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The Met Gala happened in New York on Monday and many people had their opinions about the
interpretations fashion houses and celebrities presented on the red carpet relating to the theme
“American Independence”.

The event signaled the opening of the Costume Institute’s annual fashion exhibit.

From political statement pieces by popular Congresswomen to show-stopping iconic costumes

from Rihanna, Kim Kardashian, JLO and new generation stars like Chloe and Hallie, Billie Eilish
and many others, everyone who is anyone in fashion came out to the scaled down event to
showcase the biggest brands like Givenchy, Tom Ford, Versace, and Balenciaga.

The invite-only Gala is one of the most exclusive social events in the world. It doubles as one of
the biggest fundraising nights in New York City at $35,000 per ticket.

Here in Jamaica we also have our independent fashion institution known as Dancehall. The
genre, while not boasting any event at such high ticket prices, has been known to set fashion
trends that highlight the spirit and culture of Jamaica. The indigenous fashion styles developed
on the island are often copied and duplicated by some of these same fashion houses and top-
flight celebrities, often inaccurately appropriating and without credit.

Here are 4 fashions trends from Jamaica and dancehall culture that has found their way all over
the world and inspired high fashion.

Locks, Red and Green marina,shabba cut off pants and Jamaican flag colour