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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African Fashion: Prosper Africa Aims To Expand The African Fashion And Art Industries.
Africa's fashion industry has seen an increase in global awareness and demand, according to their research titled "Investment and collaboration potential in Africa's creative industries." Additionally, it states that major international stores like Nordstrom and Bloomingdales have put in place retail initiatives to help up-and-coming African designers. Will Stevens, U.S. Consul General, explained to our reporters how initiatives like Prosper Africa can scale the fashion industry in Nigeria. He said, "Prosper Africa as an entity based in Washington DC ...
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African Fashion GAFW22: Highlights from Ghana’s 2022 Glitz Africa Fashion Week
The evening with Nigerian bespoke designer Atafo Official at The Lotte, Cantonment, where guests were treated to an exclusive presentation of his line, marked the conclusion of the event. The next day, the Beauty Forum, which was hosted at The Under Bridge in East Legon, featured live cosmetics and hair demonstrations as well as an open discussion with speakers and visitors on beauty and aesthetics. The winner of the GHC 10,000.00 cash award in a creative beauty pitch competition organized in ...
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African Fashion: Heineken Lagos Fashion Week Is Eventually Scheduled To Return In October 26th to October 30th 2022
Lagos Fashion Week will use a hybrid format with both virtual and physical runway shows. Ajobi, Gto, Orire, BABAYO, Pepperrow, and more up-and-coming designers will be among those showcasing their new season's collections, which will be seen by fashion buyers, customers, and media from all over the continent and beyond. Additionally, there will be digital programs showcasing up-and-coming African designers as well as a special exhibition of the collections of the chosen designers. Lagos Fashion Week has played a significant ...
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