Gourdet's suit, inspired by Haiti's freedom and the national bird, showcases a blend of culinary achievement with personal expression, highlighting the significance of style at the James Beard Awards.
As for its application, that was super easy, Karis recalls. She recommends watching a tutorial online and then grabbing your brush and giving it a go. "You can't really go wrong," she says. "Any mistakes can be rectified by going over the area with a diluted solution or a different brush stroke."