Pith Africa shared new and exciting updates with us this week, along with News from the Olu of Warri Kingdom, we aren't sure which we are most excited about.
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South Africa is set to spotlight its vibrant design scene this October with the launch of Design Week South Africa, a dynamic new event split between Cape Town and Johannesburg. Founded by fashion designer Margot Molyneux, the festival will showcase local talent across various disciplines, offering a platform for creativity and innovation in architecture, interiors, product design, and more. This much-anticipated event aims to inspire the next generation of designers while continuing the legacy of Cape Town's renowned Design Indaba
Pop-Up
Pith Africa has announced a 3-day pop-up at the cloud factory lagos from the 23rd - 25th of August. Their new products will be featured, drinks by quacktails, and sound will be provided by the pith sound system.
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The Olu of Warri Kingdom and his wife, Olori Atuwatse III, have launched the "Elevate Africa" initiative to spotlight and nurture talents in fashion and culture. The platform, called "Threads of Africa," aims to encourage individuals or groups to showcase their fashion talents, offering a $5,000 prize. The Royal couple emphasized that African fashion has gained global recognition.
Runway
World Vision UK is teaming up with Africa Fashion Week London (AFWL) 2024 as an official charity partner. The event, taking place on October 11-12 at the Kensington Conference and Events Centre, coincides with Black History Month. Now in its 14th year, AFWL will once again bring together creative talents from the African diaspora.
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Ebun Oladoye’s latest suit collection seamlessly blends traditional African prints like Adire and Ankara with innovative designs, offering a modern twist that honours cultural heritage while appealing to a global audience. The collection exemplifies the vibrant diversity of African fashion, elevating traditional textiles into contemporary, sustainable masterpieces.
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Orange Culture debuted a new collection, SS25 exploring the challenges and triumphs of migration, blending vibrant, universal silhouettes with powerful storytelling at V&A South Kensington for Fashion in Motion on August 16th. There were four shows through the day at 13:00, 15:00 and 20:00.
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