ByThe Bharat Express News Leesle presented by Global Fashion Collective, Milan Fashion Week, September 2022 GFC Global Fashion Collective (GFC) was first seen at Milan Fashion Week this fall. Under the leadership of Jamal Abdourahman, director of Vancouver Fashion Week, the second largest fashion week in North America, GFC has quickly become one of the…
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Young Black designer dresses Colombian vice-president in 'resistance' fashion
BOGOTA, (Reuters) – Esteban Sinisterra, a young Black fashion designer from Colombia’s largely-poor Pacific region, is dressing Vice-President Francia Marquez – the first Afro-Colombian woman to hold the post – in what he calls “resistance” fashion. Sinisterra, whose colorful patterned dresses for Marquez have drawn international attention, grew up in the municipality of Santa Barbara…
Fashion Minority Alliance launches Regent Street pop-up
Pop-up stores are an essential vehicle for small and fledging fashion brands to gain mainstream exposure. And none more than the temporary showroom on London’s Regent Street throwing the spotlight on the Fashion Minority Alliance (FMA) to showcase top ethical fashion, accessories, and beauty brands. The Marketplace is a joint venture between the Lone Design Club…
A look into collections that turned heads at the London Fashion Week
he past few days have been all about extraordinary brands showcasing their contemporary and eye-popping fashion collections and pulling out all the stops to strut the busy runway. The London Fashion Week, which was presented by Clearplay, from September 16 to September 20, started on a high. On the first day of this event, Temperley…
Dancer to designer: Verushka Pather blends her Indian and African heritage to create stunning garments
Verushka Pather has taken her love for Indian and African culture, and blended the two to create the most beautiful designs. The dancer ventured into the world of fashion with the idea of showing the best parts of South Africa to the world.Khanya Designs combines eye-catching African prints and fabrics with traditional Indian designs. Verushka Pather…
MN designers bring East-African style, luxury streetwear to 'Fusion'
‘Energy Gear x Ramadhan Designs Presents Fusion’ features several local designers, blending classic and contemporary designs into one haute fashion event. Author: Samantha Fischer Published: 4:42 PM CDT September 22, 2022 Updated: 4:42 PM CDT September 22, 2022 MINNEAPOLIS — “I’ve always had a passion for fashion.” Ramadhan “Rammy” Mohamed, one of two designers hosting…
The Search For South Africa’s Next Generation Of Creative Sensations Is Back!
Applications to participate in the Design Indaba Emerging Creatives Class of 2023 are now open! Are you ready to take your creative pursuits to the next level? The Design Indaba Emerging Creatives programme, which aims to unearth fresh talent across a multitude of creative sectors, is once again issuing a Call for Entry for this…
Kaffy Kreates Unveils Its SS23 Collection Titled Woman And Colour
T The just concluded Africa Fashion Week Nigeria, which took place in the ever-bubbling city of Lagos, had scores of talented fashion brands parade their creations on the runway at the prestigious Eko Hotel and Suites. Noticeable among the lineup was Abuja-based womenswear brand Kaffy Kreates which showcased its vibrant collection aptly titled, Woman and…
When South African designer Thebe Magugu and Valentino's Pierpaolo Piccioli combined their aesthetics
Thebe Magugu set out to transform a fuchsia-pink ball gown from Pierpaolo Piccioli’s Valentino—and Piccioli followed suit on a jaunty green Magugu pantsuit—each designer channelled their creativity into something fantastically new When South Africa’s fashion wunderkind Thebe Magugu first opened the mystery crate from Rome containing Pierpaolo Piccioli’s Valentino haute couture garment, he recognised it…
Milan Fashion Week hears calls for more designer diversity
MILAN (AP) — The Milan Fashion Week that opens Wednesday is showcasing collections by perhaps its most ethnically diverse lineup of designers, including the debuts of the new creative directors of Salvatore Ferragamo and Bally and the return of Haitian-Italian designer Stella Jean after a two-year hiatus. But Jean and other industry insiders behind a…
The African Prints Party honours Mai Atafo at maiden edition Foremost fashion designer, Mai Atafo added a new feather to his cap as he was recently recognised for his contributions to the fashion industry in Nigeria and beyond at the maiden edition of The African Prints Party (TAPP2022).Indeed, Lagos literally grounded to a halt last…
Rihanna’s Savage x Fenty Loungewear Is Perfect for Cozy Season: Shop the Collection
Latifah Muhammad Countdown to the cozy season! The dog days of summer are almost over, and Rihanna is making it easier for fans to stay comfy for fall. The first batch of Savage x Fenty loungewear, featuring comfy joggers, hoodies, ribbed tanks, boy shorts, pocket tees, and other closet staples available in sizes ranging from XXS-4X, debuted on Sept. 8. Items start at around…
5 Pieces By Black Designers To Add To Your Fall Wardrobe
Can you believe Labor Day weekend is already among us? It felt like we just ushered in the beginning of summer, drinks in hand, and vibing to “Last Last” by Burna Boy. The weeks after Labor Day weekend can be confusing when deciding what to wear. We’re in a transitional period from summer to fall, where the…
Ankara Fashion & Music Festival Los Angeles (AFLA) September 2-4, 2022
The 13th annual Ankara Festival Los Angeles is a celebration of African fashion, culture, heritage, music, dance, and art. The elaborate annual African cultural festival was created in 2010 by Founder and Creative Director, Peter Lentini, with intentions of creating a social landscape for cultural pride in the U.S., increasing visibility of African culture, and…
Asantii Aims to Become the World’s First African Global Fashion Brand
Rwandan-born textile entrepreneur Maryse Mbonyumutwa is positioning the label in the affordable luxury segment, with an eye on a global consumer. PARIS — Could Asantii become the first African fashion label to compete with the likes of Sandro, A.P.C. and Ba&sh? Rwandan-born entrepreneur Maryse Mbonyumutwa believes the world is ready for what she bills as…
Fashion For A Cause: HUMANx Takes The Runway At Africa Fashion Week 2022
Socially-conscious Nigerian fashion brand, HUMANx, is set to unveil its latest design collection on the Africa Fashion Week Nigeria (AFWN) and Lagos Fashion Fair (LFF) platform at the Eko Convention Centre, Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos from 7th to 9th September 2022. Each in its 8th edition, the combined AFWN and LFF event represents the largest stage for emerging…
Kenya fashion: The designers giving Nairobi a fashionable name
In our series of letters from African journalists, Ismail Einashe visits two designers offering distinct visions of Kenyan fashion today. It is an overcast afternoon in Kenya’s capital city and two tailors are using sewing machines to join, hem and make beautiful, patterned bags – while on the walls in the workshop hang tote bags…
Malvern designer set to empower local youth with skills
With 35 years of experience, the Malvern East resident went to Joubert Park College to acquire her qualification in Fashion Designing. Cynthia Hovelmeier, a Malvern East-based fashion designer, shared her knowledge and skills with young people who aspire to be fashion designers. Passionate about sowing and fashion designing from a young age, Cynthia empowers young…
On the pink side of life..
Feeling shy about wearing pink or not sure how to wear your pinks? Did you know that this dusty rose or dirty pink like some may refer to it symbolises love, affection, tranquillity, and timeless elegance. Like many pinks, dusty rose is often linked to femininity, yet with a more mature tone than a pastel…
‘I hoped I would not get struck by lightning’: Thebe Magugu on cutting up Pierpaolo Piccioli’s dress
Following his successful launch with Adidas, South African designer Thebe Magugu has worked on a designer swap project with prestigious Valentino designer Pierpaolo Piccioli. The 28-year-old designer worked on Piccioli’s AW18 Haute Couture collection, whilst the Italian fashion designer transformed Magugu’s Basotho-inspired suit into a regal cashmere handstitched cape.Designer swap The two designers worked together…