The Caribbean fashion community is mourning the loss of Trinidad and Tobago designer Adrian Foster, whose work helped shape a generation of contemporary Caribbean design.
A graduate of the Caribbean Academy of Fashion and Design, Foster earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design in 2013 and was recognized as one of the institution’s most promising talents. From early on, his work signaled a designer deeply committed to craft, structure, and modern Caribbean expression.
Foster went on to present internationally, including showcases in New York and London, expanding the visibility of Trinidad and Tobago’s fashion industry beyond the region. His participation in emerging designer platforms placed him among a new wave of Caribbean creatives gaining global attention while remaining rooted in their cultural identity.
Known for a refined, contemporary aesthetic, Foster’s designs balanced clean lines with thoughtful construction. His approach to fashion was both artistic and disciplined, grounded in research and an understanding of the women he designed for. Over the years, he built his brand with determination, contributing to the steady growth of the regional fashion economy.
News of his passing has prompted an outpouring of tributes across social media from colleagues, clients, and members of the wider creative community — many reflecting on his talent, professionalism, and quiet impact.
His legacy lives on through the work he created, the spaces he helped open for Caribbean designers, and the community he was part of building.
