Celebrate Jamaica's Independence with local-made products
You’re probably feeling patriotic; chances are, you haven’t yet been inspired by the Independence Day festivities and are in need of a reminder.
Well, if you’re truly Jamaican, you know we are born hoarders (read: love to shop). Many Jamaicans even take pride in buying local, supporting Brand Jamaica.
So, in celebration of Independence, Loop Lifestyle curated a list of Instagram-friendly small businesses that provide Jamaican-branded items – some made right here on The Rock.
The best part, all our international friends can rediscover Jamaica and shop Jamaican 'tings' right at home as these items are all availableonline.
Kataleya Creations hopes to ‘adorn your feet’ with a range of stylish sandals for men and women. See more here:
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If you’re looking for a literal representation of Jamaica, check out Leanora Sandals & Accessories Jamaican-coloured strappy sandals.
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Meluxe Natural Skin and Hair offers a range of home-made skin and hair products from a Clarendon-based retailer. Charcoal masks, castor shea hair butter, hair growth serums, and body scrubs are some of their popular buys. Check them out here:
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The concept of plant-based meals is lost to some, but what better way to celebrate Rock Independence than with home-grown farm to table fare? Check out Shibumi Jamaica
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Handmade locally and inspired by Africa are the vibrant bags and accessories from Quaint by GSC. The eye-catching satchels, backpacks, and duffle bags are designed with brightly coloured Ankara print fabric and leather that are hard to overlook. See for yourself here:
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Waistbeads, anklets, chokers, earrings, and semi-precious stone bracelets are available from Let’s Brace It – a Canada-based trinket trove of beaded jewellery. See below:
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Star.Fyr Designs is a clothing business created by young fashion designer SuriStar. Her tie-dye designs are impressive and a perfect representation of Rock colours.
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One’s sure to find something Jamaican and inspiring when they check out Jamaica Merch on Instagram, the ‘Kool Nuh Man’ face mask and Jamaican slang art are simply irresistible.
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Shantae Powell creates handmade clutches for ‘every lovely lady’ from her @shansweetstiches line. The prints are exotic and likely to be a showstopper. Check out this hot number here:
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Time for a bathroom break? Shower with Stunning Impression’s cruelty-free shampoos and shower gels, available here:
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If hand-crafted thread art interests you, then these works created by Shantoy Brown are sure to make you stop and check your debit card balance.
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Step into summer with locally made minimalist artisanal sandals from Jamaica Sandal Company. The classic designs will get you hooked, and customer reviews have it that the slides are just as comfy.
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If you’ve ever though that Jamaica’s nice and wanted to share it with the world, now’s your chance. These Jamaican-made T-shirts, hoodies, and other wares from Jamaica Nice make quite the statement.
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Anncrafted Ja are creators of some special soaps. How? You ask? With natural all-organic facial cleansing bars – no muss, no fuss, simplicity. After all, skincare should be clean and low maintenance, and with a certified aesthetician at the helm, there's no denying Anncrafted Ja knows beauty.
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'The likkle sum’n you need’ whenever you start cooking, often comes in the form of seasoning or condiments to add a little zhoosh to your meal. Find your zhoosh in FenMade hot sauce or pepper jelly products made with Jamaican Scotch Bonnet peppers from Miss Jamaica Universe 2014 Kaci Fennell.
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Jamaican handbag designers GGoC aka God’s Gift of Creativity, has, for years, provided several Jamaican women with one-of-a-kind handbags that are crisp and elegant.
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Clear skin is possible if you are consistent and apply Serenely Skincare’ handmade organic beauty products. They create soaps and body butters that many recommend to whip skin into gorgeous, glowing results.
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Care for some dainty Jamaican made Jewellery and watches? Then check out Susancia, where the pieces are designed by Ruth Browne for the minimalist. Even the maximalist can look at Susancia jewellery, the designs are so simple and delicate they can be stacked to make an exaggerated statement.
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20 things you'd know only if you went to St Joseph's Convent
St Joseph's Convent is an all-girls Roman Catholic secondary school.
Initially located in the city of Castries, after a fire on August 30, 1959, it was relocated to the present building at Cedars Road, Castries.
The institution prides itself in providing a moral and Christian environment in which each young girl’s talents are enhanced and each feels a sense of worth, community and responsibility.
Guided by professional teachers who act as mentors, the girls are exposed to a series of development activities which fosters creative thinking and a sense of togetherness.
Although known nationally for producing some of the island’s best academic performers, the students do enjoy some downtime which allows them to create lifelong memories with each other.
You may not identify with all the memories listed below, but if you attended St Joseph’s Convent in the last 20 years there should beat least a few that you will recall fondly.
Sister Claire – She was the uniform inspector. Always making sure the girls’ uniforms were at the correct lengths. She was also the owner of ‘The Tickler’ which was the belt she used to punish misbehaving students.
Mr Felicien – All students were nervous when he was on stage at assembly. Famous for calling students ‘dotish’, everyone was hoping not to be called out and embarrassed in front of the entire school.
Mr Savy – He was obsessed and passionate about Mathematics
The smell of dirty socks in the AV room
Ms Johnson Laurie – She was nicknamed ‘scratch and sniff’. If you know, you know.
The sacred grass – Students were not allowed to walk on the grass
Sitting on the floor – Although many regard convent girls as being ‘stuck up’, it was part of Convent culture and tradition to sit on the floor.
Elocution Competition – During the first three years at St Joseph’s Convent every girl would look forward to the competition, which was fun yet competitive.
SJC steel orchestra – This was one of the signature things about the school. The girls were exposed to learning to play different instruments while appreciating various genres of music. They also enjoyed the opportunity of performing across the island and bonding with each other. Some of the girls who were part of the band are still friends after leaving the school.
There was a theme for every assembly
Tasty dhals from Miss Baba
Annual Calypso Competition – Where there was music, there was SJC. Every student looked forward to the calypso competition. There was always at least one calypso which was filled with harmony that had students singing all year long. There was one time a student sang about bomb scares which occurred very often during that year.
Sister Rufina – She was strict. Students tried to not get into trouble for fear of getting a serious lashing from her
STEC Club – Every girl wanted to be part of this environmental club to wear the cute uniforms with the tie
Sister Annanciata – In cookery, she used to spray all the food
MrsDestangalways sleeping in Geography class
Float and ketchup - This was a Convent thing. Every girl has had one of these from the canteen.
The Carnival Princess show – The level of competition for this show was always stiff but the girls always had a wonderful time
House competitions
Cheese paste sandwiches from the canteen
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