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Published:Monday | July 21, 2025 | 12:08 AM
Joylene Thompson commands attention in a custom-made ToniRaine yellow crochet maxi that blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary style.
Joylene Thompson commands attention in a custom-made ToniRaine yellow crochet maxi that blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary style.
Alex Henry keeps it crisp and clean on Festival Night One in a cream bomber jacket that stands out against the festival’s colourful backdrop.
Alex Henry keeps it crisp and clean on Festival Night One in a cream bomber jacket that stands out against the festival’s colourful backdrop.
Designer Troy Oraine Williamson, the creative force behind Tribe Nine Studios, brings quiet refinement to Montego Bay in a tailored blue vest and pants set from his collection.
Designer Troy Oraine Williamson, the creative force behind Tribe Nine Studios, brings quiet refinement to Montego Bay in a tailored blue vest and pants set from his collection.
Striking the balance between edgy and refined, Rochelle Lobban’s statement-making denim-meets-leather ensemble mirrors the high-energy vibe of the music festival’s biggest night.
Striking the balance between edgy and refined, Rochelle Lobban’s statement-making denim-meets-leather ensemble mirrors the high-energy vibe of the music festival’s biggest night.
Dominic Bell, communications manager, J. Wray and Nephew, pauses for a photo at the Magnum booth on Reggae Sumfest Festival Night One.
Dominic Bell, communications manager, J. Wray and Nephew, pauses for a photo at the Magnum booth on Reggae Sumfest Festival Night One.
Juanita Dias rocks her Cooyah tee with flair.
Juanita Dias rocks her Cooyah tee with flair.
Musical artiste Tashantyy is red hot, pairing her red fringe dress with a Chanel bag.
Musical artiste Tashantyy is red hot, pairing her red fringe dress with a Chanel bag.
Toniann Brown brought the edge in black leather and fishnets.
Toniann Brown brought the edge in black leather and fishnets.
Professional race car driver Doug Gore and his wife, Shanice, soak up the performances in fine style. While Doug keeps it classic, Shanice makes an entrance in a black panelled high-neck mesh jumpsuit from Mugler.
Professional race car driver Doug Gore and his wife, Shanice, soak up the performances in fine style. While Doug keeps it classic, Shanice makes an entrance in a black panelled high-neck mesh jumpsuit from Mugler.
Shania Obermann is on theme for Night One in a sleek nude leather dress and gold chain belt by Windsor, paired perfectly with chic shoes from Keeks.
Shania Obermann is on theme for Night One in a sleek nude leather dress and gold chain belt by Windsor, paired perfectly with chic shoes from Keeks.
Styled in a tropical top and cargo shorts from Fashion Nova and espadrilles by Brit Bran, influencer Shameika Gordon channels the newly launched Red Stripe Mango flavour.
Styled in a tropical top and cargo shorts from Fashion Nova and espadrilles by Brit Bran, influencer Shameika Gordon channels the newly launched Red Stripe Mango flavour.
Veronica Court arrived from New York and stepped straight into the Sumfest spirit, rocking camo cargo shorts, a camel tank, and Nike sneakers.
Veronica Court arrived from New York and stepped straight into the Sumfest spirit, rocking camo cargo shorts, a camel tank, and Nike sneakers.
 From left: Latoy Lawrence, head of marketing, Flow; Dwayne Bennett, account manager; and Danielle Savory, senior manager, communications, paused for a quick snap before turning up the ‘riddim’ inside the Flow booth.
From left: Latoy Lawrence, head of marketing, Flow; Dwayne Bennett, account manager; and Danielle Savory, senior manager, communications, paused for a quick snap before turning up the ‘riddim’ inside the Flow booth.
Social media personalities and content creators André Skeen (left) and Daindra Harrison brought the vibes and ‘riddim’ to the Flow booth.
Social media personalities and content creators André Skeen (left) and Daindra Harrison brought the vibes and ‘riddim’ to the Flow booth.
Kennedy Ashley from Atlanta did not disappoint, turning heads in a daring fuchsia halter top and high-slit skirt.
Kennedy Ashley from Atlanta did not disappoint, turning heads in a daring fuchsia halter top and high-slit skirt.
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All roads led to the Catherine Hall Entertainment Complex in Montego Bay for Festival Night One of Reggae Sumfest 2025, and, from the moment gates opened, patrons made it clear that dancehall wasn’t just something you listened to, it was something you wore. Festival-ready looks dominated the night, with statement jewellery, bold colours, and custom fits taking centre stage. Something Extra brings you the highlights.