Travel Notes THESE LANDMARKS BY AFRICAN ARCHITECTS ARE RESHAPING MODERNISM ON THE CONTINENT From David Adjaye’s Alara Concept Store in Lagos to the historic Houghton Jumma Mosque in Johannesburg, these are the buildings that are changing Africa’s architectural landscape. By …
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NAIL YOUR FRONT ROW STYLE THIS FASHION WEEK – Industrie Africa
The Edit NAIL YOUR FRONT ROW STYLE THIS FASHION WEEK With African Fashion Month on the horizon, here’s our guide to discovering your sartorial archetype before heading to the shows. There’s a lot to love about fashion week—getting inspiration from …
WHAT TO EXPECT – Industrie Africa
the report AFRICAN FASHION MONTH: WHAT TO EXPECT All the dates, designers, workshops, activations, and highlights to know about. By Lindsay Samson Oct 12, 2022 This October, African Fashion Month is back with a jam-packed schedule. From traditional runway …
Sackitey Tesa Mate-Kodjo’s Photography Turns Fast-Fashion Trash into V – Industrie Africa
in the spotlight Sackitey Tesa Mate-Kodjo’s Photography Turns Fast-Fashion Trash into Visual Treasures How a social and environmental issue set one visual artist’s story apart By Sandiso Ngubane Oct 18, 2022 In a series titled Yesterday’s Shopping, photographer Sackitey Tesa …
Turn Heads with the Most Wonderfully Weird Jewelry Pieces – Industrie Africa
The Edit Turn Heads with the Most Wonderfully Weird Jewelry Pieces Whatever the occasion, these eccentric, unusual trinkets will lend any ensemble that wow factor. Sure a minimalist approach can go a long way when it comes to jewelry, but …
HOW ONE DESIGNER’S IMPOSTER SYNDROME GAVE WAY TO THE BIRTH OF COOL – Industrie Africa
in the spotlight HOW ONE DESIGNER’S IMPOSTER SYNDROME GAVE WAY TO THE BIRTH OF COOL Kente Gentlemen’s Aristide Loua on his journey to finding his personal style, and founding one of Africa’s most vibrant new labels. By Sandiso Ngubane Oct …
Lagos Fashion Week Diaries: Cynthia Abila – Industrie Africa
in the spotlight Lagos Fashion Week Diaries: Cynthia Abila The designer gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring a runway show and new collection to life. By Lindsay Samson Oct 28, 2022 Thanks to the glamorous …
THE TOP 2023 TRENDS FROM AFRICAN FASHION MONTH YOU CAN SHOP TODAY – Industrie Africa
The Edit THE TOP 2023 TRENDS FROM AFRICAN FASHION MONTH YOU CAN SHOP TODAY Designers across the continent gravitate towards the whimsical, the opulent, and lots of color. As African Fashion Month drew to a close, with Lagos taking place …
BE THE SEASON’S BEST-DRESSED IN THESE HOLIDAY PIECE – Industrie Africa
The Edit LIFE OF THE PARTY: BE THE SEASON’S BEST-DRESSED IN THESE HOLIDAY PIECES Get ready to celebrate with our edit of the best styles to wear to every end-of-year soirée. A time for feasting with family, getting together with …
The Case for Slow Luxury in a Fast-Fashion World – Industrie Africa
The Edit THE CASE FOR SLOW LUXURY IN A FAST-FASHION WORLD Why made-to-order fashion is worth your time. The meaning of luxury is changing fast in a world where consumers are becoming more conscious of their decisions, making sustainability an …