标签： Jamaica

Fransiva, the brainchild of Jamaican designer Carcell Fransiva, has achieved a significant milestone by showcasing its collection at The Bureau Los Angeles Fashion Week (LAFW). Held from October 17-18 at the Lot Studios in Hollywood, the event marked a pivotal moment for the brand, which has been steadily gaining traction since its launch in 2014. A total of 18 meticulously crafted looks were displayed, each embodying the brand’s signature blend of structure, movement, and luxury detailing. Fransiva’s participation not only amplified its global presence but also garnered overwhelmingly positive feedback, paving the way for future collaborations and retail opportunities. Born in Pedro District, St. Catherine, Carcell Fransiva’s journey into fashion began during his high school years, where he remixed clothing for social events. His passion for design flourished as he worked with dancehall artists and later pursued a degree in Marketing. Today, Fransiva stands out for its unique fusion of elegance, luxury, and comfort, offering timeless pieces that tell a story. With aspirations to become an international fashion house, Fransiva is now targeting global markets, offering its designs through its official website and select pop-up experiences.

From his humble beginnings as a sound system operator in Seaview Gardens, Kingston, Jamaica, Dasvibes has always been driven by a singular mission: to spotlight emerging dancehall talent from underserved communities. Now based in Brisbane, Australia, where he has resided for 16 years, Dasvibes continues to champion the genre with his latest project, ‘Dancehall Nice Again,’ a compilation album released on October 25. The album features a dynamic mix of established stars like Turbulence and rising artists such as Charly B, Wiski D, and Wilful Skillful, representing a diverse array of countries including Jamaica, Australia, the United States, France, Costa Rica, and Guyana. In an interview with Observer Online, Dasvibes emphasized his deliberate approach to curating the album, stating, ‘I handpicked artistes based on authenticity, originality, and their passion for real dancehall culture. I wanted voices that embody the true spirit of dancehall and bring their own cultural flavour.’ One of the standout tracks, ‘One Life,’ a collaboration with Turbulence, has already gained significant traction in the UK and South Africa. Other notable contributions include Wiski D’s ‘Bring That Come,’ Charly B’s ‘Reda Than Red,’ and Yellow Marshall’s ‘Not Like Dem.’ Dasvibes, who spent four years perfecting the project, aims to showcase the vibrancy and global appeal of dancehall. Beyond music, Dasvibes is a mobile application developer and a key figure in Australia’s burgeoning dancehall scene. His earlier success with the EDM track ‘Stickmen Toys Rock’ and his roots as DJ Wade on the Dub Sonic sound system in Seaview Gardens have cemented his reputation as a multifaceted talent. His journey, blending a passion for information technology with music production, underscores his unique contribution to the dancehall genre.