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.

Urban Zulu Set To Reveal Brand New Aesthetic At AFI Fashion Week

Renowned local fashion brand, Urban Zulu, is set to make their debut appearance at the prestigious AFI Fashion Week Cape Town this Saturday, 14 March 2020 at 19:00.

No stranger to the fashion scene, Urban Zulu’s upcoming showcase will be their first public fashion week appearance in three years. The loved brand has been working tirelessly behind the scenes refining the look and feel of their brand, and after 10 years in the game, Urban Zulu will reveal a brand-new unique aesthetic during Saturday’s fashion show.

“We are extremely excited for our debut showcase at AFI Fashion Week and to reveal a new brand identify. Launching the “Urban Zulu print” has been 10 years in the making and we can’t wait for the world to see it,” shares Papy Kaluw, founder and Director of Urban Zulu.

Be the first to witness the launch of the Urban Zulu print by getting your tickets to the Urban Zulu fashion show for R250 here: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/EventCategory.aspx?itemid=1500254298#tickets

With a hallmark on originality, Urban Zulu’s relaunch will be a refreshing entry back into the fashion scene.

Ghana’s BT Model Agency Storms International Fashion Week Milan

Ghanaian modeling agency BT Model is participating in this year’s International Fashion Week Milan in Italy.

The models representing BT Model Agency are Joy Ubeku, Pearl Beulah and Nana Jukwa.

The models are expected to rock some of the latest fashion trends from some of the world-renowned fashion brands.

Season 3 of the International Fashion Week Milan will be held on 22nd February 2020 at the Michelangelo Hotel in Milan, Italy.

BT Model Agency is one of the topmost modeling agencies in Ghana and their models have been on runways of prominent fashion shows like Runway Ghana, Glitz Fashion week, Fashion Connect Africa, Dubai Fashion Week and Milan Fashion Week.

SKIN - The Photography Exhibition Celebrating The African Identity Opens On December 13

PICHA Stock in collaboration with Viva Concept will put under the spotlight twenty selected photographs from across Africa highlighting the diversity and vitality of the African identity at the SKIN exhibition in Accra on December 13. 

Taking place at the Viva Concept Store in East Legon, the exhibition will feature interpretations of the African identity SKIN - what it means to be an African today. Guests will be engaged in a brief panel discussion on the diversity and evolution of the African identity.

Visual Exploration of the African Identity

“What does it mean to be African today? Who are we once we are stripped of the expectations, the prejudices and the assumptions? There are stories behind every skin and this exhibition brings that to the fore in conceptual and creative ways,” founder of PICHA, Josiane Faubert, said.

P&H Boutique Now Open In South Gate And West Gate Malls

Mail & Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans (#MG200Young) behind retail chain, P&H boutique, continue to expand their footprint with the consecutive opening of their 5th and 6th stores at South Gate and West Gate Malls respectively.

Leaders in the modern traditional wear retail space, the P&H boutique story continues to be an inspirational one.

“It’s humbling to look back on our journey from running our business in our spare bedroom to now being available in 6 prominent malls in three provinces and servicing nationwide deliveries via our online store. None of our stores have the same personality. We look forward to growing in the communities that we’re in and seeing each new store take its own identity with its new customers that join the P&H boutique family,” shares Papa Boachie-Yiadom, co-founder of P&H boutique.

P&H boutique’s expansion is testament to their consistency as a retail chain and putting the needs of their customer base as a priority.

Relebogile Mabotja Set To Aalk SA Fashion Week In Erre For A Good Cause

Taking the SA Fashion Week ramp again for a good cause, Relebogile Mabotja is set to partake in the celebrity Hospice Wits Night With The Stars this Sunday, 7 April 2019 as a closing to SA Fashion Week.

Relebogile Mabotja will be dressed by local fashion house, Erre, whom she has forged a relationship with over the past few years.

“I met the founders of Erre in 2016. They are a great local brand that I support as they also make wearable items for fuller figured women. I’m honoured to be walking the ramp this Sunday in one of their designs,” shares Relebogile Mabotja. She adds: “This will be my second year participating in the Hospice Wits Night With The Stars. It’s a fun glamourous way to raise money and give back."

SEE IMAGES : MOD FEATURING AT FASHION POP UP BRUNCH CLUB

Come Saturday 23rd march 2019, kukun, located in the heart of Osu will come alive with colours, glitz and glamour. It will serve as an inspiring space where like-minded entrepreneurs, creatives and other professionals will converge to socialize and witness amazing fashion pieces.

This will be made possible with the hosting of this month’s edition of The Fashion Pop Up Brunch Club by Afrofusion womenswear designer MOD. The Fashion Pop Up Brunch Club is a monthly pop up collection displayed by one exceptionally talented and impactful designer.

Founder and Chief Executive Officer of MOD, which was previously known as AfroMod Trends, Ms. Ami Yomekpe expressed her excitement about the event and assured patrons of a memorable event which starts from noon and ends at five.

In December, MOD, the leading womenswear brand in Ghana for the past five years launched a luxurious holiday collection that got industry players talking. The holiday collection was named MODLUXE - A Golden Christmas.

Alisa Hotel Set To Host Accra Fashion Week With A Wide Variety Of Participating Nations

ACCRA FASHION WEEK Chilly Rainy 2019 is finally here, the week long event will take place from 28th-31st March 2019 at the Luxurious ALISA Hotel also sponsored by the Coco Lounge (Ghana's most exclusive club), FashionGHANA.com and Tree Of Life.

Once again fashionistas from Ghana, Nigeria, Cote d'Ivoire, USA, Togo, Italy, South Africa, Barbados & much more will congregate in Accra for Ghana's official Fashion Week to witness Africa's next fashion trends by our best fashion designers.

The event will host the 2nd edition of the FashionGHANA Honours & Awards 2019. Also for the 1st time we will execute AFWk's 1st ever Student Designer Competition that will host students & graduates from various fashion schools).

Guest will be honored the opportunity to see the best in trendy clothes, accessories, swimwear & more from leading brands Ghanaian brands such as Akinko, Bri Wireduah, Afre Anko, Mish Mega, Abass, Iva Michaels, Smockyworld and more. And from abroad, expect to see Zamarjesty (Nigeria) Tobams Colors (UK), Nina Sharae (USA), Ebony by Bernice (Italy), Les Reines Des Perles (Togo/France) & more.

AMB Fair 2019: Event Date Changed

Africa Makeup & Beauty Fair, the continent’s biggest annual event to showcase and connect the Ghanaian Makeup and Beauty Industry to global consumers and partners, has been rescheduled to Thursday 9th May 2019 – Saturday 11th May 2019.

The venue for AMB Fair 2019, however, remains unchanged and will still be held at Swiss Spirits Hotels and Suites Alisa at Roman Ridge in Accra.

In spite of the change in dates, all planning and execution activities towards holding a successful event are on schedule.

Consumers can still look forward to discovering the best deals and discounts and exhibitors can also look forward to getting their products and brand showcased to the world.

An exciting and new addition to the 2019 edition is a competition for makeup artists and hair stylists dubbed: The Battle of the Brushes and Combs.

It is an exciting time for participants as they come to showcase their talent and boost their careers in a healthy battle of talent and skill. The competition is open to both individuals and schools/institutions.

101 Clothing Out With “Lexis Man Collections”

Wholly owned Ghanaian fashion brand, 101 Clothing has kick started the year by outdooring a new collection. Named “Lexis Man Collections”, it is a collaborative work with leading Ghanaian media personality and host of Drive Time on Joy FM, Kwame Sakyiamah popularly known as Lexis Bill.

The collection comprises of bespoke kaftan with trimmings, casual shorts and shirts for the modern corporate man.  The designs are ideal for the day to day activities of the working class and also perfect for special events.  

Ludwig H. F Amponsah, the young entrepreneur and Creative Director of the multiple award winning clothing brand stated that the inspiration for the collection came from several observations within the atmosphere around him - listening to music and viewing patterns on vintage designs.

Fashion Icon GlennSamm Named Brand Ambassador For Caveman Watches

Ghanaian model, blogger and socialite Glenn Samm has been named ambassador for CAVEMAN WATCHES.

The announcement was officially made by CEO of Caveman and TimepieceGh, Mr Anthony Dzamefe, who was recently awarded Emerging Youth Innovator at the Ghana Youth Event Awards 2018.

Commenting on the deal, GlennSamm described the partnership as a “great step and “a sign of better things to come.”

“Caveman takes inspiration from the sophisticated originality, durability, and nature’s presence in the works of the prehistoric caveman to remind Ghanaians to be limitless and achievers whiles keeping in touch with our origins. The philosophy of Caveman is consistent with my own brand, hence why I’m especially excited about the partnership,” he added.

Born Glenn Samuel Semakor, GlennSamm is a Keta native, alumnus of IPMC, and head honcho of the KvngsOfTheNewSchool fashion brand.

P&H Boutique Win Global Business Confederation’s Business Excellence Commitment Award

Modern traditional wear retailer, P&H boutique, are the latest recipients of the Business Excellence Commitment Award by the annual Global Business Confederation Awards (The Glo-Bc Awards).

The Glo-Bc Awards aim to recognise and drive the advances of outstanding businesses, entrepreneurs and corporate executives around the world through specialised honorary awards and recognition.

“We are honored to be recognised for such an award. At P&H boutique we always strive for excellence by continuously upskilling and improving our staff as well as investing heavily in global leading systems because our customers are family and truly deserve the best,” share co-founders of P&H boutique, Papa & Hetty Boachie-Yiadom.

P&H boutique are no strangers to receiving recognition for their business excellence.  In November 2018 they were announced as the top performing business of Vusi Thembekwayo’s MyGrowthFund Top40 programme and are currently being used as a case study from this flagship programme.

See Images : MOD Fashion Brand Outdoors ‘A Golden Christmas’ Collection

Mod, a womenswear affordable luxury label presents its holiday collection themed MODLUXE - A Golden Christmas

Formerly known as AfroModTrends, the MOD brand is still inspired by the modern African woman. 

The rebrand features a fresh new look with a captivating central insignia that captures the essence of the brand; Creativity, Modern but Timeless fashion and True Femininity.

The collection features stunning occasion pieces for the holiday season made in rich brocades, satins and organzas.

Have a Golden Christmas with MOD!

Location - The ModShop, Osu, adjacent Lara Mart

P&H Boutique Featured In Latest Ariel Liquids TVC With Asanda Maku

Modern traditional wear retailer, P&H boutique, have their garments featured in the latest Ariel TVC which is seen on model and TV presenter, Asanda Maku and her daughter Nia.

Traditionally, washing brands have chosen to use plain “white” or “coloured” clothing in their adverts. Ariel Liquids choosing to use print material in their TVC is testament to the rise of modern traditional wear being worn in South Africa.

“It’s great to see a washing brand developing their products to be suitable for the cleaning of print wear. More and more people are choosing print wear for their everyday looks and not just for special occasions,” shares Hetty Boachie-Yiadom, co-founder of P&H boutique.

P&H boutique’s feature in the latest Ariel Liquids TVC comes off the back of being named the top performing business of Vusi Thembekwayo’s MyGrowthFund Top40 programme. P&H boutique were selected as 1 of 40 high-growth entrepreneurs to be mentored by MyGrowthFund under an 18-month incubator.