Pop-up stores are an essential vehicle for small and fledging fashion brands to gain mainstream exposure. And none more than the temporary showroom on London’s Regent Street throwing the spotlight on the Fashion Minority Alliance (FMA) to showcase top ethical fashion, accessories, and beauty brands. The Marketplace is a joint venture between the Lone Design Club…
Author: fresco
Why You Should Know The Work Of These Africa-America Institute Honorees
The 38th annual awards gala celebrates leaders who have used their platforms to make an impact across the African Diaspora. For almost 70 years, The Africa-America Institute (AAI) has worked to improve the global understanding of Africa and its diaspora and increase educational opportunities for young Africans. Founded in Washington, D.C. by Dr. Horace Mann…
A look into collections that turned heads at the London Fashion Week
he past few days have been all about extraordinary brands showcasing their contemporary and eye-popping fashion collections and pulling out all the stops to strut the busy runway. The London Fashion Week, which was presented by Clearplay, from September 16 to September 20, started on a high. On the first day of this event, Temperley…
Dancer to designer: Verushka Pather blends her Indian and African heritage to create stunning garments
Verushka Pather has taken her love for Indian and African culture, and blended the two to create the most beautiful designs. The dancer ventured into the world of fashion with the idea of showing the best parts of South Africa to the world.Khanya Designs combines eye-catching African prints and fabrics with traditional Indian designs. Verushka Pather…
MN designers bring East-African style, luxury streetwear to 'Fusion'
‘Energy Gear x Ramadhan Designs Presents Fusion’ features several local designers, blending classic and contemporary designs into one haute fashion event. Author: Samantha Fischer Published: 4:42 PM CDT September 22, 2022 Updated: 4:42 PM CDT September 22, 2022 MINNEAPOLIS — “I’ve always had a passion for fashion.” Ramadhan “Rammy” Mohamed, one of two designers hosting…
The Search For South Africa’s Next Generation Of Creative Sensations Is Back!
Applications to participate in the Design Indaba Emerging Creatives Class of 2023 are now open! Are you ready to take your creative pursuits to the next level? The Design Indaba Emerging Creatives programme, which aims to unearth fresh talent across a multitude of creative sectors, is once again issuing a Call for Entry for this…
Kaffy Kreates Unveils Its SS23 Collection Titled Woman And Colour
T The just concluded Africa Fashion Week Nigeria, which took place in the ever-bubbling city of Lagos, had scores of talented fashion brands parade their creations on the runway at the prestigious Eko Hotel and Suites. Noticeable among the lineup was Abuja-based womenswear brand Kaffy Kreates which showcased its vibrant collection aptly titled, Woman and…
Milan Fashion Week hears calls for more designer diversity
MILAN (AP) — The Milan Fashion Week that opens Wednesday is showcasing collections by perhaps its most ethnically diverse lineup of designers, including the debuts of the new creative directors of Salvatore Ferragamo and Bally and the return of Haitian-Italian designer Stella Jean after a two-year hiatus. But Jean and other industry insiders behind a…
The African Prints Party honours Mai Atafo at maiden edition Foremost fashion designer, Mai Atafo added a new feather to his cap as he was recently recognised for his contributions to the fashion industry in Nigeria and beyond at the maiden edition of The African Prints Party (TAPP2022).Indeed, Lagos literally grounded to a halt last…
THE GREAT AFRICAN WEDDING FACTORY: ‘I Do’ Versus ‘Do I’ in The Time Of Covid Where previously weddings were all about opulence and chandelier, crystal and champagne to celebrate happy couples, the fancy frills have been stripped to pared-down versions in these pandemic times. The sentiments are the same, but the splurging isn’t. And catering…
Rihanna’s Savage x Fenty Loungewear Is Perfect for Cozy Season: Shop the Collection
Latifah Muhammad Countdown to the cozy season! The dog days of summer are almost over, and Rihanna is making it easier for fans to stay comfy for fall. The first batch of Savage x Fenty loungewear, featuring comfy joggers, hoodies, ribbed tanks, boy shorts, pocket tees, and other closet staples available in sizes ranging from XXS-4X, debuted on Sept. 8. Items start at around…
Save The Date: Lagos Fashion Week 2022 Is All Set to Return This October
Heineken Lagos Fashion Week in partnership with BestSeller Foundation, TECNO, Lush Hair and Style House Files (SHF) gets prepared for workshops, retail activations, runway shows and presentations. Since its inception in 2011, #LagosFW has been integral to shaping Africa’s fashion future. Lagos Fashion Week gets set for the season with a continued resolve to strengthen our ecosystem together. This year, Lagos Fashion…
5 Pieces By Black Designers To Add To Your Fall Wardrobe
Can you believe Labor Day weekend is already among us? It felt like we just ushered in the beginning of summer, drinks in hand, and vibing to “Last Last” by Burna Boy. The weeks after Labor Day weekend can be confusing when deciding what to wear. We’re in a transitional period from summer to fall, where the…
Brand Licensing Europe announces Culture & Unity catwalk show in support of Black Lives Matter Movement
Designers, collections and models will drop fresh from the prestigious London Fashion Week runway to appear at BLE. Brand Licensing Europe’s Culture & Unity catwalk show will be an unmissable showstopper during the event’s Sustainability, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Day on Thursday 22 September, with Black and LGBT+ designers, fashion, models and crew – some…
AFI launches digital magazine
African Fashion International (AFI) has launched a digital magazine. The HON by AFI digital magazine will be released every quarter with each edition having a different theme. First issue The launch issue, which is the Spring issue, will be released on the AFI website on 1 September 2022, and will be covered by four Banyana Banyana players…
Ooni Hosts Dignitaries For African Fashion Week Nigeria
L The Arole Oduduwa & Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II, is scheduled to host other top dignitaries at the closing ceremony of the Africa Fashion Week Nigeria on Friday, at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos State. According to a statement by the Ooni’s Director of Media and Public…”…
South African actor Charlbi Dean — star of Cannes Film Festival award winner Triangle of Sadness — dies aged 32
Charlbi Dean, the South African actor and model who had a breakout role in Triangle of Sadness, which won this year’s top prize at the Cannes Film Festival, has died aged 32. Key points: Dean was born and raised in Cape Town, South AfricaThe 32-year-old starred in this year’s winning film at CannesRepresentatives have not provided details…
Ankara Fashion & Music Festival Los Angeles (AFLA) September 2-4, 2022
The 13th annual Ankara Festival Los Angeles is a celebration of African fashion, culture, heritage, music, dance, and art. The elaborate annual African cultural festival was created in 2010 by Founder and Creative Director, Peter Lentini, with intentions of creating a social landscape for cultural pride in the U.S., increasing visibility of African culture, and…
Vlisco commits €7.3m to environmental, social issues
VLISCO has committed to spending €7.3 million in the next five years on initiatives that will add value to textiles and expansion of production in Africa. “We have materialised this commitment via 15 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives built under seven of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which are: quality education, reduce inequality,…