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VLISCO May 2011 Lookbook: Dazzling Graphics Collection

Since 1846 Vlisco has been designing and producing colourful fashion fabrics that form an essential part of the lively West and Central African culture. Vlisco has an innate sense of the expressive and creative strength of African consumers and, for generations, has succeeded in surprising and inspiring her passionate clientele with unique designs. As the sole authentic designer and manufacturer of such fabrics as ‘Wax Hollandais’, Vlisco is unparalleled when it comes to quality, professional skill and innovation.
Every quarter a new Vlisco fashion and accessories collection is launched in the four Vlisco Boutiques in Africa. The clothing lines serve largely as a source of inspiration for consumers, who often have their clothing made by a personal tailor. With a complete line of bags, shoes and jewellery, women can clothe themselves in Vlisco from head to toe.

Here are pictures from Vlisco's latest collection lookbook titled; Dazzling Graphics

Eat, Drink & Be Jewelled ....Elan is Back With a Bang!

When `elan magazine launched it raised expectations and excitement of fashion lovers - from their fantastic fashion editorials to insightful fashion features/articles - back then I couldn't just wait for another Sunday.

Then the usual happened, print became bad, boring content increased and apparently sales tremendously declined. So I stopped buying and patiently waited for another magazine that'll come do the trick. During the low-dealings period `elan changed editors like a fashionista changes outfits but NO, it didn't get better rather worse.

But Bang! Elan returns.

During the Arise Fashion Week (fun week..remember?) I heard the gist that ex-model/entrepreneur now fashion designer Kiki Kamanu will be taking up the post of Editor at `elan. First, I felt surprised, I was like, "why would she?". Well, I moved on and waited for the surprise. And yes, Kiki did it, she brought `elan back. She's brought the best of `elan magazine. If you haven't seen a recent edition then you should get the next edition come - 22nd April 2011 (next week) for just N200.

Here are few photos from the last edition:

Title: Eat, Drink & Be Jewelled
Model: Samantha @ Hues & Shades
Make Up: Feyi for Indian Place
Hair: Caroline Alexandra
Style by: Caroline Alexandra
Photography: Chinedum Odogwu for Wellbrook Studio
Directed by: Kiki Kamanu

Apologies for the quality of the photos, lost my camera and had to take with a low quality one.

Meet Textile/Jewellery Designer Anita Quansah

I met a unique jewellery maker during the Arise Fashion Week last week, she's indeed a creative person. I took the priviledge to chat with her and you know, get acquainted. She sounded sweet and nice, since i found out her website is not up yet I thought it right to take pictures of samples of her neck pieces displayed in the VIP section of the event.

Anita Quansah is a London based textile designer that reworks recycled cloths into beautifully intricate fabrics which are used in haute couture collections, as well as her own clothing designs. She also utilizes this same sense of sustainable creativity when designing necklaces, incorporating found beads, chains and fabrics in innovative ways.Quite spectacular designs, I am very impressed.

Some pictures here I sourced from the internet, please check her designs and let me know what you think.

Check Anita Quansah's website at www.anitaquansahlondon.com

The Designer, Anita Quansah