Photographer: Royan Descartes
Model: Cornelius George
Styled by: Studio MIA; Express slim fit short sleeve button up and Photographer Chino
Location: Pigeon Island National Landmark, St. Lucia
If there’s one thing that West Indians are known for, it is having pride in our respective island nations. With St. Lucia celebrating its 36th Independence anniversary this year, you probably took the opportunity to incorporate the key colours of Cerulean blue and gold (yellow) into your outfit for Independence Day. But why not keep that patriotism and pride going all year round? Here are some style tips to help you do just that, courtesy of Studio MIA.
First of all, let’s break down the history of the colours and their meaning specific to the beautiful Helen of the West’s flag colours.
The Cerulean blue represents fidelity. This blue reflects our tropical sky and also our emerald surrounding waters – the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.
In general, blue which is peaceful and tranquil causes the body to produce calming chemicals, so it is often used in bedrooms. Fashion consultants recommend wearing blue to job interviews because it symbolizes loyalty.
On St. Lucia’s flag, the gold represents the prevailing sunshine in the Caribbean and prosperity.
Yellow is largely cheerful and an attention getter. While it is considered an optimistic colour, it can be overpowering if overused. Yellow enhances concentration; hence its use for legal writing pads (go figure!) and it also speeds up metabolism.
When shopping for your Independence-inspired pieces, to be worn year round, accessories are the perfect option! Ladies can easily accessorize that every-day shift dress or shirt with a sunny yellow or cool blue necklace for work. A pair of pumps in either shade can add that pop of colour to any look. Gents can go for bold yellow shoes that can be paired with a simple white tee and everyday blue jeans for a day out and about, or a daringly bright tie or pocket square and that staple checkered, blue-and-white shirt that already sits in your closet to brighten up any Monday at the office.
About Studio MIA
Studio MIA is not your average clothing store. We aim to become the market leader in online fashion in Saint Lucia and throughout the region by delivering a world-class quality product to the Caribbean and beyond. Studio MIA provides the best shopping experience, the most competitive pricing and exclusive clothing styles and labels, all at your convenience. Our entire collection is easily accessible 24/7×365 through our up-to-the-minute, independently managed online store, www.shopstudiomia.com, and through Studio MIA’s signature PopUpShop, also known as a “pop-up store” or “flash retailing.” We have no physical store locations but we regularly add great new items to our website, Facebook and Instagram daily! Key search word: shopstudiomia
