For Immediate ReleaseLos Angeles, CA July 7, 2008 — Los Angeles based designer Ella Brown Couture has designed a new collection that introduces rich colors and a bridal collection to the brand. This collection also includes an array of vibrant handbags and handmade fine jewelry. Today July 7th Ella Brown Couture launches its 2008 Spring/Summer …
Gavin Rajah Brings the “WOW” Factor to Durban Fashion Week 2008!
Inspired by Elizabeth Gilbert’s novel ‘Eat, Pray, Love,’ which is a story about a woman in search of love and purpose, Gavin Rajah’s goal this season was clear. With excellent attention to details and perfect embellishments on pieces such as dresses trimmed with silk flowers, elegant pin tucks, and graphic embroidery, capture the range of …
Hawa Diawara, Mali’s Stunning Beauty
Hawa Diawara, Mali’s stunning beauty, is quite a personality. She is determined and very clear on what she wants, especially in her modeling career. Very intriguing is how Hawa has had to confront some requirements in the modeling industry that conflicted with her religious and cultural views. For example, closing the gap in her teeth …
Teiko Dornor: Curves, Command and Trailblazer of “Plus Size” Modeling!
Teiko Dornor, a London-based Ghanaian is one of Africa’s rising stars. As a plus size model, Dornor has trailblazed to break barriers in the often exclusive and discriminatory fashion industry. In celebration of Ladybrille’s Anniversary issue, we honor Ms. Dornor with the moniker of Modelpreneur! She is a powerful combination of beauty, brains and business …
Kaone Kario, South African Beauty
Very few women can rock an almost bald look and still look drop dead gorgeous. Kaone Kario is one of those few. The 22year old Capetown based but Botswana born beauty was discovered in 2005 when she won the Nokia Face of Africa model search. Since her crowning, the fierce model has soared and keeps …
It’s an African Fashion Revolution, It’s Time you Get with the Program!
Ladybrille has said and has been quoted saying, “. .it is only a matter of time when Africa’s inspired blouses and dresses will become main staples in the West like the modern takes we see with Kimonos.” Yes you heard it FIRST at Ladybrille before New York Times, Washington Post, LA Times, Vogue and definitely …