Mel Gabriel is the owner and editor of Trinidad Lookbook; an Online and Print Magazine that showcases all the noteworthy fashion creations and creators in Trinidad and Tobago. We discuss with her the conception of Trinidad Lookbook, what it’s like producing the magazine and the state of T&T’s fashion industry . EP: How did Lookbook start? MG: Lookbook started in 2009. The idea really … Continue reading MEL GABRIEL: Editor, Publisher, Fashionphile
Yvonne Popplewell is one of the most prominent women in make-up in Trinidad and Tobago. She has been doing make up for fifty plus years and her reputation precedes her as the queen of face art. I can personally attest to the magical powers she possesses with make-up brush in hand. Vocation aside, she is a woman who understands what things are important and hers … Continue reading YVONNE POPPLEWELL: The Grande Dame of Make-Up (AUDIO)
Sunil Whittle is Make-Up Artist extraordinaire; a secret weapon of some of the top photographers in Trinidad and Tobago. When asked to describe his work, these were some of their responses : “The best Make-Up Artist I ever worked with”, “Flawless”, “Inspired”. Below, a few of Sunil’s own words about how he got started, his craft and the fashion industry in Trinidad and Tobago. EP: … Continue reading SUNIL WHITTLE: An “Inspired” Make Up Artist
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