Ahluwalia Launches ‘Joy’ Short Film Celebrating The Black Experience
Gucci‘s recently-announced GucciFest is now underway, and London-based Ahluwalia is one of the first emerging designers to take part. For her presentation, designer Priya Ahluwalia has partnered with film director Samona Olanipekun to create Joy, her first short film. The film is described as celebrating the “everyday beauty and strength of the Black existence”…
Louis Vuitton’s Latest Tambour Timepiece Honors Virgil Abloh’s Bold Menswear Designs
Louis Vuitton‘s timepieces often skew minimalist but are occasionally enlivened by bold hues in line with the striking hues seen in collections overseen by men’s artistic director Virgil Abloh. The latest Tambour watch is indicative of this mindset, as the Tambour Damier Graphite Race draws direct influence from Abloh’s splashy…
Carol Bouwer Collaborates With Dr Esther Mahlangu To Unveil 50 Custom Handbags
In a collaboration that celebrates the heritage of South Africa, Carol Bouwer Bags and national treasure Dr Esther Mahlangu have come together to unveil 50 custom Carol Bouwer handbags, each featuring the acclaimed artworks of Dr Mahlangu. The exquisite collection, curated by these African pioneers,…
Emerging Designers Set To Shine On AFI Fashion Week Runway
African Fashion International Fashion Week (AFI Fashion Week) is back with a fresh batch of talented designers making their debut on the runway. At the virtual event, where most shows have been pre-recorded, fashionistas can expect to see the Spring/Summer 2021 collections of 14 designers….
Fans call Out Cardi B For Disrespecting Hindu Culture In Sneaker Campaign
Former reality TV star Cardi B has come under fire for making a mockery of Hindu culture during the promotion of her new sneakers on the cover of Footwear News. The rapper, who made her debut into the shoe industry by collaborating with Reebok, was…
Mercedes-Benz Celebrates Five Fashion Designers In Ghana With These Alluring Editorial
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Accra has been showcasing the best of Ghanaian fashion over the years and providing a platform for the celebration of fashion as a catalyst for designers both home and abroad to seamlessly connect with the media and fashion buyers, influencers and enthusiasts. Although…
PICTURES: Apologies In Advance, But Holes Are The New Polka-Dots
There comes a time in every adult’s life when the clothes they wore as kids (and then cringed over 10 years later) end up coming back in style. So, if you rocked mesh, fingerless gloves in middle school, or enjoyed cutout tops and dresses in college,…
Pan African 6th Annual Music Fashion Runway Goes Virtual, Slated For November 28th
According to the brand; We are proud to present Pan African 6th annual Music Fashion Runway Virtual Edition and Game Changer Africa Acknowledgement at iconic #CovidCompliant Wheatbaker Lagos (invited guests only). It will be streamed Live via social media – opening the pioneering music and…
Featuring A Full Monogram Tapestry Print, Louis Vuitton Releases $500 USD Bandana & Mask Set
If the luxurious face shield from Louis Vuitton was a bit too outlandish for you then its new Monogram Tapestry Bandana and mask set might be of interest. Packaged in a blue drawstring pouch, the set features LV’s Monogram Tapestry print across a pure cotton bandana and ear-loop face mask. Details include…
Burberry’s Latest Campaign Brings Together Figures From Fashion, Dance And Sport
After announcing its partnership with Marcus Rashford MBE last week, Burberry has now unveiled its latest campaign that aims to bring together creative spheres and juxtaposing figures from fashion, dance and sport. Accompanied by a short film that transports the viewer from the everyday to the extraordinary, a troupe of four…
Ever Shining Ghana’s Top Model With Ebony Skin, Felivian Makes A Runway Comeback
Ghanaian-born model Felivian Adombila Ayariga is a proof that true beauty transcends European standards. With classic African features-high cheekbones and likable looks that remind you of Naomi and Nyakim Gatwech, the 5-foot-8 African beauty from the Upper East Region, Bolgatanga caused quite a stir on…
We Are Swooning Over Runtown & Adut Akech In The New Versace Holiday Campaign
Nigerian singer, songwriter, and producer Runtown and top model Adut Akech are part of the stars featured in the new Versace Holiday 2020 Campaign! The campaign features the duo wearing the brand’s latest offerings including a classic silk print set, the Versace Virtus bag, among others. According to Versace, the campaign theme is ‘inspired…
