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New York, USA - Mum & Me Production is excited to announce a new debut collection for Season 2 fall wear but with a twist. Mum & Me Production will launch its Minnesota 10,000 Lakes Meets Trinidad Carnival collection for the New York Fashion Week (NYFW) on Saturday, September 13, 2025, 8:00 PM EST at The Westin New York at Times Square. This immersive and impactful experience blends the unique values and identity of Midwest charm with the rich culture and sounds of the Steel Pan, Fashion and Carnival rooted in Trinidad & Tobago.

About Mum & Me Production

Mum & Me Production is a premium Caribbean lifestyle brand by mother-daughter duo Jolanta Kissoon Young & Laura Kissoon. The initial collection “Pan and Carnival on D Runway” was launched in 2024 for New York Fashion Week. The duo continues to create pop up fashion shows with Caribbean excellence curating Carnival, High Fashion, and Steelpan while promoting Caribbean inclusivity and diversity. The brand garnered attention back in Trinidad & Tobago with their Cultural Ambassador Earl Brooks, Jr. who opened playing pan during Carnival Panorama weekend.

The first collection “Pan and Carnival on D Runway” powered by the Fashion Life Tour for NYFW spring collection 2024 was sold out and received raving reviews. The duo returned the same energy to the Minnesota State Fair 2024, partnering with a 3-piece percussion set, Pan Dimensions and Mr. Lance Pollonais. There was a recreation of Peter Minshall’s timeless 'Hummingbird,’ originally constructed for his sister Sherry Ann Guy.

Kicking off the collection in New York is always a wonderful tradition for Mum & Me Production. It means they have done something right by bringing Caribbean inclusivity and diversity to the fashion industry and modeling world which was missing. What makes Mum & Me Production unique is that their work with emerging designers to give them a platform to shine and understand the business of fashion and not feel alone in the process.

The duo Mum & Me Production has been featured in Newsday and Caribbean Beat Magazine, as well as on Caribbean Airlines—the national airline of Trinidad & Tobago and Jamaica—and a billboard in Times Square. This aligns strongly with Minneapolis’ Twin Cities appreciation for diverse cultures and creative expression. The premium Caribbean lifestyle brand returns to NYFW to showcase a spectacular party on D runway, bringing this unique cultural fusion to a broader stage and surprises.

Mum & Me Production preserves Trinidad & Tobago’s cultural heritage, especially the Steel Pan and Carnival energy. The runway shows merge traditional and creativity, celebrating designers, performers, and cultural enthusiasts. The mission is to educate, entertain, and inspire cultural heritage and pride, fostering a connection to the spirit of Carnival.

An exclusive preview of the collection and interviews with the designers will be available at the New York Fashion Week, Saturday September 13, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. EST. This event provides a compelling story for readers interested in fashion innovation, cultural expression, and the celebration of diverse creativity.

Featured Designers:

@mumandmeproduction – Carnival, Steel Pan, Fashion celebrating Caribbean heritage and cultural art expression
@_.O.3. 7 – Street Style Wear with edge and imagination
@PiecesofKandakes – Pays homage to the original Kandakes / Kentake Warriors everyday jewelry wear for your inner warrior with pride and honor.
@Ndarasjewels – Bold Ankara fashion blending African and Caribbean heritage

‘Celebrate with Us’
Are all invited to ‘Celebrate with Us’ and Witness The Fusion…Let’s Party on D Runway! Caribbean celebration meets Midwest Charm

Press Release from:
Jolanta Kissoon
Mum & Me Production
Media Contact: Jolanta Young
info@mumandmeproduction.com

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