Lagos city and Nigeria’s film industry, Nollywood, have taken center stage at the ongoing Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) which began September 8th and ends on the 18th, 2016. It is the first time Nollywood and Lagos, its entertainment mecca, have enjoyed an in-depth spotlight on a global stage. The spotlight is the result of …
Ghana has successfully marketed and promoted its Kente fabric as one of the most famous clothing from Africa. Yet, when conversations about style take place on global style boardrooms, Ghana is not part of the discussion. Often, the West African nation is associated with its rich gold history, its role in the slave trade, the …
Swahili Fashion Week is the biggest and largest annual fashion event in East and Central Africa providing a platform for fashion and accessory designers from Swahili speaking countries; and beyond to showcase their talent, market their creativity and network with clientele and the international fashion industry. This is all aimed at emphasizing to the region …
LA Fashion Week (LAFW) will host its opening night reception celebrating the Spring/Summer 2017 collections on September 28 at the Hollywood Athletic Club. The exclusive engagement will debut this season’s 18 award-winning designers including Ashton Michael, Samsara, Recreation, and revolutionary high fashion brand Bezgraniz Couture, alongside a gallery of top names in the visual arts …
Organizers of Sacramento Fashion Week (SACFW) have surprisingly and consistently staged shows in California’s capital with strong production quality comparable to shows in trendier fashion cities around the country. Therefore, we are happy to inform you that SACFW is now accepting submissions from designers for its 2017 shows. Designers, read the details and apply! ______________________ …