AnDRE FASHIONAFRIQUE

Sly Monay Fashion releases the innovative ''Cravat Masterpiece: Afro-European collection Featuring Juliet Ibrahim, OC Ukeje, Bryan Okwara etc The Fashion forward, innovative brand has yet again released a first of its kind masterpiece for the native line. This collection was inspired by looking at the African culture or way of life, style, innovation and taking the Nigerian fashion to the next level. Sly Monay Fashion becomes the first fashion brand to ever infuse the use of the cravat tie on African/Native attires, hence The Cravat Masterpiece : Afro-European collection. The cravat is a neckband, the forerunner of the modern tailored necktie originated in the 1630s, in the reign of Louis XIII of France. Like most men’s fashion between the 17th century and World War 1, it was of military origin that came with the Croatian military kit as scarves distinctively knotted on the Croats’ necks. This has become widely acceptable all over the world and mostly worn in...

#team_AnDRE really pushing it so as to please our already existing customers and those who'd join the train soon. From our recently worked upon logo to the machines where most of the work is done in olamide's voice "is a hit back to back". Thanks to those who believe in us and those who are the backbone of AnDRE. We appreciate, #team_AnDRE rocks.... *smiling emoji. Photos after the cut

Oleku – Old school Fashion Trending Oleku is the Iro and Buba from the 60’s. It is a wrapper(Iro) tied to reach just above the knee and a short sleeve Buba hand. In fact it is what you can call a mini- wrapper just like what is known as a mini skirt. Modern day ladies used to make fun of the older generation when viewing photos of their mum’s Oleku attire including yours sincerely(me). But its amazing how we have now found the oleku style tasteful in modern times. It is now a fashion statement at various occasions. Oleku is a smart way of wearing the Buba and Iro attire which was traditionally worn elegantly by tying the wrapper to reach the ankle in length and the Buba is worn as a long sleeve. The length of the wrapper might still be big in size , all the wearer has to do is to stylishly tie it to the preferred length above the knee. There are different fabrics that can be used to sew the Oleku style. Fabrics like lace, ankara, Aso ofi would do jus...

For as long as I can remember, I have always been fascinated by Traditional African attire. All the different fabrics, patterns, colors and shapes always caught my eyes from an early age. I would always look forward to church on Sunday because I was eager to see what new gowns and headpieces the ladies at church would be wearing, from then I knew that my passion for clothes and fashion was born. For me, African Traditional clothing is more than just fabric. It tells a story of our roots as African, it shows how proud we are of who we are but it also reflects the ability and beauty of all our talents. My Grandmother has always been a seamstress so a lot of ladies at church would often come to her for their traditional gowns. At times I would sit with her by the sewing machine and help her with cutting fabrics and measuring clients and its safe to say that I was a natural, well according to my Grandmother anyway but hey what else is she meant to say? perhaps she was just using me ...

Munachi Abii Muna, Yomi Casual dazzle in shoot for new campaign Former most beautiful girl in Nigeria, Muna is steadily giving us beauty goals in Yomi Casual’s shirt collection campaign Ex beauty queen turn artiste is beautiful for days as she headlines for Yomi Casual’s shirt collection lookbook. After a limited release of some of their tunics and casuals earlier this year, Nigerian fashion brand, Yomi Casuals is set to launch its first contemporary shirt collection. Yomi sets the tone of what is to be expected from the collection in the campaign featuring ex-beauty queen and rapper Munachi Abii (who did not fail us at all!). The duo (Muna and Yomi) were shot by Photographer , Ayo Alasi, Make-up was done by the talented D’artiste by Dodos.

African Fashion Week London 2016 Mazi Chukz named as menswear brand ambassador Artiste said he is excited to see some of the fresh talents showcasing their work on the catwalk. Mazi Chukz is an Afrobeats artiste who resides in the UK, he introduced himself to the industry with his introductory song 'Ebeano' which was premiered by Link Up TV. Since then he has released singles like; One in a million, Hustle, Dem Hail and Down which have attributed greatly to his current success. He has also collaborated with an array of international and local talents such as: L.A.X and Maleek Berry, Moelogo, Sona, Mista Silva and more. He has a great interest in fashion and has previously collaborated with fashion brands; he mixes tailored sportswear with his Igbo, Nigerian heritage. He said "I'm excited to see some of the fresh talent showcasing their work on the catwalk, I have an interest in Nigerian fashion designers, there's a lot of talent coming out of Nig...

The African Fashion and Art Festival Nigeria's season  The First African Fashion and Art Festival will be held in Lagos, Nigeria. “The greatest African cultural show on earth” in the 21st century, AFAF ‘16 will be “an extraordinary demonstration of the richness, diversity, and vitality of black art- both contemporary and traditional- throughout the world.” Following a series of development projects, the organizers of the AFAF and its sponsors both locally and internationally assigned ( GLAMOUR WEST AFRICA ) to take charge of the preparation of the executive planning of the programme scheduled to come off in Lagos cosmopolitan city especially for the provision of accommodation for the visitors during the events. Nigeria is the mother land of this great venture as the largest black Nation. The most talented art and fashion designers in Nigeria and other African countries would participate in the festival around the world. (GLAMOUR WEST AFRICA ) will be in charge both o...

Fashizblack announce the relaunch of its premium print magazine with a collector September issue! With nearly 8 years of experience, the young Afropolitan media team has evolved in its concept and its business model .   Fashizblack is a magazine international based in Paris. It is dedicated to fashion , beauty and contemporary African culture and it is now available mainly by subscription and selective POS. To be launched on August 16th 2016, the promotion campaign will extend until the end of August and will be full of surprises and great partnerships which includes Influencers, brands.The magazine aims to conquer a large & highly in demand audience. With Global Africa as the main theme, we go back to our core values and put the spotlight on the ambassadors of a global & cutting edge Africa, girls. Fashizisblack feature as their cover girls, presenter and actress, South African superstar Pearl Thusi , who launched her international career with a bang, star...