All articles tagged "africa"

May 21, 2012

Thanks to all of you for participating in the Edun Sling Bag Giveaway. Read all of your comments – they were so sweet and touching. I have another currently running – the winner gets $150 H&M gift card, $50 iTunes gift card and 4 bottles...

May 13, 2012

Hello lovies! In honor of Mother’s Day, I have collaborated with EDUN to give away 15 Edun sling bags from Uganda that you can’t get anywhere else. Yes, I get to pick 15 winners. After I have picked the winners, there will be another...

May 11, 2012

Hello lovies, it’s casual Friday over here!!! I have a cool giveaway I will be posting this weekend. I have collaborated with Edun to give out 15 sling bags (the exact style I’m wearing in the pics below) one of the 15 winners will also...

Apr 13, 2012

Sick as a dog, glad it’s the weekend so I can get some rest (I hope). It has been a tad windy in LA, and all I want to do is crawl back in bed, eat junk food and watch re-runs of “Three’s Company”. Wearing: Trench jacket...

Nov 28, 2011

I’m obsessed with Jewel by Lisa‘s Spring Summer 2012 collection and her genius pairing of lush and colorful prints on prints. As the Africa Fashion International Designer of the year winner, Lisa Folawiyo takes us on a voyage back to...

Nov 4, 2011

I’m obsessed with this editorial spread and wardrobe in the December 2011 issue of Vogue Australia, where the magazine goes to Africa with photographer Max Doyle for stories inspired by African Fashion and landscapes. Gorgeous pieces from...

Oct 17, 2011

Here’s another soccer mom outfit from this weekend. This one is super comfortable. As some of you know, I have been collaborating with the Edun. I am passionate about the brand and what they stand for. Part of it is the whole idea behind the...

Sep 27, 2011

It was great fun to watch the Made in Africa Arise Show at NYFW live from my computer. Job well done to Arise Magazine for making this possible. Hope you have enjoyed the designers featured. We are finishing off with Jewel by Lisa. The first...

Sep 27, 2011

Another favorite from Made in Africa Arise Show during NYFW,  LDA also known as Lanre Da Silva Ajayi is known for her structured vintage pieces. She mostly draws inspiration from 40s and 50s couture. I love her use of lace here. The color palettes,...

Sep 27, 2011

Today, we are shining the spotlight on three of our favorite designers that showed at NYFW Made in Africa by Arise Magazine. It is important to note that all the designers were outstanding and creative. However, we are featuring the three that stood...

Jul 20, 2011

From the creators of the trench coat, Burberry Prorsum Resort 2012 collection has elements of Africa, the 70’s and urban chic all rolled into one. With the trench coat being such a huge hit last season, I admire how Christopher Bailey...

Jul 6, 2011

I feel proud, beautiful and hopeful in this outfit. Why? Because of the amazing story behind the brand Edun. I was excited beyond belief when I was contacted by Edun for a collaboration. As most of you know, I am African. From Nigeria (West Africa)....

May 13, 2011

These sneakers are dope. I’m a sucka for anything made out of ankara fabrics. I’m Nigerian – I can’t help it. The below are from a Sierra Leone collection of sneakers, which consists of 22 colorways and brought to you by...

Oct 26, 2010

The t-shirt whizkids over at Threadless teamed up with Project (RED) in anticipation of the 2010 World AIDS Day on December 1st. The design challenge Threadless threw out to its community of creatives was to design a t-shirt based on the theme of...

Sep 17, 2010

Gwen Stefani totally represented Africa yesterday with the L.A.M.B Spring 2011 Collection. I’m so proud. What a way to end the Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week. Gwen never disappoints. She stays true to her style/vision. My favorites were...

Apr 9, 2010

WeWe Clothing wants you to know that your children are not left in the dark in the world of fashion & trends. Well, at least that’s kinda what we get from their new collection. From Kimono dresses, harem pants, puff sleeves and a basic...

Mar 30, 2010

For Spring 2010 Asos launches a capsule collection made with Artisans from Africa in fair trade facilities. the collection features simple shapes using traditional prints. You can see more here, including accessories and swimsuits....

Jun 29, 2009

This is a project centered around Africa. This event was put together by Patrizia Moroso and in her words, here is what it’s all about. We need not elaborate further! Enjoy her words and the art! “multifaceted, modern Africa deserves to...

Jun 26, 2009

We are seizing all posts today in honor of Michael Jackson. We are deeply saddened by his loss, and we know you are too. Michael has truly been an inspiration to the world. Whatever part of the world you are in, MJ was heard of and celebrated. From...

Jun 16, 2009

So if you were wondering what Robert Johnson, the founder of BET, is doing since selling BET? Worry no more. You can be rest assured that he is set, and doing rather well. Check out his new resort in Monrovia, Liberia. The resort is called RLJ...

Jun 11, 2009

It doesn’t matter where you’re born…exceptional talent is exceptional talent. Thank God for all of us, Karo Akpokiere has decided to share his talents with us, and we are so proud. Karo, who is Nigerian, grew up in the Lagos...