Nigerian label Rebirth launches the ‘YOU’ collection. YOU is a testament to the ReBirth ideology of timeless, functional design. Versatile and diverse, the collection runs the gamut from light to dark, classic to contemporary, taking into account the lifestyle of the modern woman with an emphasis on transitional dressing. Fusing traditional craftsmanship and modern techniques, …
BBC Profiles Lisa Folawiyo Owner of Jewel by Lisa
“She is the founder and creative director of Jewel by Lisa, a brand that specialises in Ankara textiles, the vibrant wax-resist dyed fabrics characteristic of West Africa and widely used across the continent. These clothes, originally based on traditional Indonesian batik and formerly known as Dutch wax, have been popular in Nigeria for generations. “Our …
Korto Momolu, Ladybrille Magazine Woman of the Month September 2011 (Exclusive Interview)
“K“orto Momolu really needs no introduction here on Ladybrille. She is a household name to all of our avid readers. She has said: “Ladybrille will forever hold a special place in my heart. [It was] the first [African focused] magazine that reached out to me! My debut in Ladybrille sparked a great fuse in my …
Video: CNN Profiles MyAsho.com by Dolapo Shobanjo – The Rise of African Fashion Retail Online
“From color-popping dresses to bold prints and shapes, Afro-centric designs have been storming catwalks in recent years, catching the eye of fashionistas across the world. But for many international consumers, especially those with no access to shops dedicated to African brands, it can often be hard to get their hands on designer garments from the …
KLûK CGDT at ARISE Made in Africa Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week Show (Pictures)
“What do you think will define S/S 2012 for you? For us it is a combination of desaturated colour with bright accents, we love the pretty romantic floral feeling with a harder edge. What can we expect from your collection? We wanted to show that Africa is more than curio. More than leopard. We have …