Local Designer Re-Opens Boutique

Fijian designer, Samson Lee, has re-opened his boutique store at Butt Street, Suva.

It follows a revamp and restocking period.

The re-opening celebrates Fijian Made wear through the stores newly designed layout.

The shop is also home to designer labels from Andrew Powell, Tefui and Star to name a few.

Upon his return from the success of his United States of America show, Mr Lee was inspired to launch the next chapter of his journey.

The Salusalu collection, which he launched on his America tour, will be showcased at the shop.

“I wanted something fresh and new, and that’s what I did,” he said.

“I wanted to use all Fijian Made material, so even the furnishings are done by patrons.”

Singer, Savuto, in a Salusalu piece, during the re-opening of SL’s store at Butt Street, Suva on April 28. 2022.

Fiji Fashion Week managing director, Ellen Whippy-Knight, applauded Mr Lee for the success of his launch.

She urged designers to capitalise on the use of platforms such as Fiji Fashion Week, before setting up shop.

“What Samson Lee is doing is invigorating and innovating, because not a lot of designers actually run their shop,” she said.