KINGSTON, Jamaica—Before she launched Tanya-Marie Collection in 2012, Tanya Marie was drawn to the “bold styles” of designers such as Roberto Cavalli, D Squared and Zuhair Murad.
She takes a similar approach to her creations, which have been worn by clients including Jamaica’s First Lady Juliet Holness and rapper Pitbull.
The Kingston-born Tanya Marie, a longtime Miami resident, is about to launch her latest line, tagged TM #OpulentBohemian. Like her previous work, the pieces reflect her outlook on life.
“Design is an integral part of who I am, it’s like breathing. Inspiration is constant, and it’s a spiritual experience,” she told the Observer Online. “My mantra is, ‘dress the way your soul feels’.”
On August 27, Tanya Marie is expected to discuss her career and upcoming project when she appears on Winner Circle: The Brown Bag Edition, a podcast operated out of South Florida by fellow Jamaican Honorebel.
While celebrities like music producer Timbaland and cast members from The Real Housewives reality series have worn Tanya Marie pieces, the clients who give her the biggest thrill are not famous.
“My most fulfilling clients are professional women who exude confidence and style – doctors, lawyers, and industry leaders. Seeing my beautiful pieces worn and loved around the world is the most rewarding part of my career,” she said.
This will be the sixth Winner Circle: The Brown Bag Edition. The podcast debuted last February with Honorebel hosting a panel that included singers Etana and Singing Melody, discussing music industry issues.
Music has been the main theme of subsequent shows, but the previous edition in July featured Rohan Marley, principal of Marley Coffee and son of reggae legend Bob Marley. He gave his views on operating that company in a competitive industry, and being the child of a pop icon.
