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Tuesday, June 16th, 2009
Aisha Obuobi is the Ghanaian behind the label Christie Brown…. Her collection was nothing short of amazing! The fabric combinations and well articulated designs added a contemporary flair to her designs.
Showing an interest in the fashion of the
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Tuesday, June 16th, 2009
Nigerian label, Eyola …presented a collection that engaged the audience in a fantasy with hoop skirts, metallic corsets and archery type dresses. However, in the collection, she also presents very wearable piece, which can be easily translated from the runway.
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Tuesday, June 16th, 2009
Ghanaian label Sika Designs… presented a collection that engaged the audience in such an appealing manner! From the solid structured pieces which combined simple cuts with interesting details like flower embroidery and sequins on the necklines to the patterned short
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Tuesday, June 16th, 2009
Ethiopian designer, Helen Asrat’s …collection consisted of a lot of black dresses and cobalt blue ones in sheer, tulle, satin and lace fabrics. The dresses are intricately detailed, with pleats, feathers, ruching and cuts! From layered tier short dresses to
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Tuesday, June 16th, 2009
South African Designer, Thula Sindi’s …collection was sophistication epitomised, from the classic LBD’s (Little black dresses) to the soft silk floor length garments. With splashes of bright yellow, pink and cobalt blue, his collection hit all the right notes. The mix of
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Monday, June 15th, 2009
LDA…’s collection filled the runway with yards of lace, Tartan and adorable flower applique. She features dresses which can be worn out to lunch and those that will definitely make statements in social events! She mixes soft colours with delicate fabrics to execute
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Monday, June 15th, 2009
In popular fashion, Jewel by Lisa’s …collection features African fabrics with sequins and detailing on the bodice, neckline and sleeves which never fail to captivate an audience! This collection is pleasantly colourful, and features quite a number of beautiful individual
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Monday, June 15th, 2009
Tanzanian designer, Mustafa Hassanali’s… collection can be described as tropical candy! The vibrant colours combined with soft sheer floaty fabrics, capture the allure of a fine summer’s day and an enchanting summer’s evening!
His garments emphasise on the hands and shoulders
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