In conversation with Grâce Wallace

Created in 2005, Grace Wallace is a Luxury and Haute Couture brand that successfully built her own success in Togo . Specialized in women, men and Children pieces, it offers a wide range of diverse creations all of which have elegance in common. The Grace Wallace brand is modern, contemporary, and above all with an African touch… When did the shift started? When did you … Continue reading In conversation with Grâce Wallace

A conversation with Fatimata Ba from Salyel

What is the signification of Salyel ? Salyel is my grandmother’s nickname, she was a proud, strong and, above all, very kind Fulani woman who, even though I knew her little, gave me a strong heritage and fundamental values.  How was the brand born ? The Salyel brand was born from my fascination with tribal masks.  Beyond their meticulously worked aesthetic , these masks are the link … Continue reading A conversation with Fatimata Ba from Salyel

Staying Active Goes Uber Chic with Gueras Fatim

As we all struggle to stay fit and fab, Gueras Fatim offers a white hot option that can’t be overlooked. Inspired by Serena Williams and ultra posh, these separates equip one for dominating the courts and streets. Comprising six pieces to be interchanged for a set, totally 90’s flashback and super chic. This collection is succinct and well planned with a number of tops and … Continue reading Staying Active Goes Uber Chic with Gueras Fatim

Couture Ready to wear from Côte d’Ivoire

Poised, Proper and Pristine…A reminder of heritage, haute couture and harmony. Through a celebration of refined blackness and beauty, well-personified in draped Ivorian tailoring: Pelebe creates a fashion mirror to our inner queen. Designs constructed bring us closer to our roots, helping us prepare and reign for any fashion occasion. The collection adds striking contemporary designs such as peplum and slimming vertical prints allowing for … Continue reading Couture Ready to wear from Côte d’Ivoire

Is it the Model or is it the Dress?

Often times when we see a garment on a hanger, we wonder what it would look like on the body. Hanifa’s runway depicts the best of both worlds. We get to see the silhouette of the dress, minus the perfectly manicured model. It truly brings out the characteristics of the garment.  Designer, Anifa Mvuemba manifests this virtual runway to wow the visual senses with moving parts and … Continue reading Is it the Model or is it the Dress?