Prints of the Week: Grey, Nigeria

Have a look at some of the designs from Nigerian ready-to-wear label Grey. I am in love with their designs and the overall look. They have a shop located in Lagos and…

Sexy Prints: Beachwear by Stella Jean

Stella Jean, Italian-Haitian designer, did it again. After her mind-blowing Spring/Summer collection, she is back with bikinis and swimsuits. The bottom pieces as well as some of the one piece suits remind…

Summer Shoes: Maasai Collection from Pikolinos

Spanish shoe label Pikolinos is collaborating with a community in the Maasai Mara, Kenya. According to the website, all profits generated from the sale of this collection will be re-invested into the…

Prints of the Week: Achea-Mpong by Mutesi

 I am really into print-pants right now. The Kente trousers above are from the label Achea-Mpong by Mutesi. The designer Suzan Mutesi is of Ugandan heritage and resides in Australia. Would you…

Beautiful Things: Joyjewels

Check-out the online boutique from Lea Kray, where she has an assortment of Africa-inspired jewelry, dresses and interior design items. I am in love with the pink Kente pillow! Find out more:…

Explosion of Color & Prints: Bombe Surprise

Bombe Surprise is a label from London. The collection and designs are inspired by the wax prints that designer Nina Ribena saw at one of London’s many markets and the multicultural vibe…

Fashion that Rocks: Interview with EMUA Fashions

APiF: Please introduce your business and your designs. Cynthia Kio: Emua Fashions is a label that produces contemporary African designs. APiF: How does your heritage inspire/influence your designs? Cynthia: My designs are…

Ariike Alden: New Website & New Collection

Ariike Alden updated their website recently and now customers can purchase designs online – yeah! Dresses from the new collection are also available. Which of these outfits above would you wear? I would…