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Pictures: Introducing the Wana Sambo First Ever Footwear Platform Sandals + Latest Resort 2013 Collection

Introducing the Wana Sambo first ever footwear, The WS PLATFORM SANDALS. Wana Sambo ventures into footwear with her latest ‘WS Resort ’13 Collection Platform sandal. The sandals were handcrafted by shoe specialist Shem Paronelli working closely with the designer to produce the perfect look for the Wana Sambo woman. “It’s fully studded and spiked and …

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Lookbook: Rouge Vallari Beauté Enchantée Collection (Pictures)

The latest collection from Rouge Vallari exudes playful sophistication, from sparkling metallic to vibrant patterns. It is easy to become enamored with the exaggerated splendor which has rapidly become known as the designer’s signature style. Splashes of color juxtaposed with dark hues are effervescent as the intense and fierce multi hued creations captivate a breathtaking …

Aquafina® and “Project Runway” Invite Aspiring Designers to Get Inspired and Enter the “Aquafina Pure Challenge”

“Aquafina® and “Project Runway” Invite Aspiring Designers to Get Inspired and Enter the “Aquafina Pure Challenge” Designers compete for the chance to win $5,000 and see their unique work showcased during Fashion Week PURCHASE, N.Y. (December (24), 2012) – Aquafina and “Project Runway” announce today they have teamed up to launch the “Aquafina Pure Challenge,” …

African Luxury Brand Jewel by Lisa Partners with L’Oréal Italy, Expands into $170 Billion Beauty Industry

Opportunities abound for African designers to collaborate/partner with Western brands in various brand licensing scheme. Until now, we have not really seen African fashion design brands seize those opportunities, especially in the beauty industry said to be worth over $170 billion, globally. Within the past twenty four (24) hours, however, rising Nigerian design brand, Jewel …

Mathew Williamson – Spring/Summer 2013 Collection in Lagos #Luxuryfashionbrands

Coming off the celebration of fifteen(15) years in the fashion business, one would have expected English designer Mathew Williamson to show the same collection he showed at London Fashion Week, in September, at MTN’s Lagos Fashion & Design Week in Lagos, Nigeria. Williamson, however, chose a different route. For his appearance as a guest designer …