A model shows off an attire during the Sanlam fashion week in Johannesburg April 4, 2009. Designers defied the economic crisis at this seasons' South African fashion week by showing off vibrant outfits with hints of tradition inspired by a golden era of African civilization. Stoned Cherie, South Africa's best-known black designer label, closed fashion week in Johannesburg with bold colors and fabrics reminiscent of royalty, influenced by the ancient Mapungubwe civilization from Southern Africa.
A model looks through decorative glass frames during a presentation of underwear by designer Robyn Lidsky, during the South African Fashion Week in Johannesburg Thursday, April 2, 2009.
A model presents a creation by designer Kofi Ansah during the FAFA (Festival for African Fashion and Arts) fashion show on April 26, 2009 in Nairobi. FAFA was set-up last year in response to the post election violence and it aims to hold a festival yearly to shine a light on African talent, change negative perceptions of the continent, and bridge communities through fashion, music and the arts
Models present a creation by designer Betty Vannetti during the FAFA (Festival for African Fashion and Arts) fashion show on April 26, 2009 in Nairobi. FAFA was set-up last year in response to the post election violence and it aims to hold a festival yearly to shine a light on African talent, change negative perceptions of the continent, and bridge communities through fashion, music and the arts
No comments:
Post a Comment