African fashion news
Here are some recent news and trends in African fashion:
Runway News
- Lagos Fashion Week (LFW) 2022: The 14th edition of LFW took place in October 2022, featuring over 60 designers showcasing their latest collections. (Source: Vogue Runway)
- Accra Fashion Week (AFW) 2022: The 10th edition of AFW took place in November 2022, highlighting the best of Ghanaian fashion. (Source: Fashion United)
Designer Spotlight
- Loza Maléombho: The Ivorian designer was featured in the September 2022 issue of Vogue Italia, showcasing her stunning designs inspired by African culture. (Source: Vogue Italia)
- Maki Oh: The Nigerian designer was named one of the "Top 10 African Designers to Watch" by Who What Wear in 2022. (Source: Who What Wear)
Trend Reports
- African Print: African print fabrics, such as Ankara and Adinkra, continue to be a staple in African fashion, with designers incorporating them into their designs in innovative ways. (Source: African Fashion Guide)
- Sustainable Fashion: With the growing awareness of environmental issues, African designers are incorporating sustainable practices into their designs, such as upcycling and repurposing materials. (Source: Eco-Age)
Celebrity Style
- Beyoncé: The Queen Bey wore a stunning African-inspired outfit to the 2022 BET Awards, designed by Nigerian designer, Maki Oh. (Source: BET)
- Rihanna: The singer wore a custom-made African-inspired outfit to the 2022 Met Gala, designed by Ghanaian designer, Christie Brown. (Source: Vogue)
Awards and Recognition
- The African Fashion Awards (AFA) 2022: The 5th edition of the AFA took place in November 2022, recognizing outstanding contributions to African fashion. (Source: African Fashion Awards)
- The Fashion Awards 2022: Nigerian designer, Maki Oh, was nominated for the "International Designer of the Year" award at the 2022 Fashion Awards. (Source: The Fashion Awards)
Business and Entrepreneurship
- African Fashion Fund: The African Fashion Fund, a non-profit organization, was launched in 2022 to support emerging African designers and promote African fashion globally. (Source: African Fashion Fund)
- Online Marketplaces: Online marketplaces such as Jumia Fashion and Konga Fashion are providing a platform for African designers to sell their designs to a global audience. (Source: Jumia Fashion)
These are just a few examples of the exciting developments in African fashion. The industry is growing rapidly, with designers pushing boundaries and showcasing their unique styles to the world.