…APiF: When and why did you start Labo Ethnik? Yvette: In 2007. I created Labo Ethnik because I was surprised of the lack of visibility that young Afro-Caribbean designers suffer…
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…Costume Institute of the African Diaspora (CIAD). APiF: What inspired the exhibition?Teleica Kirkland: The inspiration for the exhibition came from my research of dress history in the Caribbean. I had…
…to fall out of focus after awhile when people get bored or distracted by something different. However, African prints aren’t a trend for me. APiF: Is African Print in the…
…African and the Western, a possibility to comment on and to present ourselves. The African prints are highly visible celebrating African heritage. The haute couture is the advocate of this…
…has influences from both East and West Coasts combined with his Afro-Latino, Caribbean, and Southern roots. Being an Army Brat, I lived in various states and countries brings the love…
…a lot of African fashion twins – here is a selection. Have I missed anyone? Please comment below! The Okunoren Twins (Nigeria) – I have never seen twins that look…
Fashionista Joy Adaeze with a JBL ClutchThe Zen Magazine recently posted their top 9 African Designers. That list got me thinking regarding who are my top African Designers in 2013….
…out. Sapelle Accessories and designs from emerging designers and smaller labels. Here you can find designers like Doris & Doris, Modahnik, Adjoa Osei and many more. Nubian Hueman Online boutique…
…African Fashion” on Instagram to showcase fashion by African Designers. Today is day 100. APiF: 100 days of African Fashion – what was the objective of the campaign and are…
…interior designers you would like to share with us? Nana: Part of the fun of starting 54kibo has been meeting interior designers – we’ve been so awed by the incredible…