I do night walks in Central Park and I used to bike a lot. Every five or six months, I go see my trainer for a rigorous workout routine. I also cook almost everyday. I love my veggies!”
Nude Platform Pumps: Steve Madden
“When I started, I wanted to be a good vessel, which inspired the name of the collection. To make this real, I’ve partnered with a boys home back in Jamaica. I went back and met directors there and they have so many basic needs. It was clear to me that this is how the vessel – my clothing line – can give back.”
Shirt Dress with long tail: the Vessel. by lois