Dive into the stories about who and what is shaping the African fashion scene and what’s culturally relevant today.
BCiti Clothings prioritises “Functional Heritage” in their new collection bridging Lagos and London through fashion.
4 days ago
There are certain pieces of clothing that subtly alter the way a person carries herself. Posture adjusts, movements become more deliberate, and presence sharpens. With Valora, Ogechi Edith Osi presents five dresses for St. Nuella that are designed to do exactly that. The name Valora is derived from the Latin valere, meaning strength, worth and […]
4 weeks ago
The hashtag #2026IsTheNew2016 is trending, and for good reason. What began as a casual prompt to spark nostalgia quickly became an excavation of cultural memory. Playlists resurfaced, memes circulated again, decade-old photos reappeared, and debates ignited over who dominated Nigerian Twitter, which songs soundtracked our lives, and what films people actually showed up to watch. […]
1 month ago
If you missed it, Lagos witnessed one of its most stylish evenings this weekend as Polo Avenue hosted a glamorous, colourful, and elegantly curated soirée in honour of Swedish luxury eyewear designer, Anna-Karin Karlsson. Held at the exquisite Delborough Hotel in the heart of Victoria Island, the evening unfolded like a scene from a modern […]
3 months ago
Like his debut album’s title—When it Blooms—To Cry a Flood, the title of Nonso Amadi’s latest EP buzzes with dramatic flair. In another world, it’s the title of a tragic film or a deeply stirring painting. In the cover art, we see Nonso Amadi splayed on a glassy ocean. The sun, a tiny orifice of […]
4 months ago
The world finally gets a full look at Rihanna‘s first Fenty Collection. As CEO and artistic director, Rihanna will make history as the first black woman to head a LVMH brand, fashion’s best announcement since this year. And yet the most pivotal role she will play in her new venture is one as muse. The […]
7 years ago
In the world of fashion, beauty, sports, and all things entertainment, there’s nothing more captivating and endearing than an image that sends a certified message. Over the years, we’ve witnessed empowering and inspiring campaigns that caught our hearts and all of our senses. We’ve seen stunning content that celebrated diversity and collaborations worth clutching on […]
7 years ago
In the spirit of the recently concluded ARISE Fashion Week 2019, we’ll be taking a look at some of the best season’s collections that hit the runway. Arise fashion week has managed to bring a touch of pan African brands from across the world and this platform aims is to showcase Africa fashion globally. Over […]
7 years ago
When it comes to making your mark on the Nigerian fashion scene, few, if any, are barely able to scratch the surface. From funding constraints to disrupted manufacturing chains, there is little to no room available for Nigerian fashion brands to cultivate brand identities that deeply resonate with their customers. So when brands like Garmspot […]
7 years ago
For the first time ever, an Israeli designer and two African designers — Kenneth Ize from Nigeria and Thebe Magugu from South Africa — made the final round of the LVMH Competition. The 8 Finalists for the LVMH prize were announced in Paris. In terms of gender, race, and geography they represent the most diverse selection of […]
7 years ago
Fast-rising rapper Emeka ‘Blaqbonez‘ Akumefule is set to release his first ever merchandise collection “GOODBOY” in collaboration with SIJ Culture, a streetwear brand. Since emerging into the Nigerian music soundscape, with the singles, covers, freestyles and two bodies of work to his name, Blaqbonez is more than ready to secure a spot atop the industry’s […]
7 years ago
Since we live in a world of recycled knowledge and exploration, it makes a lot of sense when we see fashion trends of the past make a healthy comeback as the years go by. Fashion trends for 2019 have already been decided thanks to the catwalks in New York, Paris, Milan and London Fashion Week. So […]
7 years ago
WavesAFRO is a multi-media creative hub, which aims to showcase content inspired by Nigerian culture and history. This includes graphic designs, fashion pieces, and photo and video content. Since 2016, their clothing brand, WavesofAfro has successfully dropped 7 collections with each collection selling out and their new collection, From the Womb to the Throne will […]
7 years ago
