Photograped by Faith Bowman

I was born in Manchester, Jamaica to Austin and Marjorie Samuels. I live in New York where I run my label, ‘The Vessel by Lois’. It’s called ‘The Vessel’ because I believe we are all vessels of life and spirit. Vessels nurture, protect and provide which is my label works with The Manning Boys Home in Jamaica, which houses abandoned and abused boys.

I did not study fashion design, I experienced it. Modelling gave me the opportunity to work with incredible designers such as Issey Miyake, Christian Lacroix, Thierry Mugler, Christophe Lemaire and Ralph Rucci Chado amongst others. When I began working with menswear designers, I grew fond of that side of the industry. One day, I decided to infuse my  love for menswear design with my ongoing interest in bespoke tailoring. I created a tailored and uniformed signature for my label which launched at New York Fashion Week and Caribbean Fashion Week in Kingston, Jamaica back in the spring of 2009.

My launch collection was influenced by multi-seasonal and durable clothing. I wanted to create classic and comfortable pieces that could be worn by women in any lifestyle or line of work. My designs are simple and sophisticated which is why they are durable and season-less. I believe women want to feel comfortable while being sexy and confident, and clothing can be a powerful tool once you feel good in them.

The launch of my label is the result of a wonderful dream.  It is just the beginning and my plan is to keep following all my hearts desires.

Click here more info on Lois Samuels’ label.