“Four (4) Presidential hopefuls were invited to debate on how they intended to bring about the needed change in Nigeria. The incumbent President gave the impression he would attend, a bomb squad was sent ahead, and the other 3 candidates waited for an hour before the organizers decided they would proceed without “His Excellency”. This …
Vogue USA Features Oroma Elewa Pop’ Africana’s Editor-in-Chief in March 2011 Issue
Last Month, Vogue Italia through Bethann Hardison did a nice little feature on Oroma Elewa, Editor-in-Chief at Pop’Africana Magazine. This month, Vogue USA follows up with a nice feature in its March 2011 issue. Congrats to Elewa. Watch the Vogue Italia feature here. Photocredit: MusingsofaQuarterlife.blogspot.com
Joburg Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2011 Collection: David Tlale
David Tlale shut down Nelson Mandela Bridge to honor Nelson Mandela for his Joburg Fashion Week Autumn/Winter Collection. He used 92models both skinny and average models, celebrities and fashion icons, launched his bag line, showcased his menswear and made sure he and his guests had fun at all times. Enjoy the collection.
Joburg Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2011 Collection: Abigail Betz
Abigail Betz’s Autumn/Winter collection takes on a vintage feel with a raw edge. With the new range, Betz strives to achieve opulence, wealth and re-instate the sense of 1950’s glamour in South African Fashion. The brand also delves into a darker pallete, taking on richer colors and more intricate patterns.
Joburg Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2011 Collection: Thula Sindi
Thula’s Autumn/Winter 2011 collection is titled ‘A Woman of Consequence part 3’. Winter 2011 is the time for the quintessential Thula Sindi muses to gather. It is the conclusion of the ‘Woman of Consequence’ series, inspired by a dream-like funeral procession of the most stylish guests; paying homage to the designer who has subsequently left …
Joburg Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2011 Collection: Stiaan Louw
Stiaan Louw’s sixth and most defining collection yet, aptly titled ‘6’ interrogates our perceptions of what is an African aesthetic? Africa is the cradle of mankind and Stiaan draws inspiration from varied ethnic cultures, subtly fusing Masai, Middle Eastern, Indian and ancient Greek elements to create garments reminiscent of the Mesopotamian ideal. The collection displays …