With the world of African fashion influencing style trends comes the need for a one stop shop for resources. Who is leading the way in designs? Who will be showcased in upcoming Fashion Week Events? Those interested in staying abreast of trends and information needed for growing businesses and networking potential now have a one stop place where they can look with confidence to the latest trends. African Fashion Designers: the Ultimate Guide is the place to connect with the latest trends on the African fashion scene.
In 2009, there were over thirty African Fashion Week Events showcasing the work of African fashion houses and designers. Since then the numbers of African designers and businesses has grown giving birth to an undeniable explosion of diverse creativity around the world on the fashion art scene.
Designers are presenting trending unique looks for women, men, and children. Accessories that complete the look of an outfit are being designed and sold to shoppers with discriminating taste across the diaspora and around the globe.
Well made fashions from quality materials are part of a strong business plan that connects those seeking looks that purposely vary drastically from European styles. These works of art involve a distinct African vibe that spans the spectrum of business and office wear, formal attire, and casual looks that inspire fun.
Cultural wear is a sought after theme for many weddings and offers a way to stand out from traditional European styled white gowns which have been a long term staple for many couples. The added variety of African inspired wedding attire is a beautiuful way to express creativity on such an important occasion.
Accessories are not always for clothes, African designers help outfit the home also. Stores with national and international markets are smart to include the work of designers who create pieces that lend a feel of the motherland. Tables, chairs, throw pillows and African inspired art continue to do well. These pieces are not only sought after for African and African-American homes. They are found in spaces and places where people connect with the rich feeling of hand crafted wood, and one-of-a-kind throw pillows carrying African prints. As more people redesign homes with accent walls the current trends suggests that African adornment will be included.
With on line commerce business owners are able to present and sell fashions and art that appeals to consumers seeking flexibility of shopping from the comfort of home and quality pieces that celebrate cultural awareness.
This post features designers and businesses from A-M. Check out the next post for N-Z and stay up to date with the latest information on African style.
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Akpos Okudu
Alali Boutique ( Nigeria)
Anna Luks (Tanzania)
Adama Paris (Senegal/Paris)
Awa Camara
Airness (Mali)
AAMAACOUTURE (Nigeria)
Amechi ( Nigeria )
Ade bakare ( Nigeria)
Aso Damisi
Annansi clothing (Ghana)
Afua Owusu (Ghana)
Asakeoge (Nigeria/London)
Aschobi Designs (Sierra Leone)
Aso Clothing
Aya Morrison (Ghana)
Allen and fifth ( Nigeria )
Anggy Haif (Cameroon )
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Bantu Wax
Bestow Elan
Bistrat Negassi( Eritrea)
Bookies shoes (South Africa)
Botilam
Beampeh (Nigeria)
Black bird jeans (Kenya)
Back2Eden
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Cauris Wax (Mali)
Citizins (Ghana)
Christiane King (Ivory Coast)
Clara Designs (Ivory Coast
Clutch Culture (Zimbabwe )
CJAJ09
Chianu
Cocolily ( Ghana)
les creations d’abi (Ghana/Paris)
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Dou Couture (Mali)
Dabanga handcrafted Jewelry
Dsenyo
Dzyn
DRC (Congo)
Deco (Nigeria)
Dashikis
Deana Shabaan (Egypt)
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Eyola (Nigeria)
Erijo Amos Tafiri ( Nigeria)
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Fall Toure (Togo)
Free people rebelion
Farai Simoyi ( Zimbabwe)
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Gisella Boutique (Ghana)
Graig Port (South Africa)
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HG Creation (Gambia)
House of Bunor Creazioni (Nigeria)
House of Eccentric Clothing (Ghana)
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Ineska Creations
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June
Jessique Designs (Ghana)
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Karim Tassi (Maroc)
Kente design
Kayobi clothing
Kiki Clothing (Ghana)
Kosibah
Korto Momolu (Liberia)
Kachi Designs
Kachi Designs
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Lanre da Silva ( Nigeria)
Lem Lem
Lola Faturoti (Nigeria)
loincloth & ashes
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Maison D’afie (Cameroon)
Mad Imports
Mataano (Somalia)
Meilei
Momostyles (Nigeria)
Ms Ms (Cameroon)
Manani
Mina Danielle (Ghana)
Magenta Flair (British)
Malaika (Ghana)
Mina Evans
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