Tagged ‘young nigerian designers’

‘Le Poseur’ – Iamisigo A/W 2011 Collection

‘Le Poseur’ – Iamisigo A/W 2011 Collection

Tuesday, July 12th, 2011

Iamisigo is one of the many young fashion brands in the Nigerian Fashion scene with a womenswear line and  Charlatans which is the designers tee-shirt & polo shirt line. The designer behind the brand – Bubu Ogisi …is also a rising stylist.

‘Modern, Stylish & Simply Chic’- Ejiro Amos Tafiri

‘Modern, Stylish & Simply Chic’- Ejiro Amos Tafiri

Friday, September 24th, 2010

In the fashion industry, there are two kinds of designers; the ones who wake up and say; “I want to be a designer!” and the ones who either go to fashion school or pay their dues by working with acclaimed…

In “Control”: Obsidian releases innovative fashion film for Spring/Summer 2010 Collection

In “Control”: Obsidian releases innovative fashion film for Spring/Summer 2010 Collection

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

It is time to put an end to the wait as the short fashion film for the Spring/Summer 2010  “Control” Collection from Obsidian is finally here!!!
Synopsis:… Three friends are on their way to a party when they hear a

Obsidian inspires feverish anticipation with sneak peek of Spring/Summer 2010 “Control” Collection & Fashion Film

Obsidian inspires feverish anticipation with sneak peek of Spring/Summer 2010 “Control” Collection & Fashion Film

Wednesday, May 5th, 2010

The fashion industry is fast paced and exciting. Designers are constantly fishing for innovative ways to showcase their collections, with the surprise factor always in check! Obsidian… just gave BN something other than their designs to talk about!
Instead of 

Lanre Aluko Introduces Lorenzo Duffle Bag Designs (LDBD)

Lanre Aluko Introduces Lorenzo Duffle Bag Designs (LDBD)

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010

About the designer: Lanre Aluko… is an undergraduate at Loughborough University U.K. studying Business Economics and Finance. He is also a Singer/ Songwriter.  He appeared on the BN’s 25 days of Christmas giveaway as a Vlisco contest winner rocking one of his designs.

So(phisticated)LULLY by JamesLULLY

So(phisticated)LULLY by JamesLULLY

Wednesday, December 9th, 2009

The fashion business like any other relies on market research. Recognising a need in the market and allocating resources to fulfil that need. The JamesLULLY label… might just be the end to the search of affordable handbags.
The JL label

BN Exclusive: YAFW(III)

BN Exclusive: YAFW(III)

Friday, August 14th, 2009

We are concluding our exclusive feature of the  Young Africa Fashion Weekend… (YAFW) with this last group of three, amongst the nine featured designers. We hope to see more events  like this one; which provide young talented designers in the

BN Exclusive: YAFW(II)

BN Exclusive: YAFW(II)

Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

We kicked off our exclusive feature of the Young Africa Fashion Weekend (YAFW) on Monday, as we profiled three of the nine designers and their featured collections. Today we bring you more from the YAFW…; Its three designers and

BN Exclusive: Young Africa Fashion Weekend (YAFW)

BN Exclusive: Young Africa Fashion Weekend (YAFW)

Monday, August 10th, 2009

It’s undeniable how much the African Fashion Industry has grown into its own in these past years. In recognising that this growth can only be enhanced by creating an avenue of discovery and opportunity for young African designers globally, partners…

Obsidian: The Muse

Obsidian: The Muse

Tuesday, July 7th, 2009

Designer and no new comer to the BN style page Isoken Ogiemwonyi talks about her latest collection for her fashion label; Obsidian.
What role did your muse, Nicole play in the design process of  this collection?…
She was the focal point in