Diaspora (United Kingdom). David Agbodji recently appeared in a spread for Love Magazine, styled by Boo George. Though this isn’t our fave fashion spread that Calvin Klein’s leading man has done, we find it interesting nonetheless. What do you think? More photos after the jump…
David Agbodji for Love Magazine
“SINKING SANDS” Starring Jimmy Jean-Louis
Diaspora. A new psychological drama starring Hollywood star Jimmy Jean-Louis (Heroes) is being released this Fall titled “Sinking Sands.” By the looks of the trailer, we have a feeling it will be a good one!
The film tells the story of a couple, Jimah and Pabi in a loving marriage which turns into one of violence and abuse when Jimah becomes disfigured in a domestic accident.
“Sinking Sands,” wrote and directed by Africa Movie Academy Award-nominated Leila Djansi, stars Haiti-born Hollywood actor, Jimmy Jean-Louis, Ghanaian-born British newcomer Ama K. Abebrese, and popular Nollywood-actor Yemi Blq.
Financed through The David Djansi Memorial Film Fund and its Australian associates, the feature is produced by Turning Point Pictures and distributed by Neoclassic Films Studios. [Turning Point Pictures]
AFWNY 2010 Wrap-Up Pt. II
Arewa Designs
Diaspora (New York City). Today, we continue to highlight the afro-chic collections we saw on Day 2 of African Fashion Week NY last month!
Arewa Designs, Nigeria
Arewa means “beauty” in the Yoruba language of Nigeria and Tosin Sowunmi’s designs are the epitome of it. She combines lady-like glamour with tribal prints and high fashion details.
African Fashion Week NY 2010 Wrap-Up!
Chianu International
Diaspora (New York, NY). The Fall fashion season is just around the corner and we here at Africa Style Daily are sure that the Autumn breeze will blow in oodles of fabulousness for us to adore in African Fashion. Here, we show you the rest of afrique c’est chic-ness that came down the catwalk at AFWNY this summer! Enjoy! Much thanks to Adiat and Adda at Adiree Fashion Agency for the photos and congrats again on the wonderful event. See you next year. Let’s support African fashion! But first check out our updated posts from the event here and here!
Chianu International, Nigeria
The saturated, bold hues of this line are so juicy they make our mouths water! Designed by Chidima Anusiem and Chioma Akhabue, they take their inspiration from their Nigerian heritage to the world with beautiful prints, dazzling color, and chic yet wearable silhouettes.
Check out more of their designs on Facebook.
Dawn Okoro Explores “Selfsploitation.”
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One of our favorite artists at Africa Style Daily is Nigerian-American Dawn Okoro. She caught our attention when her “Power Project” was featured in Arise magazine and since then,we have been following her work. Her latest project is called “Selfsploitation” which she describes as:
“the psychology of sending sexually suggestive photos of one’s self by cellphone or posting them on social websites.”
More images after the jump…
Celebrities Show African Designers Love
Beyonce in Boxing Kitten
Diaspora. We were smitten with Afrique C’est Chic label Boxing Kitten when we saw Beyonce and Alicia Keys rocking outfits from the line in their “Put It In A Love Song” video, and since then more and more celebrities have been spotted rocking label from African designers. First lady Michelle Obama was spotted in Duro Olowu, and has just commissioned Bunmi Koko to design a coat for her; and R&B songbird Brandy stepped out in Boudoir Huites!
Check out some more celebs rocking African lines and let us know which ones you like best!
House of Versatile Styles launches accessories line
Diaspora. We love the new ad campaign featuring the new line of accessories by design label “House of Versatile Styles.” Designed by Bukola Are, and inspired by her travels around the world, these afro-chic neckpieces possess a definite African flair! In conjunction with the line, a new website has been launched which features the lookbook,the new HVS 2011 line and stockists; definitely a user-friendly way to purchase whatever piece catches your eye from this global chic collection.
We can’t wait to get our hands on these fabulous and afro-chic necklaces which will add a pop of color to our fall outfits.
SUNO’s Fall/Winter 2010 Collection
Diaspora (New York, Kenya). Inspired by Max Osterweis‘ travels to Kenya and his willingness to do something to encourage economic development in the politically risky country, SUNO NEW YORK was born. Using the traditional fabrics, embroidery and beading techniques of the country, Osterweis has his textiles developed in New York and ships them off to Kenya where the garments are created by talented artisans by hand. Each selection is created in small batches and is guaranteed to be one-of-a-kind while the Kenyan tailors and seamstresses are paid fair wages and are subjected to fair labor practices. More photos of the collection after the jump…
ASD NEWSWIRE: Djimon does Shakespeare + Other Africans in the Movies
Diaspora. Africa Style Daily keeps you up on the news and goings-on in African fashion, entertainment and style across the diaspora.
MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENT
Drake wants to work with P-Square?
Nneka and K’Naan use music to bring Africa’s social issues to global attention.
WALE drops new mixtape
Afrique C’est Chic: Hemma Asante Jacket
Hemma Asante Blazer, $475
Diaspora (Ghana). When Cindy Gaston and Edna Bissoon studied abroad in Ghana in 2007 teaching at a local middle school, they came back inspired by the beautiful Kente fabric of the country. Each were on track to pursue law and medicine respectively, but when they returned to New York City, they were fashion designers, launching Hemma. They continue to be dedicated to their work in Ghana donating 5% of their profits back to the school where they served as teachers. Get your fly Kente blazer here. This piece is definitely on our J’DIE list! More picks from Hemma after the jump!
