Life as a Runway: African Style Glows in Brooklyn
A salvaged shipping container may seem an unpromising showcase for cutting-edge style. But not to Hekima Hapa, who set up shop in one of the rectangular spaces scattered throughout the Dekalb Market in Brooklyn on Saturday.She deftly exploited her cramped quarters as an intimate backdrop for her African-themed, Brooklyn-sewn designs. Ms. Hapa and her retail partner, Alicia Piller, a jewelry designer, were participating in the Afrika21 Mixtape Project, part of...
Read MoreBehind the Label | Bungalow 8
A must- have accessory for the grueling winter months- these vibrant Bungalow 8 scarves will brighten any winter day. Take a peak behind the scenes of this tedious yet creative craft. A must- have accessory for the grueling winter months- these vibrant Bungalow 8 scarves will brighten any winter day. Take a peak behind the scenes of this tedious yet creative craft. To shop the Bungalow 8...
Read MoreBehind the Label | Lauren Pierce
Co-founder and CEO of FEED Projects, Lauren Bush Lauren, combines her love for fashion design and philanthropy in her fashion line ?Lauren Pierce?. Crafted from high-end eco-friendly fabrics and hand dyed by women in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa, the brightly colored dresses are a celebration of women?s creativity and livelihood. A conscious expression of Lauren?s desire to create both beautiful and meaningful products. Co-founder and CEO of FEED...
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City Secrets | Lamu
A little island surrounded by the warm Indian Ocean, where narrow, winding alleys lead past the intricate carved doorways of majestic white stone houses and numerous mosques, spices and the smell of grilled food scent the air around the markets. After nightfall the streets are lit by lanterns, while the jinns fall asleep in their jinn jars in their family?s home. Lamu island, part of the Lamu Archipelago, situated on...
Read MoreOut of Africa
With wooden beads, jungle prints, copper bangles and raffia, Yves Saint Laurent moved Africa in the realm of high fashion for his 1967 Spring/Summer Collection, described by Harper?s Bazaar as ?a fantasy of primitive genius?. Born in Oran, Algiers, Yves Saint Laurent described his birth place as ?a town glittering in a patchwork of all colors under the sedate North African sun? and African influences were rooted in the way...
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Globe-Trotter | Holly Dunlap
In a unique and innovative partnership, Holly Dunlap 4 Macoha is the collaboration of the The Malawi Council for the Handicapped (Macoha) and designer Holly Dunlap. In a unique and innovative partnership, Holly Dunlap 4 Macoha is the collaboration of the The Malawi Council for the Handicapped (Macoha) and designer Holly Dunlap. In a factory established by Macoha to help the disabled become skilled workers, these artisans become experts at...
Read MoreBehind the Label | Lalesso
Started three years ago by Olivia Kennaway and Alice Heusser after an inspiring holiday to Lamu Island off the north coast of Kenya, Lalesso use soft flowing fabrics to create pieces that can withstand the heat. When the duo isn't traveling the world for inspiration, they can be found splitting their time between their studios in Cape Town and Kenya. Lalesso work closely with the Kenyan community by supporting the...
Read MoreGlobetrotter | Anna Haber
Jewels of the Kalahari is a fair trade and sustainable accessory collection developed by London-based Gem industry specialist, Anna Haber. Anna works with the Bushmen of the Kalahari. She is driven to create meaningful and sustainable businesses for the Kalahari community. The latest collection was created in collaboration with local craftsmen and British bespoke jewelry designer, Sabine Roemer. It fuses traditional materials and rich techniques with new materials like leather,...
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