– Donna Ramsammy James’ work has been making an impact in Italy and London
Renowned Guyanese designer Donna Ramsammy James on Sunday evening launched her 2014 collection called “Muujiza wa Amani” at an event held on the lawn of her D’Urban Street home.
The audience was treated to a 45-minute presentation, which featured more than 150 pieces for men and women. The atmosphere was right, with the appropriate music for the various designs. The models did a fantastic job during the presentation, captivating the hearts of those present as they took to the runway.
The name “Muujiza wa Amani’ means “Magic of peace” and the designs were carefully put together using various fabrics such as linen and cotton.
The eye-catching colours of the presentation were breathtaking – shades of green, orange, yellow, and blue complemented with black, white, grey, and brown.
The collection is about “peace” and the environment. Each design was worn with matching costume jewellery and handbag where appropriate.
Ensembles
The evening started with the models appearing in ensembles made of brown cotton with masks covering their faces. As they stood in a line, they unmasked themselves to the members of the audience.
The little children were also a part of the historic event and they reiterated that getting rid of garbage is a way of keeping our surroundings clean.
At the end of the fabulous display, the designer, Donna Ramsammy James stepped onto the runway to loud cheers. Immediately after the private viewing, the designer told media operative that the designs presented had been in the making for a year.
This collection, she added, is her 15th and she will soon concentrate on the 16th edition, which is expected to be held at the Herdmanston Lodge, Peter Rose and Lamaha streets, Georgetown in November 2014. She recalled that for the past 15 years, the private viewing was done at her residence, but she believes that it has outgrown the space; hence, a decision was taken to shift the venue.
Ramsammy James recollected that when she started a few years ago, a handful of people were invited, but now, her clientele has expanded tremendously. The designer also revealed that her work is creating an impact in Italy, London and other countries.
One important fact to note is that outfits are made to order and cannot be purchased at any store. Prices range from $Gy15,000 to Gy$35,000 a piece.
