South Africa Menswear Week 2016/17 definitely brought South Africa’s best to the runway. The fashion event featured amazing new and experienced talent with the finest models South Africa has witnessed over a number of runway shows.
To see all runway action from the event, click on South Africa Menswear Week 2016/17.
See all designs by Chulaap by Chu Suwannapha, Jenevieve Lyons & Nao Serati.
Klor Tsoo Okai is a new fashion brand to his the streets of Ghana. Klortsoo Oka presents the label as a Luxury Fashion Brand Creating Cutting-Edge Designs For The Effortlessly Chic Woman.
The label makes it’s introduction into the world of fashion with their Maiden SS16 Collection INITIUM.
See the pictures below.
What do you think? Is this label worth rising up?
I was recently in Germany for a family event in Munich, Bavaria. In Germany, stores are closed on Sundays and they start to shut down around 3 or 4 pm on Saturdays. My train arrived at 3.30 pm in Munich, which gave me a very short window for an important mission besides attending the family event: I wanted to check out Noh Nee, a store owned by the two Cameroonian sisters Marie and Rahmée, that sells Dirndl with an African twist.
In case you don’t know what a Dirndl is: it’s a traditional dress worn in Bavaria as well as Austria, inspired by the clothing of Alps peasants. So as an Afro German, it’s something I wouldn’t be caught dead in, as it used to represent everything I didn’t identify with – a kind of traditional, conservative, “Germanness”. But here I was suddenly leaving messages on an answer machine and asking the store owner of Noh Nee, if she could keep her store a bit longer open, so that I could come by and check it out.
My sister came along reluctantly and mentioned several times that she wasn’t intending to buy anything. I ensured her that I just wanted to have a look and take some pics for the blog :-).
What can I say, we ended up doing more than just having a quick peek. We met one of the owners – Rahmée – who was super nice and welcoming. She showed us around the store and told us the inspiration for different designs, where the collections were made and how much work went into each design. We had a blast, tried on shoes, Dirndl, coats, accessories and talked about everything under the sun and what’s hot and not in the African Fashion industry.
What makes the “Dirndl à l’Africaine” so special and unique for me is that it combines both of my heritages in an excellent and stylish way. The secret about a Dirndl: it looks awesome on any body type. It accentuates the waist and highlights the chest.
The dresses from Noh Nee are not cheap, but therefore they are exceptionally well made. Everything is just a real design piece. Rahmée and her sister Marie make sure that the fabrics are high quality and use besides prints from Vlisco also fabrics that originate from Ghana, Senegal etc. The brand also works together with Senegalese artist and textile designer Aissa Dione.
And of course, I ended up buying a Dirndl! It has already become a timeless staple in my wardrobe. My sister bought a coat and several accessories. We arrived very late for the family dinner, but it was totally worth it! Go check out Noh Nee when you are in Munich or visit their online store.
Comment below and let me know how you like this combination of German tradition and African fabrics!
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Find out more:
w: http://www.nohnee.com/collections/all
f: https://www.facebook.com/NOHNEEDirndlafricaine
i: https://www.instagram.com/noh_nee/
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Womenswear brand, Couture by Makioba, releases new images as it makes a debut in the Plus Size Fashion industry. The designer is inspired by a woman’s innate desire to feel sexy, confident and smart – regardless of her size.
The brand aims to clothe every Plus Size Lady in pieces that she will always feels comfortable and stylish in; and Taje Prest, media personality and Makioba’s Muse, serves as the model in this collection.
The Staple Collection is a must have fun every woman ! Have a look below.
How do you like her collection? Tell us in the comment box…
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Inspired by the “Birds of Paradise” kingdom where the most beautiful and extraordinary creatures are found, Totally Ethnik’sThe Remake Collection expresses astounding beauty, romance and sensuality while being fierce to take on the world.
Creative Director for Totally Ethnik, Marie Kipre,states “BoPTheRemake is a more daring collection from our earlier version of Birds of Paradise.” She decided to fuse silk, lace and crepe with applique designs of birds of paradise flowers’ fabric pattern to create a blissful summery feel.
Birds of ParadiseThe Remake shares a story of the untold possibilities of our inner strength.”
Models: ChantellDapaah&AmaAyirebi
Photography: Phloshop
Makeup Artist: Maquillage by Abena
Stylist: Marie Kipre
Totally Ethnik Presents The ‘Birds of Paradise’ Nature Inspired Collection was originally published on http://completefashion.org/totally-ethniks-remake-of-birds-of-paradise-embraces-nature/ on
Fanm Djanm means strong woman – and the summer collection of the NYC-based headwraps & accessories brand celebrates strong, bold and beautiful black women in its latest photo shoot – taken in Puerto Rico. The colors and the energy in these images are just amazing. My favorite is the shot with the elegant pastel colors and the one with the short print dresses and all the beaded necklaces piled on top of each other. That’s such a fab look! The Fanm Djanm website also offers headwrap tutorials – have a look at them and start practicing your headwraping game, so that you are ready to rock your crowns this summer.
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Sometimes the most beautiful designs & photos are so captivating – because they are simple. That’s what I like so much about the France/Benin-based brand Nash Prints It. The studio photography of their new collection focuses on showcasing West African prints worn by beautiful women. Simple, right? But so effective!
I basically love every single image as it exudes style, beauty, positive energy, confidence, coolness, elegance and hipness. All that without frills and props. My favorites are the short Kimono tops and the dress with the cut-out at the back.
How do you like the collection? Any favorite looks? Comment below!
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w: http://www.nashprintsit.com/
f: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Nash-Prints-It
i: https://www.instagram.com/lapetiteshadeoff/
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In honor of multi-cultural day at the kids’ school…
This piece was made/designed by Nigerian brand; Vogue Africaine (thank you). It comes with a head tie (not pictured-not worn). Instead of wrapping the bottom part the traditional way, I tied my wrap really snug at the waist to last the whole day…otherwise I’d have been re-wrapping throughout.
Please if you are interested in owning one contact Remi at 201.925.8163
I love this!!
Isn’t this just amazing?
A global household brand providing high quality and unique afrocentric wear with utmost attention on 100% customer satisfaction and corporate social responsibility, Ayo Van Elmar (AVE) is a fast emerging brand that was launched in May 2011 and has, since then, grown in leaps and bounds. AVE’s style can be described as Afro-European fashion that is inspired by the creative director’s cross-cultural experience.
AVE’s Spring/Summer 2016 Collection, “FISHBONE” is an illustration of artistic beauty, featuring prints, bold and hued colours and sheer fabric!
See more of the collection and campaign videos below:
Stunning! Isn’t it?
Exquisite!! Ayo Van Elmar Spring/Summer 2016 Collection “FISHBONE” was originally published on http://completefashion.org/ayo-van-elmar-contemporary-design-space-sent-you-ave_fishbone_lookbook/ on
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Joburg kicks off today, with an inspiring line-up of designers who will bring South Africa’s extraordinary talent under the spotlight of the world stage until Saturday at Sandton City’s Nelson Mandela Square.
Organised and curated by African Fashion International (AFI), the gateway to refined African fashion, MBFWJ weaves the eccentricity of African heritage and history into contemporary notions of fashion, putting the focus firmly on local designers.
From urban street fashion to chic ready-to-wear items and avant-garde designs, audiences can expect a good dose of beyond-trend fashion and one of the best fashion productions of 2016.
Some of the top designers to be featured include internationally-acclaimed David Tlale, Khosi Nkosi, Stefania Morland, Scalo and many more.
Group Marketing Manager at AFI, Sizwe Nzimande said: “South Africa is bursting with creative and talented young designers who are passionate about making their mark on the global fashion scene.”
“AFI’s commitment to sustainability in the African fashion industry and empowering individuals to showcase their work on an international scale remains a priority in 2016, and we look forward to seeing what our home-grown designers have in store for us this year.”
While fashionistas can look forward to incredible designs of Autumn Winter collections for women, designers showcasing menswear at MBFWJ this year are Selfie, Carducci, Millie Collins and David Tlale.
Khosi Nkosi’s collection will open the glittering showcase at the iconic Nelson Mandela Square, while David Tlale heats things up on Friday night at a mystery off-site venue to be revealed in due course.
Joburg audiences hoping to catch a glimpse of their favourite designers’ collections will have the opportunity to plan their time at MBFWJ using the official designer schedule.
The designer line-up for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Joburg 2016 is:
Thursday, 10 March 2016
18h00 Khosi Nkosi at Nelson Mandela Square
19h15 Marianne Fassler at Nelson Mandela Square
20h30 Stefania Morland at Nelson Mandela Square
21h30 The Intern by David Tlale at Nelson Mandela Square
Friday, 11 March 2016
18h00 Tamara Dyson/ Tuelo Nguyuza Collectiv at Nelson Mandela Square
19h20 Spero Viliotti Couture at Nelson Mandela Square
20h30 Mille Collines at Nelson Mandela Square
21h30 David Tlale (venue to be revealed)
Saturday, 12 March 2016
14h00 AKEDO EXCLUSIVE PRESENTATION at Nelson Mandela Square
15H30 AFI Fastrack™ at Nelson Mandela Square
17H00 Selfi/Augustine at Nelson Mandela Square
18H15 Leigh Schubert/Grapevine at Nelson Mandela Square
19h30 Scalo/ Tsotetsi KL in association with FALKE at Nelson Mandela Square
20h30 Carducci at Nelson Mandela Square
“Local fashion is fast-paced and exciting, and we have worked closely with the industry to plan a ground-breaking display against the backdrop of an electric and energised atmosphere, enchanting designers and audiences alike,” said Nzimande.
“The designers have worked tirelessly and sacrificed many a long night to prepare for this highly anticipated event. The designs that will dominate the runway this year offer an outpouring of passion and a taste of the talent that is alive and thriving in Africa.”
Some shows including David Tlale’s are sold out. For other shows visit www.webticket.co.za
