Africa loving philantrophist and megastar Angelina Jolie will no longer be the brand ambassador for St. John after three years as the face of St. John. St. John Chief Executive Officer Glenn McMahon explained Jolie’s powerful personal brand, “overshadowed the (company’s) brand,” in an interview with Women’s Wear Daily.
Keri Hilson Graces the Cover of Jet Magazine
Beyond being très cool and ultra brilliant, Keri Hilson has shown and continues to show Africa some love. So, of course, we are loving her right back! The singer/songwriter graces the cover of JET Magazine where she discusses her music, money and men. “She also is clear on the kind of man she does not …
Sade Audu’s ‘Soldier of Love’ Exclusive Premiere on Amazon Today + Video
“I only make records when I feel I have something to say. I’m not interested in releasing music just for the sake of selling something. Sade is not a brand.” ~Sade Adu. With this mindset, Sade releases Soldier of Love’ through Epic Records on February 9, 2010. In the meantime, Sade has made her hit song …
Africans in China (Video)
Women’s Wear Daily (WWD) reported today a rise of 17.7 percent in China’s export. The increase is reportedly showing a bounce in China’s economy. Independent of the positive economic news for the Chinese, another increase and trend experts have observed is the migration of Africans to China. It is estimated about a quarter of a …
US Trade Show Calendar: Spring 2010
African designers looking to participate in some of the USA Trade Shows for 2010, Footwear news via WWD previews all the upcoming show season, including the newest additions and highlights at each event. The Children’s Club Dates: Jan. 10-12 Show hours: 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Jan. 10-11; 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Jan. 12 Location: Jacob Javits Center, …
Top International Designers to Highlight Biodiversity Loss at UN Fashion Show
GENEVA — Top designers including Diane von Furstenberg and John Rocha will hold a catwalk at the European headquarters of the United Nations on January 21 to appeal against the loss of biodiversity. “More than 500 prominent figures from government, international organizations and the fashion and cosmetics industries will meet in Geneva on 20-21 January …