In recent years, African fashion has experienced a meteoric rise on the international scene. Talented designers, inspired by a rich heritage and deeply rooted traditions, are reinventing fashion codes ...
These days, clothes are a form of self-expression, and Nigerian brands like Orange Culture or Red Button invite you to dress not just for the world, but for yourself. There’s something about the right ...
According to Statista, the revenue of the global fashion market in 2020 was approximately $1.46 trillion U.S. dollars; it is anticipated to increase to about $2.25 trillion by 2025. The USA, which is ...
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. “I spent half of my life in Nigeria and half of my life in the US, so I think what we try to do with our clothing aspect is ...
LAGOS, Nigeria (AP) – At Nigeria’s Katangua Market, that castaway from the West means big money. Shipping container after shipping container arrive in the market in Lagos, filled to the brim with ...
There’s a distinct buzz around the Africa Fashion exhibition at London’s prestigious Victoria and Albert Museum. The event, which opens on July 2 and stretches across two floors, is a fascinating ...
When Ifafunke Oladigbolu moved to Berkeley from Nigeria in 1991, she missed the vibrancy and vividness of Nigerian fashion. Knowing the impact of clothing on one’s self esteem, Oladigbolu said she ...
Celebrities love to support their favorite up-and-coming designers by wearing their garments and directing millions of fans to their label. But it takes more than hype to build a successful fashion ...