CIAAFRIQUE ™ | AFRICAN FASHION-BEAUTY-STYLE: March 2010

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Out of Africa 4

If you are lacking inspiration on what to wear for next party or outing here are some styles inspired by Africa to cheer you up.Be inspired !!!!!!!!!!

africa by nay-k *I'M BACK* featuring Diane von Furstenberg dresses

Items in this set:
Diane Von Furstenberg - Societies Print Jersey Dress | Fashmatch
Tacchi
Metallic Pleat Detail Hard Clutch at ASOS
The Branch Wooden Ring
Promod - Wide wooden bracelet

africa by KAMILKA featuring Dior bags

Items in this set:
Topshop Animal Print Tunic
The Bag Snob: A Selective Editorial on Designer Handbags, Authentic...
Bags / Dior / Dior Bag 54 2007
Charlotte Russe - Jewelry: Jewelry See All: Bangle Set
Fringed Star Chain

Africa Chic by Hnnah featuring Oscar de la Renta dresses

Items in this set:
Oscar de la Renta African-print dress, $490
Bandolino Mixa (Dark Natural Leather) - Women's
Prada Canvas and Leather Large Satchel at Bag Borrow or Steal™
Fossil
Callanan Crocheted Raffia Swinger

Africa by paigeisvoguee featuring Current/Elliott shorts

Items in this set:
Women's organic giraffe tank | Baby clothes made from 100% organic...
NEWS - CURRENT/ELLIOTT - CURRENT&ELLIOTT D-JEANSSHORT bei jades24
Women's shoes/bags: Cocobelle Fringe - Black, $20
Main Floor Bags at Barneys New York, $1,595
Leesa Metallic Bangle, $4.80

Thursday, March 25, 2010

I had the privilege and honor to chat a bit with the Amazing Eva Gabarra Via Facebook a couple days ago. She agreed to take same time off her busy schedule to respond to some questions for me.Eva is currently getting ready for the Labo Ethik in Paris. The interview was done in French however I Translated part of it in English so Everyone can get to know this wonderful designer.

Ciaa: Merci d'avoir pris le temps de répondre a quelques questions, veillez vous présentez à nos lecteurs.

Thank you for taking time to answer some questions, Please introduce yourself to our readers..

MORE PICS AFTER THE JUMP

inspired by Africa: Chanel Iman

Remember this top or should I Say Dress that was featured in Marie Claire African inspired fashion. Here is Chanel Iman rocking the same dress in Allure Magazine. Do we love it ?

Monday, March 22, 2010

Jean Paul Gaultier fall 2010 collection

You are probably wondering what is Jean Paul Gaultier Doing on Ciaafrique. Well have you noticed the Ankara turbans on these girls heads. As i said many times before Ankara is going to dominate once again the runways this year . Although I still have mixed feeling about the fact that it took the western designers to really put our Ankara in the spotlight. I hope that this will play to the advantage of all the great African Designers out there.

Thanks to fashionjunkii for the heads up

Source :style.com

Saturday, March 20, 2010

Hot Trend: African Inspired Fashion

Swimsuit $230, Bantu; net-a-porter.com.

catherinemalandrino.com.

Shoes $680, Dries Van Noten at Blake;

louisvuitton.com. catherinemalandrino.com.

I have a Feeling that African inspired fashion will once again Dominate the runways this summer and Fall.These pictures were posted on Marie Claire Magazine as African inspired fashion. these items might not be Affordable for the average gal but its good to fantasize about them .

Source: Marie claire MAgazine

Do you like what you see? then don't forget to check out my African designers Directory to Discover more talents.

Thursday, March 18, 2010

Malindi Casino Fashion show:Kiko Romeo, Vee fashion house, Magik Grace

Written by Wambui

Vee Fashion House

Vee Fashion House - VFH is a Malindi-based company led by Vera (Vee), who maintains a local touch with an international outlook in the fashion industry. Vee offers a wide range for men and women, using original African materials: kangas, batik, maasai fabrics, animal prints and leather.

http://www.veefashionhouse.com

Kiko Romeo

Kiko Romeo - Founded by An McCreath, Kiko Romeo maximizes the body potential, with the creation of the flattering yet ultimately wearable concept of "Radical Nairobi Chic" for men, women and children. New products use recycled and organic material
http://www.kikoromeo.com/

Magik Grace

Magik Grace - Adele Dejak, has carved a niche as a designer who creates contemporary, yet cutting edge jewellery, clothing, bags and sandals, using natural and local products like bone, horn, materials and leather not just from Kenya, but also from the Horn of Africa region and West Africa. Mmagik Grace showed a line of jewelery and quality leather bags.

Do you like what you see? then don't forget to check out my African designers Directory to Discover more talents.

Monday, March 15, 2010

My Favorite Naija actress : Omotola Ekeinde

OMOTOLA JOLADE EKEINDE

Isn't she fabulous ? Yes I love love this mother of 4 doing it for herself . In case you don 't know I am a big fan of Nigerian movies and Omotola (picture) is one of my idol.She is so beautiful ......... She is on ciaafrique today because she is rocking this amazing couture on the cover of Elan Magazine . Do you happen to know who she is wearing ? Please let me know cuz i would love to post about the designer.

Picture Via Linda Ikeji

Sunday, March 14, 2010

African Swimwear designers

Yes guys you saw the title right African Swimwear Designers. Although spring is around the corner here on Ciaafrique I am already thinking about the sun in summer after e all I was born and raised in one the hottest countries in the world . Anyhow today I took some time to research and found some of hottest African swimsuit designers. I am sure there are plenty more out there but so far these are my favorite. If you know more please hit me up so I can post it .

lalesso is most definitely one the hottest line out there .

Aya Morrison does not need not any introduction here on ciaafrique . I have posted about this young talent from Ghana already in the past and the line is by far my favorite one.

Bantu wax is one of the most talked about swim wear online. They have captivated the world with their vibrant designs

We all know that black coffee was at the 2010 Arise fashion week. I was surprised to learn that they make Swimwear .

This is the swim wear line of Stoned cherrie from South Africa.

There you have it Afronistas , All of the Above designers make other stuff like , shoes, handbags and clothes. I hope you are getting beach ready because summer is only 3 months away. Stay Fabulous !!!!!!!!

Do you like what you see? then don't forget to check out my African designers Directory to Discover more talents.

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Designer spotlight : Eldimaa Fashion

Eldimaa fashion is line that I recently discovered Via Faebook.As soon as I started looking at their photos I was captivated by their bold ,vibrant and spring like colors. Maybe I have spring in my mind because I am getting tired of the cold.According to their page Eldimaa Fashion offers the latest African fashion trends in clothes, shoes and accessories with influences straight from the global catwalk using Africa fabrics. I am still in the process of learning about the designer of Eldimaa fashion . Although all of the below pieces may not available right now Eldimaa fashion is Available in the Uk , USA, And Nigeria. If you like contact then you can send all your requests at eldimaafashion@gmail.com

Vibrant color ( favorite outfit)

Feeling spring

This is such a nice outfit for the club

Do you like what you see? then don't forget to check out my African designers Directory to Discover more talents.

Monday, March 8, 2010

Ciaafrique Giveaway winner

Hello Everyone,

I would like to thank everyone for participating on my very first Giveaway . I tried to use Random.org but come to find out that I actually had to pay for that so I decided to do it the old fashion way. I wrote the name of everyone on different pieces of papers and had my son pick one. Without making you wait Any further

THE WINNER OF CIAAFRIQUE ANKARA GIVEAWAY IS :

Bernadette Njoku

Bernadette I don't have your email ,So if you see this please send me an email (ciaafrique at Gmail dot com) with your mailing address for your prize. Cheers

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Miss pouty pout Afrivintage designer new look book

Misspoutypout

I am loving these photos of one of my favorite Cameroonian Designer Misspoutypout.

What do you think ?

Photos source here
Do you like what you see? then don't forget to check out my African designers Directory to Discover more
talents.

Monday, March 1, 2010

Christiane king's Fall /winter 2010 collection

I have introduced you to Ivory coast born Christiane King a couple weeks ago here . I am glad to tell you that her new fall /winter collection is out and its fabulous . These are my favorite pieces but you can see the rest here

Do you like what you see? then don't forget to check out my African designers Directory to Discover more talents.

Ciaafrique first Ankara fabric giveaway

After a year and some months of existence is time for me to host my very first giveaway. Please see picture of this brand new Ankara (wax ) Fabrics. If you love African fabric and fashion like i do then this might be your chance to grab this for free.This is a one and half hard of fabric that you can turn into a beautiful dress or shirt. Below are the simple
rules to enter:
1) leave a Comment on the comment box under this post
2) you must be a Ciaafrique follower via Google Friend Connect ( just click on the follow button on right )
3) please tell me why you want this fabric (one sentence is enough)
4) for an extra entry, please tweet about this contest via Twitter

You have from now until March 7th 2010 at 11pm eastern time to enter. This contest is for US/Canada/UK residents only. One winner will be drawn via random.org.

Note: the winner will have 2 days to respond to my email otherwise there will be another draw.

GOOD LUCK!!!

AFRICAN FASHION DESIGNER IN LONDON: Bestow Elan

According to their website Bestow Elan an innovative womens wear label – contemporary in style, inspired by cultural awareness.Created for the discerning female, the designer behind this label Erzumah Ackerson draws her inspiration from both classic and vintage stimuli, as well as influences from her heritage - which in turn allows her t o create garments that are fitting for every occasion, and appeal to individuals from all walks of life.

BESTOW ELAN’s desire for design can be recognised in the way pattern-cutting is used to create silhouettes that not only complement the female form; they allow the wearer the confidence to feel feminine and chic.

The former London College of fashion student’s experiences within the industry include exhibiting her first collection in central London at Profile 4, assisting Jonathon Saunders, the print designer with his London Fashion Week debut, plus working on Russian label KISA LONDON’s Fashion Week collection.

The designer’s experiences continue to grow, as awareness of the label increases… BESTOW ELAN was selected and participated in the most recent KULTURE2COUTURE catwalk show at the V&A, showcased at the UNTOLD anniversary show and has been featured in a selection of publications.

BESTOW ELAN welcomes spring/summer 2010 with a collection the designer exclaims is all about her own self realisation and future endeavours, and is aptly named LIBERTY.

What do you think of the puffy shoulder?

Do you like what you see? then don't forget to check out my African designers Directory to Discover more talents.

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