Summer Sizzle BVI has become the Caribbean’s premiere fashion and lifestyle destination experience held in the British Virgin Islands. The 14-year anniversary event is scheduled for July 25 – 28, 2024 creating an epic mix of Fashion, Art, Music, Beauty & Culture. Celebrities, VIP Guests, top international and local models, kid models, fashion designers, beauty insiders, media influencers, local artists, and top DJs, are all lined up for this spectacular event. This year’s Global Glamour Runway Show will be hosted by Yaya DaCosta, renowned Actress and Model who will bring her unique blend of talent and charisma to the Global Glamour Runway Show on Saturday, July 27, 2024.
Yaya is currently captivating audiences as Andrea Freeman, a cut-throat prosecutor, in the second season of Netflix Hit Drama, The Lincoln Lawyer,"
"Although I grew up spending summers in the U.S. Virgin Islands, this will be my first time visiting the British Virgin Islands! Hosting the Summer Sizzle BVI 2024 Global Glamour Runway Show speaks to two prominent yet different aspects of my personality: the one who loves luxury and high fashion, and the one who loves leisure and high tides." Yaya DaCosta, Actress and Model said
Yaya DaCosta, renowned from America’s Next Top Model Cycle 3, is notable for roles in "Our Kind of People" and "Chicago Med,” She's left an indelible mark on both television and film. Noteworthy credits include her portrayal in the jazz biopic "Bolden" alongside Nelsan Ellis, Ian McShane, and Gary Carr, as well as her starring role in the 2015 Whitney Houston biopic "Whitney," directed by Angela Bassett.
Other celebrities include Joel Steingold, Actor, currently playing the role of Marcus St. John on The Chi and Jacobi Graham, Model and Fitness Guru can be currently seen on Love Island USA Season 6 CasaAmor.
Economic Impact
Every year the event attracts visitors which contribute to the BVI’s Tourism Industry. Guests stay at several hotels, resorts and Airbnb where costs include Tourism Tax and Service Charges for government and employees of properties.
Every guest pays environmental tax and departure tax,support local restaurants, supermarkets, ferry services, taxis, car rentals and stores; and many attend events in the Festival Village each year. We have seen many visitors extend their stay before the actual Summer Sizzle BVI Event and after the event to enjoy theculture and beauty of the BVI.
The BVI benefits from Summer Sizzle BVI. Our guests leave the BVI raving about the event and the destination, and promote the BVI within their network, social media, at other events, and with family and friends; says Terry Donovan.
Over the years Summer Sizzle BVI has played an incredible role in building Event Tourism in the Virgin Islands. Mr. Donovan went on to say.
“We are delighted to have Tippi Shorter, Celebrity Hairstylist and Mizani’s Global Artistic returning withsix of her top hairstylists and makeup artists to support the event. We also welcome back Stacy Gray, Celebrity Hairstylist and Ashunta Sheriff, Celebrity Makeup Artist who will travel with her entourage of friends within the beauty industry. I am very grateful for their continued support for Summer Sizzle BVI and the Virgin Islands.” Terry Donovan exclaimed
Cape Air Dress-to-impress contest!
Three best-dressed females and males will be selected by a judging panel and will face off on the Runway. The male and female winners will be determined by the crowd’s applause, with each receiving a round-tripticket on Cape Air to anywhere the airline flies in the Caribbean.
Elevated VIP Premium Experience
We are creating a VIP Premium Seating Area where guests can sit in the VIP Lounge for the Cocktail Reception from 6:00PM – 7:30PM and view the showwith cocktails, wine and hors d’oeuvres.
Summer Sizzle BVI is also launching two beautifully customized totes that will be available for purchase. VIP Premium Ticket Holders will receive the custom Summer Sizzle BVI vibrant-printed tote.
VIP Front Row and VIP Second Row tickets will include the Cocktail Reception and our Custom SSBVI Island Print tote.
Calling BVI Artists
The ‘When Art Meets Fashion Gala’ will provide a platform for local artists to showcase their work at Long Bay Beach Resort, where works will be on display from Wednesday July 24 to Friday July 26. The artists will also have an opportunity to display at the Global Glamour Runway Show on Saturday July 27 at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex.
Interested artists should contact: Juliana Georges –(284)345-2064.
Beauty Trends Event
Friday July 26, 2024
Wyndham Lambert Beach Resort
We're inviting skilled Hair and Makeup Artists to be part of our distinguished beauty team, offering an unparalleled experience to learn from and collaborate with leading figures in the beauty industry.
Why You Should Participate:
Exclusive Masterclass
On Friday, July 26, 2024, seize the opportunity to attend a Masterclass led by the esteemed Emmy-nominated Celebrity Makeup Artist and Beauty Entrepreneur, Ashunta Sheriff, alongside Tippi Shorter, a Celebrity Hairstylist and Mizani Global Artistic Director. This is a rare chance to gain insights and learn techniques directly from industry pioneers.
To Register please contact Juliana Georges – (284)345-2064.
The Global Glamour Runway Show
The highly anticipated Global Glamour Runway Show is the weekend’s highlight providing a leading platform for emerging and international designers to showcaseSummer and Resort Collections ranging from Designer Ready-to-Wear to Evening Wear for both men and women.
The designer line-up includes Sergio Hudson; Irina Shabayeva, Project Runway Season Sixth Winner;Coral Castillo, Project Runway Star from Season 19;GRAY; A. Potts; Cesar Galindo; Carlton Jones;Andrew Nowell; David Antonio; Jaer Caban; and BVI brands including The Islander Swim Collection by Andrea Wilson, and BVI’s own Audrey Blake and Morgan Creque with their debut collection.
The show will be styled by Memsor Kamarake, Celebrity Stylist and the always dazzling Children’s Presentation will be in partnership with “Who’s Styling Who”, Khaliah Clark, Celebrity Stylist.
SCHEDULE OF 2024 EVENTS
THURSDAY, JULY 25:
• LET’S LIME - Welcome Culture & Style Party – A Taste of BVI
• Dress Attire - LIME GREEN @ PRIME RESTAURANT
FRIDAY, JULY 26:
• Beauty Trends Workshops @ Wyndham Lambert Beach Resort
• When Art Meets Fashion Gala @ Long Bay Beach Resort
SATURDAY, JULY 27:
• Global Glamour Runway Show at Multi-Purpose Sports Complex
SUNDAY, JULY 28:
• Sailing Excursion & Beach Party on Virgin Gorda
Group rates will also be available. For more information you can contact Nardia Thomas-Mather at (284)-543-1936 or email us at info@summersizzlebvi.com
Confirmed sponsors for Summer Sizzle BVI 2024 are Government of the Virgin Islands – Office of the Premier, Popeye’s, BVI Promotion & Rentals, Ruffed Forbes and Associates, Cape Air, British Virgin Islands Tourist Board, Skelton Group, Speedy’s, PRIME Restaurant, Omar’s Nanny Cay and Omar’s Fusion at Sopher’s Hole Marina, Long Bay Beach Resort,Wyndham Lambert Beach Resort, TICO, My Beauty Unlimited, JAHPHIX, Bob's Gas & Service Station, DJ Commodore, Crandall’s, Island Time Car Rentals,Travel Wize, Ashunta Sheriff Beauty.
For more information on sponsorship and exhibition opportunities, and to purchase tickets and event packages for Summer Sizzle BVI, please visit www.summersizzlebvi.com.
Ticket Outlet Locations:
Tortola
Hazem Beauty Supplies
House of Luxury, Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park
J & C Department Store
Mr. Nice Guy
Virgin Gorda
Speedy’s
Mr. Nice Guy