Owner and Journalist of the blog site, FashionBombDaily.com, Claire Sulmers is set to host the 11th Annual Summer Sizzle BVI, when the event kicks off on Thursday, July 25, 2019, to Sunday July 28, 2019, for the 2019 edition of the show. Photo: Provided

Summer Sizzle BVI, a Caribbean fashion and lifestyle event held annually in the Virgin Islands (VI). Photo: Facebook

A scene from Summer Sizzle BVI 2013. Photo: VINO/File

A scene from Summer Sizzle BVI 2013. Photo: VINO/File

According to Founder and Producer of Summer Sizzle BVI, Terry T. Donovan, ‘progressively, the translation of beauty and style is becoming synonymous with the glamour and culture of the [British] Virgin Islands—which further invigorates our purpose to produce a famed international fashion destination event that rivals any other.’ Photo: VINO/File

According to a press release on June 26, 2019, the Annual Summer Sizzle—a fashion and lifestyle event—will see Ms Sulmers take the lead as host and presenter. The release noted that in addition to founding FashionBombDaily.com, the industry’s leading fashion blogger and lifestyle influencer, Ms Sulmers was featured on Forbes.com as one of the fastest growing bloggers with over 2.4 million followers.

The schedule of events for 2019 includes:

• Thursday, July 25, 2019 – Welcome Culture & Style Opening Party @ D’CoalPot BVI Restaurant Bar & Grill, Carrot Bay, Tortola @ 8pm
• Friday, July 26, 2019 – Style Gala – Neon After Dark @ Quito’s Gazebo @ 8pm
• Saturday, July 27, 2019 - Global Glamour Runway Show at Multi-Purpose Sports Complex @ 7:30pm & VIP After Party at Aromas at Tortola Pier Park
• Sunday, July 28, 2019 - Sailing Excursion to Jost Van Dyke & Beach Party

Caribbean's premiere summer event

Summer Sizzle BVI, the Caribbean’s premiere summer event, includes a fusion of fashion art, music and culture held over four days. This year’s line-up includes collections by Kimora Lee Simmons, Baby Phat, Korto Momolu, Cesar Galindo, Uzuri International, Chen Burkett, Raphelita by David Rolle, Nikini Resort Wear, Aqua Couture by Roger Gary, Shernicia Myers, The Islander Swim, Andrew Nowell and more.

According to Founder and Producer, Terry T. Donovan, “Progressively, the translation of beauty and style is becoming synonymous with the glamour and culture of the British Virgin Islands—which further invigorates our purpose to produce a famed international fashion destination event that rivals any other.”

He noted that the organisation is happy to have Ms Sulmers host the event, “which gives us an opportunity to showcase the BVI’s breathtaking, panoramic views which are an ideal location and backdrop for a fashion celebration like Summer Sizzle BVI and our scenery are perfect for photo shoots and advertising campaigns.” 

In addition to the exclusive parties, sailing adventure, and the Global Glamour Runway Show, attendees of the event will have the opportunity to partake in fascinating travel experience, ocean view accommodations, distinctive culinary fare, and a vibrant culture that permeates elegance and nature.

Organisers say the Goal of Summer Sizzle BVI is to help inspire and empower creative youths in the community, offering them a platform in the areas of fashion, beauty, and art. This year's Summer Sizzle BVI will also launch an Arts Fund to provide scholarship to selected students in the future.