Bruin Feskens on Capturing Contrast, Crafting Stories, and Finding Beauty in Silence
Every tool we encounter serves a purpose in what we create as artists. In Bruin Fesken’s case, his use of light birthed a fascinating product that sparked our unique appreciation for the purity and crispness of black-and-white, with the contrast and exuberant experience of a stand-alone bold accent color. We experience the focus and characteristics […]
Meet Kwabena Ofe: The Ghanaian Textile Maverick Redefining Art and Identity
Kwabena Ofe Amponsah Gideon is a 23-year-old Ghanaian textile artist who began his creative journey as a fashion model before transitioning into the world of art particularly in the craft of rug making. Using sack linen as his canvas, he combines traditional techniques like batik and tie-dye with contemporary wool work to create pieces that […]
Guzangs’ Valentine’s Gift Guide: Chic Jewelry, Stylish Sets & Must-Have Love Tokens
Maybe we missed the point, but who doesn’t want a valentine’s day gift from their most favorite African fashion brands? She certainly wants to be a Kilentar woman in the ‘Ito Braid Fringe Mini Dress’ that looks very chic. And do not bother it doesn’t come with the red theme, this butterscotch-yellow has the elegance […]
New Year, New Style: Redefining Bold Fashion for 2025
The New Year is here, and it’s time to embrace a wardrobe that exudes fearless energy, individuality, and a love for the art of fashion. Step into 2025 with bold silhouettes, daring textures, and reimagined classics that make every moment your runway. Power dressing gets a sleek upgrade this season with refined tailoring and bold […]
Ilkhe du Toit on Material-First Design and the Journey of Salt
Image credit: Liezl Zwarts. Ilkhe du Toit’s collection Salt begins with a contradiction. The designer grew up on a sheep farm in South Africa where her family exported wool to European mills, surrounded by raw fiber that would eventually become garments. Yet the connection between the two felt invisible. “I didn’t understand how wool became […]
Asheri Masse’s Lady by Ash Redefines Sustainable Luxury with Effortless Simplicity
In a world dominated by fast fashion, I had the pleasure of speaking with Asheri Masse, the founder and creative director of Lady by Ash—one of Africa’s emerging slow-fashion brands committed to environmental sustainability. Our conversation delved into the brand’s journey, exploring how creativity and vision intersect with a conscious consumerism business model. Despite the […]
Young Designers Shine at Dakar Fashion Week 2024
On Thursday, December 5, the Turkish Embassy played host to the first part of the highly anticipated Young Designers Showcase at Dakar Fashion Week 2024. The evening was a celebration of raw talent and bold vision, as five emerging designers made their runway debuts, unveiling collections that were not only a testament to African creativity […]
Dakar Fashion Week 2024: Where African Creativity Meets Global Glamour
Dakar Fashion Week 2024 kicked off in grand style at the Turkish Embassy in Dakar, an elegant venue that set the stage for a celebration of African creativity and global collaboration. The embassy’s sophisticated setting offered a perfect backdrop as designers, models, and fashion enthusiasts gathered to honor the artistry and innovation that defines African […]
Metamorphosis II by LOHIJE: A Celebration of Transformation and Sustainable Luxury
LOHIJE, renowned for redefining sustainable luxury, unveiled its latest collection, Metamorphosis II, at the GTCO Fashion Weekend in Lagos, Nigeria. Inspired by the transformative journey of the butterfly, Creative Director Gift Olohije Raji brought to life the beauty of change, resilience, and renewal through intricate craftsmanship and innovative design. Building on the success of Metamorphosis […]
Kente Gentlemen: Crafting a Legacy of Boldness and Culture Through Fashion
It began with two shirts. When Aristide Loua, a math graduate living in South Carolina, received two wax-print shirts from his mother in Côte d’Ivoire, something stirred in him. The shirts were not just garments. They were memories, fragments of home — the colors, the patterns, the stories. Aristide could almost hear the laughter of […]