Africa | the CITIZENS of FASHION

Wild Love in Africa : Steve McCurry for Etnia Barcelona sunglasses

May 21, 2014 by The CoF

For its latest collection the Spanish eyewear brand, Etnia Barcelona invited photojournalist Steve McCurry to shot the ad campaign.McCurry is best known for his photograph “Afghan Girl” which originally appeared in National Geographic magazine. With the photoreporter the brand has shot ‘Wild Love in Africa’, a capsule collection entirely dedicated to Africa. The 2% of sales will go to the NGO Africa Rising Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports the development of the African continent. Three models: Africa 01, round lens with a “cat eye” touch ; 02 Africa, inspired by the African mask […]

Categories: Accessories, Fashion • Tags: Africa, Etnia Barcelona, Steve McCurry, sunglasses

Nelson Mandela By Naomi Campbell

December 6, 2013 by The CoF

In the memory of Nelson Mandela who died of a lung infection on 5 December 2013 at his home in Houghton, Johannesburg. He was 95 years of age and surrounded by his family. Written by Naomi Campbell. Excerpt from L’Uomo Vogue, November 2008 The prison and the enforced solitude. The fisted salute to the cheering crowds when set free in 1990. Nowadays Nelson Mandela continues to be a tireless champion of peace for South Africa and the entire world On 22nd of June 1990, a […]

Categories: People • Tags: Africa, L'Uomo Vogue, Naomi Campbell, Nelson Mandela, November 2008

Originally from Africa ,the new ASOS Africa Fall 2013 Collection

September 14, 2013 by The CoF

The Maasai : are among the best known of African ethnic groups, due to their residence near the many game parks of East Africa, and their distinctive customs and dress..They were the ones to inspire the designers at Asos to create the new Asos Africa collection, which used the ethnic fabric colors and three variations of tartan ornaments. The Asos Africa includes sundresses, sweatshirts, pants, oversized shirts and dresses with long sleeves and ties. The collection is built on contrasting […]

Categories: Contact, Fashion • Tags: Africa, Asos, Asos Africa, clothing, collection, fall 2013, October 2013, Online shopping, Women

Made In Nigeria : Nami

February 5, 2013 by The CoF

NAMi is a women’s wear Label founded in 2011, by its creative director Justina Job. The founder is a Nigerian Born, Austrian national who is also an Architecture Graduate from the University of Manchester. Nami footwear is a collection of limited edition flats made from authentic Nigerian Ankara and lined with premium leather.All NAMi products are handcrafted in Nigeria. You can shop them at “agnes and lola” an independent and african fashion boutique.

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Africa, flats, Footwear, nami, Nigeria, shoes