Over 13 Countries Set To Showcase At Accra Fashion Week 2023

The highly-anticipated Accra Fashion Week is set to return from December 13th to December 17th, 2023, marking its 10th edition with a dazzling spectacle titled "Vive l'Afrique." 

This event promises to be an exceptional celebration of Africa's fashion progress, showcasing the vibrant and dynamic world of African style.

Breaking from tradition, this year's runway shows will take place during the daytime, specifically on Saturday, December 16th, and Sunday, December 17th, illuminating the fashion world in a new light.

Accra Fashion Week is more than just a fashion event; it is a platform for creativity, networking, and collaboration. In anticipation of the main shows, Accra Fashion Week will host a series of sub-events that provide a unique opportunity for designers to connect and exchange ideas. 

Nespresso And Chiara Ferragni Embark On A Journey Of Discovery, Inspired By Italy's Love For Coffee

Nespresso is kicking off the year in style with Italian fashion icon, Chiara Ferragni, who has embarked on a journey of discovery through her love of coffee in a four-part short film series.

Inspired by the delicious flavours and the Italian regional coffee traditions, Chiara co-developed a limited-edition collection with Nespresso, expanding the Ispirazione Italiana range with the launch of the Milano Intenso coffee, accessories and a coffee machine that pay tribute to the urban vibes and contemporary tempo of Milan, Chiara’s city of adoption.
 
Alongside renowned historian, Filippo Cosmelli, Chiara starts her adventure in the fascinating history of Rome’s coffee culture and the tradition and creativity of the beautiful city. Together, the duo visit iconic locations, including Antico Caffè Greco where they enjoy a Roma espresso and uncover Italian roasting traditions.

Chiara’s journey continues through the city of Milan, the true inspiration behind the design, taste and notes of the Milano Intenso coffee, stemming from historic locations such as Villa Necchi, Palazzo Montedoria and Duomo Cathedral. 

The Duomo gold spires and Villa Necchi’s bespoke geometric deep green design with gold accents, appear throughout the limited-edition collection, uniting coffee enthusiasts globally with timeless elegance and classic vibes.
 
Commenting on her collaboration with Nespresso, Chiara Ferragni said: “My love of coffee and Italy knows no limits, so I jumped at the chance to collaborate again with my dear Nespresso family to co-develop this limited-edition collection. The new range has been inspired by the creativity and rich culture of Milan, and I am so excited to bring to life such great tasting coffee with beautiful accessories and machine for coffee lovers to enjoy wherever they are.”

Here’s Why Everyone Is Talking About Sara The Dressmaker's Head-Turning Gowns

Sara The Dressmaker might be a new name for some of you, but she is been one of the most popular fashion designers in these last couple of years.

The Ghanaian designer has dressed numerous celebrities such as Ghanaian media personality - Berla Mundi, Victoria Lebenee, Chrystal Kwame-Aryee, KSM, and Ghanaian broadcaster Abeiku Santana.

Over the years, Sara The Dressmaker has established itself as one of the leading couture fashion house in Ghana, with garments characterized by their high-end fabrications and meticulous sewing techniques.

Known for their romantic and sensual nature, Sara The Dressmaker’s bridal gowns will help you shock and awe everyone at your wedding with all their exquisite details. The Ghanian fashion designer has managed to define new standards for high fashion with her gorgeous bridal gowns that blend figure-flattering silhouettes with amazing details and a strong focus on comfort.

Air France Hosts The Balmain Fashion Show In Its Maintenance Hangars

During Paris Fashion Week, on Monday 8 March 2021, fashion designer Balmain presented the film of its new 2021-2022 autumn/winter collection shot in the Air France Industries hangars at Paris-Charles de Gaulle. In this virtual fashion show, these two worlds came together to showcase French elegance before a global audience.

This exceptional film shooting that highlights the Air France teams’ diverse expertise was a unique opportunity to present the new creations of one of the finest French haute couture designers.

The models had the opportunity to walk along the wing of a Boeing 777-300, on the tarmac around an Airbus A350 and also in front of the Air France maintenance division’s imposing infrastructure, in line with the strictest safety rules. The scenes succeed one another in a creation that now more than ever inspires a strong desire to travel.

In a nod to the fashion house’s heritage, the event is a modern take on Pierre Balmain and his models’ trips on board Air France.

Relebogile Mabotja Launches Winter Campaign For Donna

Media personality and businesswoman, Relebogile Mabotja, leads the winter essentials campaign launched this week for clothing brand Donna.

Donna celebrates plus size fashion and the curves it’s designed for, and winter essentials under Lockdown Level 4 can now be purchased online for priority delivery – www.donna.co.za – or in store at select locations.

“I’m a lover of fashion and in particular, supporting local fashion brands. I’ve had a great relationship working with the fantastic team at Donna over the years and it’s exciting to be leading their winter essentials campaign,” shares Relebogile Mabotja.

The Donna winter collection sees Relebogile Mabotja being instrumental in the look and feel as she got to pair the fashion items together that best represents who she is.

P&H boutique Share Benefits Of Their Ankara Face Masks In Light Of COVID-19

Personal hygiene safety has become a frontline conversation after the recent declaration of the coronavirus as a national state of disaster by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Fashion, playing a huge role in our daily lives, now comes with added benefits for our safety during this pandemic. 

Leaders in the modern traditional wear, P&H boutique, are sharing safety benefits of their Ankara face masks. The fashion item comes with the below benefits:

·         Prevents touching of nose and mouth

·         Reduces direct contact with face

·         Assists with sensitivity to dust and smoke and pollution, especially those with sensitive sinuses

·         Insulation from cold and wind

It is important to note that these are NOT surgical/medical masks that prevent one from contracting the coronavirus, but rather aid in limiting the spread as one is unable to directly touch the areas on the face most susceptible to the virus.

ACCRA FASHION WEEK CR20 SUSPENDED UNTIL OCTOBER

FashionGHANA.com confirms that the Chilly Rainy edition of Accra Fashion Week 2020 set for March 26th-30th, will be canceled. All expected runway activities and participating designers will be postponed until October 1st-5th, 2020 where we can promise an even more explosive show.

The reasons being is due to the Corona Virus epidemic. Although we are fully aware that Ghana at the moment is safe from the Corona Virus, we do not believe now will not be the best time to execute the event that hosts such a large attendance of international guests. Accra Fashion Week today stands as a grand key event in tourism for Ghana, with over a 100 foreign participants including guests from all over the world consistently in attendance.

The event, at times hosting upto 30 countries on the runway in Ghana, something that isn't been done anywhere else. This year we were scheduled to host 16 foreign countries on the runway. Unfortunately 6 have pulled out due to uncontrollable circumstances in their home country, and a good number of the remaining designers from abroad are in fear to travel.