AYASTYLER JULY 2020
CRYSTAL CUNNINGHAM
MODEL/RADIO PERSONALITYÂ CARIBBEAN FASHION/ BEAUTY BLOGGER
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AYA STYLER is a Caribbean based accessories brand. We launched the AYA STYLER Challenge to feature the beauty, creativity and style of local bloggers, influencers and accessory lovers, showcasing the brands unique, effortless designs made and styled for all women. The challenge also aims to add to the world's fashion landscape from the Caribbean perspective.
CRYSTAL CUNNINGHAM Standing at 5'10", Crystal is the face of Port-of-Spain Fashion Week (POSFW). A former international model, she is now a media professional. Having worked in radio and TV for the past 10 years, she is currently one of the main voices on Music Radio 97's daily lineup. Crystal has also been featured in many notable television productions for BET/Centric, SportsMax and CNMG (now TTT). A former Miss T&T delegate, Crystal has represented our country at the Ms Caraibes Hibiscus Pageant and the Ms Maja Mundial Pageant. She was also signed to two of South Africa's leading model agencies where she featured in campaigns for Levi's Footwear, Oprah Magazine and Ponds.
5 Questions with Crystal What is your must have jewelry? Diamante stud earrings.
What is your jewelry preference? Studs over dangle earrings; necklace over bracelet; and anklet over waist beads. How would you describe your style? Style is an evolution and will change over time, however I love statement pieces, particularly unique jewelry, handbags and shoes. I like to be casual and down-to-earth, and I love comfort and easy-tocare-for clothes. I am also cultured and poised and compliment my lifestyle with polished, fashion-forward clothing. How do you feel fashion influences women? Yves Saint Laurent said it best, "I have always believed that fashion was not only to make women more beautiful but also to reassure them, give them confidence". The way you dress can have a big effect on your mood, attitude, selfesteem, perception, and even reality. Fashion not only makes a woman feel more confident but is also a means of selfempowerment. What is your goal as an influencer? Goals change and vary with time and space, so given the current economic climate and the adverse effects of the pandemic, one of my main goals is to create greater awareness and appreciation for our locally produced goods. We have so many amazing designers and artisans with quality brands and I want Trinbagonians to experience them all. Also, to understand that when we support local, we also support the rebuilding of our local economy by keeping the money in T&T. I believe that once people get to know more about these local brands and experiences through me, they will buy and consume more local products
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