THE RISE OF AFRO-CENTRIC FASHION
A lot of the trends may be rooted in traditional themes originating in African markets but have exploded into luxury and international high street collaborations.
African fashion’s uniqueness, sustainability, and rarity are often what define this new luxury. Bags handmade by rural African women, fabrics woven and dyed in small quantities, beading inspired by traditional love letters, it’s all new to the world but so inherent to our continent.
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3 Lagos women in 1960s
In light of global changes and the development of Afro-centric thoughts and philosophy, African fashion designers are taking a page from history to develop Afro-centric fashion that best reflect African culture and values.
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