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In recent years, African designers have found support from international celebrities including Beyoncé, Alicia Keys and Naomi Campbell. Now a growing number of the continent’s fashion brands ...
African fashion is, above all, a story of transmission and reinvention. African designers draw on a rich cultural repertoire: traditional patterns, natural dyes, artisanal embroidery, and iconic ...
and features African fashions created by Chicago designers. “Africa Fashion” shares personal stories of designers, highlights their innovation, and demonstrates their global impact.
Inspired by African and global streetwear, Ivorian designers Gaston Ouedraogo and Jean Yves Yebieyin created Djainin. Founded in 2022, the brand aims to be more than just a fashion label ...
African fabrics have long been revered for their spectacular colors, elaborate patterns, and cultural significance ...
Africa is a rich continent blessed with creativity, innovation, and culture. Its fashion scene, in particular, is dominated by brilliant designers whose impact have been felt beyond the borders of ...
At AW25, Africa Reimagined brought 22 leading designers from 12 African countries, each showcasing how African fashion blends culture, heritage and sustainability with modern luxury. The program ...
It is a celebration of African history and fashion. The Field Museum is hosting a stunning event on Juneteenth, highlighting ...
Fiona Uwamahoro, Associate Lecturer at LCF, discusses her contribution to the Fashioning Frequencies x PhD Vitrine Takeover ...
South African Fashion Week (SAFW) Spring/Summer 2025 opened this week in Johannesburg with a renewed focus on emerging talent, sustainability, and the evolving identity of local fashion.
and features African fashions created by Chicago designers. “Africa Fashion” shares personal stories of designers, highlights their innovation, and demonstrates their global impact.