Fashion is a lingua franca, and in the modern context, it is increasingly a worldly sensibility embracing an African-inspired attire with its buoyant lexicon. A fine blend of classic African elements ...

Color is a powerful storyteller in African festival costumes, with each shade carrying unique meanings and symbolism across cultures. For instance, red frequently signifies tension or spiritual energy ...

She’s the sister of Nigerian soccer legend Sunday Oliseh, but with her fashion label Tesslo, Tessy Oliseh-Amaize is making a ...

His style combines modern designs with ... The report found 37 African countries produce cotton yet the continent imports $23.1 billion of textiles each year, including clothing and footwear ...

Armed with an innate talent for design and a ... vision didn’t stop at traditional African attires. Recognizing the growing demand for stylish and comfortable urban wear, he expanded Waley ...

FORT MOSE 1738, a designer fashion collection, combines West African traditional textiles and prints with western silhouettes.

Michael B. Jordan's premiere look incorporated earthy tones such as browns, greens, and ochres, often seen in traditional ...

thus contributing to the development of a new ethical African fashion. Also featured is Maisha By Nisria, a non-profit fashion and design studio based in Nakuru, Kenya. Known for its unique, handmade ...

Nairobi Fashion Week 2025 concluded with a powerful statement on the future of fashion, spotlighting Africa ... Designs from Maisha by Nusria SOKOLATA, a high-end and eco-responsible ready-to-wear ...

A new generation of African designers are bursting onto the global fashion scene, gaining recognition from top celebrities including Beyoncé, Alicia Keys, and Naomi Campbell.