The over-saturation of African prints in Africa’s fashion industry has become a non-climatic and underwhelming experience as many are quick to equate using anakara fabric to mean they are designers. So, when we see a design label that deviates from the norm and puts in a little more effort to create designs that will flatter …
It is a little surprising that it took this long for M.A.C Cosmetics to venture into Nigeria, considering it has been in South Africa for a while now. However, it is finally happening and the makeup giant and number one choice for women of color heads to Nigeria with a scheduled launch date in February, …
Ladybrille Magazine, over our five year history, has seen very remarkable women grace us with their presence in our monthly ‘Ladybrille Woman of the Month’ feature. This women, ranging from CEOs of successful companies to Supermodels, have been tireless in the their commitment to excellence and have shown sheer determination, amidst personal and professional obstacles, …
Women’s Wear Daily, an influential fashion trade journal sometimes called the “bible of fashion,”has named Nigerian brand/designer Maki Oh, as “Designer to Watch.” The publication shared this on their Tumblr page very recently. Within Africa’s fashion industry circles, some of its influential fashion editors and bloggers have also pronounced the brand as one to watch …
“B“unmi Olaye owner of the fashion label Bunmi Koko graces the cover of Ladybrille Magazine as Ladybrille Woman of the Month, July 2011. In her first USA Exclusive interview, Bunmi shares insights on her background, the business of fashion and a whole lot more!