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Tuesday, February 17th, 2009
While many expected the African fashion collective to showcase more couture looks, the designers strategically focused on ready to wear appealing to both editors and buyers. MOMO‘s collection could easily go from the runways to your closet. The Mosaic …
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Tuesday, February 17th, 2009
Nkhensani Nkosi of Stoned Cherrie… dedicated this collection to Mama Africa. “An Ode to Miriam” is built on the values of pride, authenticity and creativity by the powerful cultural ambassador and fashion icon.
Printed blouson-sleeved shirt and leather skirt (Lakshmi,
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Monday, February 16th, 2009
Chanel Iman in handbeaded Ankara trench with belt
The Tiffany Amber… collection was chic but not effortlessly so, and that’s perfectly fine. With intricate beadwork and embedded jewels, Folake Coker’s designs successfully appeals to royalty. The braided head crowns were
Tags: african designers, african fashion, african fashion collective, Folake Folarin, thisday, Tiffany Amber
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Sunday, February 15th, 2009
Malian designer XULY. Bët’s collection could be described as “grunge with African influences.” Marc Jacobs is known for influencing the grunge movement in fashion and .Bët will be know for bringing it to Africa. From tight leather dresses to smart…
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Sunday, February 15th, 2009
The African Fashion Collective last night was nothing short of amazing, for me it was a moment of pure nirvana and high emotions. Seeing the best of the African fashion world in one room, on one night at the NEW…
Tags: african fashion collective, Agbani Darego, arise, Chrisette Michelle, fashion week, new york fashion week
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Thursday, February 5th, 2009
It’s official…Nigerian designers MOMO and Tiffany Amber in tandem with Xuly Bet of Mali and Stoned Cherrie of South Africa will be presenting their collections at New York Fashion Week as part of the African Fashion Collective sponsored by This…
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