Battimamzelle - PAPAIŸO x Meiling combines PAPAIŸO’s design sensibilities, color stories and love of visual storytelling with Meiling’s impeccable eye and mastery of the Caribbean’s handcraft tradition. The word battimamzelle is an endearing Trinidadian word for dragonfly - an animal which symbolizes change, transformation, adaptability, and self-realization. The collection stands out for its statement dresses and dainty tops that feature delicate ruffles, intricate heirloom finishes and handsewn crochets to mimic the netted wings of the battimamzelle. The colors of Battimamzelle are strong, with deep burgundy, pumpkin oranges, kiwi greens and cappuccino browns coming together to create warmth and vibrance. The natural habitats for this collection are charming, tropical interiors and whimsical garden settings, where flora and fauna are plentiful, battimamzelles and other garden creatures buzz around playfully, and gentle breezes blow through trailing dresses.

The world of PAPAIŸO unfolds across the enchanting lands of the Caribbean Sea, where culture is everything and traditions are priceless. Creative spirits at heart, PAPAIŸO is a design community and discovery platform that cultivates and co-creates with some of the most beloved brands from the islands who work with meraki and leave behind little secrets about their culture in the pieces of magic they share.

PAPAIŸO's mission is to celebrate and preserve the Caribbean's rich handcraft tradition, and to share this magical legacy with the world.

Based in Trinidad and Tobago, Meiling is amongst the most renowned designers in the Caribbean, whose namesake label has become synonymous with Caribbean luxury. With a legacy that spans decades, Meiling has dedicated her career to bringing a Caribbean perspective to the global fashion industry, as well as to mentoring a new class of emerging designers. With a meticulous eye and impeccable taste, Meiling uses a mixture of texture and organic fabrics, along with her signature hand-stitched details, to bring her pieces to life. The daughter of one of Trinidad and Tobago’s most renowned seamstresses of her time, Meiling infuses time-honored, artisanal techniques in everything she creates, beautifully representing the rich legacy of artisanal craftsmanship in the Caribbean.