By Zoisa Fraser
Michelle Cole-Rose’s star is ascending. On the verge of launching a new exciting line of clothing, the quintessential local fashion designer, who is still basking in the joy of being a new mother, won the Best Country Designer award at the first ever Caribbean Fashion Awards held at the Centre of Excellence in Trinidad last Saturday.
Michelle was elated but not too surprised at her win, when she spoke with The Scene earlier this week. She had also been nominated for the Best Caribbean Designer title at the awards show, but this award was won by Trinidadian Heather Thomas.
Michelle, who has earned her place on the Guyana and regional fashion arenas, said she was speechless when her name was announced for the award and just stood motionless for a few seconds. The award was a good birthday present for the designer, who celebrated her birthday that same day.