NORMA EBANKS
FASHION DESIGNER
Designer, Norma Ebanks, has always had an immense love for fashion. She studied at the notable Parsons School of Design (also famous for being the home of Supermodel Heidi Klum’s TV show “Project Runway”) and Sew Rite School, in New York City, gaining certification in Fashion Designing and Home Décor. She was also trained in Fashion and Design, in Jamaica, at the Howell School of Fashion.
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After completing her studies abroad, Norma returned to the Cayman Islands full of inspiration and, most importantly, purpose. Shortly thereafter, she established the renowned fashion powerhouse, Creative Fashion and Design, which is a successful, community-based fashion studio catering to both local and international clientele, for the past 20 years. Her one-of-a-kind designs have been worn by individuals from all walks of life, including Caymanian beauty contestants and beauty queens.
Norma’s artistic talent in the field of fashion has not gone unnoticed as numerous awards have been bestowed upon her, throughout the years, including the Caymanian Designer of the Year Award (received in 2009) and the prestigious Avant Garde Award (received in 2010), both from the Cayman National Cultural Foundation.
Another highlight of her illustrious career took place internationally, as her signature designs graced the runway at NY Fashion Meets DC in August of 2022 and then, in September of 2022, at New York Fashion Week.
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With over 35 years’ experience in the fashion industry, Norma’s mission has always been to support people in her home country, the Cayman Islands, the Caribbean region and internationally, who dream of a career in fashion design. She has taught and mentored many designers, through the Creative Fashion School, which offers an array of fashion-related courses.
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In 2019 Norma, along with her partners, launched InStyle Cayman which created a solid foundation in the Cayman Islands by giving upcoming Caymanian designers exposure to international designers and the opportunity to showcase their talent throughout the fashion world.
In addition to her contributions to the fashion industry, Norma has also served as a Scholarship Interview Panelist with the Cayman Islands Government, since April 2017, and has been actively involved in assisting many local charities, over the years.
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Norma took her dedication to the next level by launching Cayman InStyle Fashion Week. This groundbreaking event is a collaborative effort between Cayman Fashion Week and Cayman Fashion School, aiming to foster and celebrate local talent while providing a platform for aspiring designers to showcase their work. By partnering with the non-profit organization Cayman Fashion School and the Alex Panton Foundation, Norma ensures that the event also contributes to charitable causes, further solidifying her commitment to uplifting the fashion community in the Cayman Islands.
In February 2023, Norma Ebanks participated in The Fashion Life Tour in New York, showcasing her passion and talent on an international platform.
Norma was honored in March 2023 with the esteemed "Trailblazer Honoree Award" at the Cayman Instyle Fashion Week. This recognition signifies her significant contributions to the fashion industry and her role as a visionary and teacher.
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Most recently, She was featured in Sheen Magazine on her pieces at The Fashion Life Tour show.