Fashion Industry
All forms of media are crucial to the marketing of fashion. In the latter half of the 18th century, specialized fashion publications first appeared in France and England. Fashion periodicals like the French La Mode Illustrée, the British Lady's Realm, and the American Godey's Lady's Book multiplied and thrived in the 19th century. Fashion magazines, which publish articles, hand-colored illustrations (known as fashion plates), and advertisements, along with other innovations like the sewing machine, department stores, and ready-to-wear clothing ...
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Bonang Matheba And Steve Madden Announce A Summertime Collaboration.
The event kicked off with a fashion showcase of the latest footwear and apparel, culminating in the reveal and announcement of this season’s collab with South African powerhouse Bonang Matheba, the Steve Madden Bonang Matheba Holiday Select Collection. The brainchild of the collaboration, Steve Madden SA’s Marketing Manager Tumelo Mmusi said that the association is ‘history in the making’. This is the first time that Steve Madden International has aligned with talent in Africa and this partnership confirms ...
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African Fashion: Six Fashion Designers To Watch Out For During Nairobi Fashion Week In 2022
It's anticipated that this season of NFW would draw more viewers than previous ones. There will be 25 designers on display, hailing from countries including Kenya, South Africa, Togo, Benin, the United States, Nigeria, Ghana, Angola, Zimbabwe, Namibia, the Ivory Coast, and Switzerland. "I'm incredibly excited for this show. I'm eager and anticipatory because this will be my first time taking part. Meeting other designers and fashion fans is something I'm looking forward to "says Chemachetu Leather designer Eva Wanjiru from ...
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Fola Francis Makes Fashion History By Being The First Transgender Model To Appear In Lagos Fashion Week.
When Francis hit the runway, Disclosure and Fatoumata Diawara’s “Douha (Mali Mali)” played loudly. Her hair was tied in a ponytail, her lips coated in thick, red lipstick and she wore a flowy red robe and clear high heels. Yellow shades hid her eyes. The crowd erupted in cheers—you could tell they were excited to see Francis on the runway. She maintained her composure, keeping a straight face and looking straight ahead as she walked. She only modelled ...
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Moët & Chandon: The Impérial Way 8 Nations Across Africa Toast Champagne On The Champagne Day.
Moët & Chandon hosted 8 private events that drew Friends of the House, famous people, and dignitaries together to exhibit their reputation for glitz and savoir-fête around the area. Michelle Ntalami, Maps Maponyane of South Africa, Nancy Sumari of Tanzania, and Timini Egbuson of Nigeria were among those chosen to organize these regional celebrations, raising a glass to the Maison and its ongoing success. These individuals had already been to Épernay withMoët & Chandon in May, Champagne Day was celebrated ...
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