Thunderstorms did not stop the hundreds of patrons who defied the torrential rains last Sunday night to go 'shoeless' at the fifth anniversary Barefoot party at Tropical Beach in Montego Bay.

Wearing the most exciting contemporary beach wear, the hosts of youngsters who invaded the confines of the quiet fishing village of Whitehouse, used the event almost like a fashion show.

Guests included United States rapper Soulja Boy, crowned king of the dancehall Beenie Man, dancehall 'muma' Lady Saw, Gazaite, Vybz Kartel, Flippa Mafia and Gully Gad, Mavado.

This week Outlook brings you highlights of Barefoot party 2009.

Janet.silvera@gleanerjm.com.

Henry McCurdy Jr and Tamara Patterson take time to cool out.

Young and pretty Monique Hines strikes a pose at the Barefoot party at Tropical Beach in Montego Bay last week Sunday night. - Photos by Janet Silvera

From left: Amanda Schweitzer, Zee Smith and Vanessa Brown grab some camera time.

Shereen Callam is fabulous in this mutli-coloured crochet swimsuit.

Though not wearing a swimsuit, Allison Johnson is as cool as cucumber.

Saint International model, Romaine McBean (centre), is in a happy place between Patricia White (left) and Samantha Henry.

A smiling Elvis Oliphant has a lot to be pleased about as he makes his debut on the Montego Bay scene. Here he chats with Dayna Lee Haughton.