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Before marble meant minimalism and stone became a staple of modern luxury, these materials shaped the rhythms of daily life ...
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Audrey G. Bennett, University of Michigan (THE CONVERSATION) Design remains a largely ...
African textile designers are taking the world of fashion by storm, thanks to their bold patterns and rich cultural heritage ...
Kwaku Bediako Oduro is a Ghanaian fashion designer and the creative director of the fashion brand Chocolate Clothing, also known as Chocolate Clothes Global. He is known for his Afrocentric designs ...
How tastemakers in three world capitals are driving appreciation for Black creators and collectibles. By Charlene Prempeh This article is part of our Design special section on how the recent push for ...
From the moment you step into Titi Ogufere’s orbit, one thing becomes clear — she’s not just a designer but a visionary. The Lagos-based trailblazer is the founder of Design Week Lagos and the first ...
Africa is bursting with vibrant and beautiful aesthetics that make it a perfect source of inspiration for bold and eye-catching sneaker designs. In fact, Jordan Brand tapped into Africa’s rich colours ...
Jomo Tariku, a designer and data scientist, shines a spotlight on trailblazing industrial artisans and their provocative, inspiring work. By Julie Lasky This article is part of our Design special ...
Our H! Fashion cover star shares with us the African designers that should be on everyone's radar - read more ...
To receive the Vogue Business newsletter, sign up here. Designers from across Africa gathered in Nigeria for the Spring/Summer 2024 edition of Lagos Fashion Week, the continent’s leading industry ...