June 11th, 2008, Lagos, Nigeria–Popular Nigerian Artist 9ice (born Abolore Akande) is set to perform for the first time in London to a crowd of over 40,000 people. The 46664 concert, which celebrates Nelson Mandela’s 90th birthday, will hold on the 27th of June 2008 at London Hyde Park. Award winning 9ice who came into …
Ladybrille Woman of the Month, Abenaa Frempong-Boadu
Since this is the month of celebrating African Modelpreneurs it only made sense we make sure, especially for our Catwalk Queens and YOU of course, that we tell you about the new and best kept secret in town where you can find fabulous, sophisticated, sexy and comfortable shoes for real women. Yes, real women. The …
African models, designers promote peace in Kenya
NAIROBI, May 25 (Reuters) – Scores of top African designers and models held a show in Nairobi National Park at the weekend to raise money for victims of Kenya’s post-election violence and show a different face to their continent.The “Fashion for Peace” event drew mainly West and East African models onto a catwalk in a …
Rebranding Lagos, "Made in Lagos"
Our friends at Storm Records do an excellent job of rebranding Lagos with their recently released video,”Made in Lagos.” A new generation of young entrepreneurs across Africa are telling Africa’s story, choosing to show the beautiful side of Africa. Enjoy the “Made in Lagos” video from Storm Records showcasing the beauty of Lagos, Nigeria.
Discarded to Divine 2008
What do you get when you take unwanted, unusable, torn and/or stained clothes, transform them into one-of-a kind couture and/prêt-a porter pieces, and then auction them to the fashion-forward, with proceeds going to the poor and homeless? You get Discarded to Divine! Benefiting the St. Vincent de Paul Society and hosted by the Academy of …
Zulu Rose, African Tradition Meets Modernity
Alexander Derrick is the lead designer of Zulu Rose, a contemporary high-end men’s and women’s fashion line. Alex started designing in 2004 during his corporate stint as graphic designer for MTV and Universal. Feeling the necessity to express himself outside of his corporate confines, the Haitian/Bajan/American designer started screen-printing as a hobby and captured his …