The fashion elite gathered in Johanessburg, South Africa at the Standton Convention center to see the finest African dsigners strut their creations down the catwalk. 51 designers from over 21 countries participated in the event including Christie Brown (from Ghana), whose hot n’ preppy ensemble (above) got kudos all around… Check out some more of the fierce fashion on the runway:
Helen Astari (of Ethiopia)
David Tlale (of South Africa)
This event was co-sponsored by ARISE MAGAZINE– one fo the largest culturally-based African fashion-magazines in the world. This was said of the event:
“Africa has long been a muse for the arts throughout the world, most recently in fashion, with the world’s top designers choosing to look towards African techniques, designs and materials to ensure that their collections appeal to a wider global audience. Many great international designer houses have borrowed from Africa in creating their most recent collections, including Louis Vuitton, Lanvin, Oscar de la Renta and Christian Louboutin. There appears to be a new excitement around the African aesthetic, and we believe that it is time this is displayed to the world, from the source of this inspiration.” Says Dr Precious Moloi-Motsepe Chairperson, African Fashion International.
That is true, indeed. Let’s check out some more hauteness from this extravagent 8-day event:
Ituen Basi (of Nigeria)
Nkwo (of Nigeria)
Lanre DaSilva (of Nigeria)
SIKA DESIGNS (from Ghana)
Sandra Muendane (from Mozambique)
Indeed! The beauty of Africa was definitely well-represented by these talented designers. They have proven taht Africa is certainly a force to be reckoned with in the field of fashion and design. Some of the top-designers in the wolrd have been inspired by African culture and style, and now their voices in the world of fashion are clearly heard!
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