Lifestyle October 21 2026

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  • Out to support her father, Transport Minister Daryl Vaz, on his appointment to the Order of Jamaica, Victoria Vaz opts for a subtle shade of blue in an Aritzia find. Out to support her father, Transport Minister Daryl Vaz, on his appointment to the Order of Jamaica, Victoria Vaz opts for a subtle shade of blue in an Aritzia find. Photo - Antoine Lodge
  • Out to support her father, Transport Minister Daryl Vaz, on his appointment to the Order of Jamaica, Victoria Vaz opts for a subtle shade of blue in an Aritzia find. Out to support her father, Transport Minister Daryl Vaz, on his appointment to the Order of Jamaica, Victoria Vaz opts for a subtle shade of blue in an Aritzia find. Photo - Antoine Lodge
  • Public Defender Carolyn Reid Cameron taps a longtime wardrobe favourite, accessorising with a necklace from Xtras as she shows her support for the honourees. Public Defender Carolyn Reid Cameron taps a longtime wardrobe favourite, accessorising with a necklace from Xtras as she shows her support for the honourees. Photo - Antoine Lodge
  • Staying true to pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Sandra Samuels, president of Jamaica Reach to Recovery, receives the insignia of the Order of Distinction (Officer) in a look from Resortwear by Eroleen. Staying true to pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Sandra Samuels, president of Jamaica Reach to Recovery, receives the insignia of the Order of Distinction (Officer) in a look from Resortwear by Eroleen. Photo - Antoine Lodge
  • All smiles, Senator Dr Elon Thompson arrives with his spouse, Dr Camelia Thompson. All smiles, Senator Dr Elon Thompson arrives with his spouse, Dr Camelia Thompson. Photo - Antoine Lodge
  • Speaker of the House of Representatives Juliet Holness breaks up her monochromatic blue look with a crisp, white single-breasted blazer. Speaker of the House of Representatives Juliet Holness breaks up her monochromatic blue look with a crisp, white single-breasted blazer. Photo - Antoine Lodge
  • Interior designer Veronica Bailey-Anderson and her daughter, Baeleigh Anderson, make a lovely mother-daughter pair as they pose for our lens. Interior designer Veronica Bailey-Anderson and her daughter, Baeleigh Anderson, make a lovely mother-daughter pair as they pose for our lens. Photo - Antoine Lodge
  • Digicel Jamaica CEO Stephen Murad shares the frame with his wife, Krystal, an attorney-at-law. Digicel Jamaica CEO Stephen Murad shares the frame with his wife, Krystal, an attorney-at-law. Photo - Antoine Lodge
  • Programme manager Stacey-Ann Meggo embraces a palette of browns as she turns out to support dancehall artiste Mr Vegas, who was conferred with an Order of Distinction in the rank of Officer Programme manager Stacey-Ann Meggo embraces a palette of browns as she turns out to support dancehall artiste Mr Vegas, who was conferred with an Order of Distinction in the rank of Officer. Photo - Antoine Lodge
  • Audrey Tugwell Henry, Scotia Group Jamaica president and CEO, puts her own spin on power dressing in a jumpsuit by Toronto-based Freda’s, as she is conferred with the Order of Distinction in the rank of Commander. Audrey Tugwell Henry, Scotia Group Jamaica president and CEO, puts her own spin on power dressing in a jumpsuit by Toronto-based Freda’s, as she is conferred with the Order of Distinction in the rank of Commander. Photo - Antoine Lodge
  • Susan Wilson-Brooks, executive assistant in the Ministry of Local Government and now a member of the Order of Distinction in the rank of Officer, looks chic in a Zara midi wrap dress. Susan Wilson-Brooks, executive assistant in the Ministry of Local Government and now a member of the Order of Distinction in the rank of Officer, looks chic in a Zara midi wrap dress. Photo - Antoine Lodge

King’s House in St Andrew was awash with pride and celebration on National Heroes Day as the 2026 Ceremony of Investiture and Presentation of National Honours and Awards recognised Jamaicans whose outstanding contributions continue to shape the nation. With dignitaries, industry leaders, family and friends gathered to cheer on the honourees, the morning was filled with heartfelt moments and well-deserved applause. Dignitaries, industry leaders, family and friends gathered to celebrate the honourees, while gospel artiste Rhoda Isabella and JCDC Festival Song winner dBurnz were among the performers, adding to the morning’s festivities.

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