Dahomey Paris: The Unisex Clothing Brand Blending African Heritage with European Tailoring

Photo: Courtesy of Dahomey Paris Brand Bio is Fashionista’s guide to the best independent fashion and beauty brands — a resource for retailers, job seekers, B2B companies and consumers alike.…

My Style Is a Mix of My Alabama Upbringing, West African Roots, and New England Education. Finding It Took Some Time.

When I left Alabama for college in the Northeast, I was wearing the most neutral of disguises. My wardrobe consisted of tops and miniskirts belonging to the girl-next-door aesthetic, found…

After stadium delays, African Nations Championship kicks off

After severe delays in stadium renovations, east Africa is finally ready to co-host the much-awaited African Nations Championship (CHAN), kicking off on Saturday. It is a historic moment for Kenya,…

African Designers to be Focus of First Fashion Show at Festival in Rwanda

The combination of sports, music and fashion is a winning combination with fans and brands alike, and now the Giants of Africa Festival is tapping into that zeal with its…

Galeries Lafayette Pop-up Highlights African Fashion Designers

PARIS — Galeries Lafayette is celebrating African fashion designers, as the continent gears up to launch the Pan African Fashion Alliance, a new public-private partnership designed to facilitate sourcing, develop…