Original Story Published by: Bernard Dayo, www.okayafrica.com
Photo Source: Chanel
In 2018, Naomi Campbell advocated for a “Vogue Africa,"wondering why no magazine of a similar stature existed on the continent in spite of the rising generation of African designers and promise of the continent’s growing market. Though the need for an African Vogue title is a much more nuanced conversation, the supermodel’s comments about recognizing how much the continent contributes to the global fashion industry remain true now, years after she first made them.
Fashion weeks have really taken off. This year, South African Fashion Week (SAFW) returned for its 41st season, while Accra Fashion week marked its 6th year. We saw creative team-ups between African designers and international brands. South Africa’s Rich Mnisi, back in January, collaborated with Adidas to create a collection of performance pieces and streetwear that reflects the designer’s native roots.
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