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NBDA’s New Arctic Whites Are the Coolest Slides on the Block
Founded in 2015, NBDA is a Nigerian footwear brand popular for its sleek monochrome sneakers and slides that have been donned by celebrities such as Rema, Tiwa Savage, and more. In conversation with NBDA, we unpack the brand’s story and the inspiration behind the unique colouration, design, and architecture of their latest Artic Whites slides collection.
From Virgil to Pharrell: LV’s Not-So-New Creative Direction
Senior editor Victoria Audu and culture editor Laurelle Laryea break down Pharrell Williams’ debut collection as Louis Vuitton’s newest creative director.
REDMUR: On Making Mojirade, a Nigerian Gen Z Virtual Model and Influencer
Creator and fashion innovator, Thony Ibegbulem gives us as peekinto the conceptualisation and personality design of Nigerian Gen Z virtual model and influencer Mojirade, created by the team at REDMUR
Looks That Ate in the Hour of Karl Lagerfeld at the 2023 MET Gala
Paying homage to fashion legend, Karl Lagerfeld, the 2023 MET gala goes down in history as one of the most iconic METs yet, congregating the most fashionable and glamorous of Hollywood elites to celebrate one of the most important figures in fashion history.
Exclusive: Inside AJABENG’s First-Ever Womenswear Collection
Get the scoop on everything Maama Yaa, the latest collection from AJABENG, Ghana’s leading unisex fashion brand, from our chat with Travis Obeng-Casper, the brand’s founder and creative director
They’re Turning Us Into Polly Pocket People and, Honestly, I’m Here for It
Polly Pocket, Minnie Mouse, Astro Boy, they're all making a comeback but not the way you'd expect. Their outfits are making an appearance on the runway and it's a breath of fresh air from the neutral and beige basics
12 African Sustainable Fashion Brands to Shop
Although Gen Zs like to keep it cool and edgy, sustainable fashion is something that most are increasingly not compromising on. In this list, we spotlight 12 leading African fashion brands whose products and practices align with Gen Z's sustainability priorities.