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- The Jamaica Beauty, Fashion & Wellness Expo runs Saturday and Sunday, leading into the 2026 Miss Universe Jamaica Grand Coronation.
- Dr. Gabrielle Henry will make her first public appearance since her injury in Thailand last year to crown her successor on Sunday.
- The weekend features a fashion showcase, a Design Essentials hair show, Fania Ffrench make-up demos, and model coaching by Lu Sierra and Miqueal-Symone Williams.
Jamaica’s fashion, beauty, and wellness sectors are joining forces for a major weekend event as Jamaica Beauty, Fashion & Wellness Week culminates with the 2026 Miss Universe Jamaica Grand Coronation. The multi-day gathering features the Jamaica Beauty, Fashion & Wellness Expo, which opens its doors on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and continues on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
A major highlight of the weekend will be the return of Dr. Gabrielle Henry, who is set to make her first official public appearance since sustaining an injury in Thailand last year. According to Mark McDermoth, president of Atelier Dermoth Williams Limited, Dr. Henry will take the stage on Sunday during the coronation ceremony to crown her successor.
In addition to the pageant, attendees will experience a lineup of industry showcases and workshops. Saturday night will feature the Jamaica Fashion Collections showcase, highlighting creations from top designers. The schedule also includes a specialized hair show presented by Design Essentials, make-up demonstrations by Fania Ffrench, and expert model coaching sessions led by Lu Sierra alongside Miss Universe Jamaica 2020 Miqueal-Symone Williams.