DAY 4, TOTALLY ETHNIK: 59 DAYS OF GHANAIAN FASHION

When an interior decor and African inspired artifacts company transitions into a clothing label, you know it is going to be an interesting one.

Totally Ethnik owned by Marie Kipre, aspires to promote the richness, luxury and originality of our African culture through their vibrant contemporary style.

This brand is well on its way to being one of the most respected local brands noted for their ability to capture the essence of Africa and offer a high end African inspired clothing of a quality that matches international standards.

In 3 years, our Day 4 feature has a lot of admirable achievements which include outdooring 6 major collections and 2 capsule ones, showcasing at fashion shows in Ghana, Nigeria, Paris and Belgium, award nominations, and winning Afroma Awards for emerging designer in 2015.

They currently stock in shops in Nigeria, Rwanda, Uganda, Geneva and Paris and are a favourite among top celebrities in Ghana and Nigeria.

This outfit I am wearing is from their “Birds Of Paradise the Remake" Collection .

Find them on instagram: @totally.ethnik

DETAILS OF THE LOOK

OUTFIT : TOTALLY ETHNIK

MAKEUP: @mimidarln (INSTAGRAM)

PHOTOGRAPHY: CHASQUIDO STUDIOS

DAY 3, ANNESI BESPOKE : 59 DAYS OF GHANAIAN FASHION

Hi there!

I can't believe it is day 3 already. So far so good, I hope you are enjoying this.

Annesi Bespoke is a neo-African fashion brand that makes ready-to-wear clothing and accessories.

This brand focuses on contemporary designs that you can easily rock from day to night with ease and for different occasions.

Their simple yet stylish creations makes them a go-to brand for most working class women. This young brand has so much prospects and I cant wait to see what the future holds for them.

 Find them on instagram :@annesibespoke

DETAILS OF THE LOOK

OUTFIT : ANNESI BESPOKE

MAKE UP: @mimidarln(Instagram)

HAIR/WARDROBE STYLING : HAMID VIJAY & DONEAL

PHOTOGRAPHY: KING KWEKU ANANSE

DAY 2, LUMIERE COUTURE : 59 DAYS OF GHANAIAN FASHION

On Day 2 we take a look at this emerging brand, Lumiere Couture, a luxury ready-to-wear women’s brand that caters to the needs of women with an elegant taste.

They’re barely 3 years old but this brand has made a name for itself in Ghana and in Africa.

Lumiere Couture was adjudged emerging designer of the year at the 2015 Glitz Style Awards and has also received several award nominations.

The brand currently retails in 5 outlets in Ghana, Nigeria and Kenya, and has participated in major fashion weeks across the continent.

With their free flowing and exaggeratedly cut outfits, they’re sort after for local and international pageants and celebrities.

Find them on instagram : @lumierecoutureofficial

DETAILS OF THE LOOK

OUTFIT: LUMIERE COUTURE

MAKEUP: @mimidarln (Instagram)

PHOTOGRAPHY: CHASQUIDO PHOTOGRAPHY

THE CSF SHOW 2016 BY FUSION ARTISTRY

Skybar25 celebrated Fashion during this Christmas Season, every weekend of December the bar/restaurant hosted a Creative Fashion Show in collaboration with Fusion Artistry Agency and with the exceptional support of Belvedere.

For the first time in Accra, one of the most dynamic city of Africa, a Fashion Show moved from it’s classic presentation on the runway to a rooftop overlooking the beautiful city. 

Skybar25 offers a breathtaking view on Accra and is the perfect place to experience luxurious quality time with family and friends during this season of gathering and joy. 

An unprecedented Creative Fashion Show was imagined by Fusion Artistry’s creative team and models performed their art enhancing the talent of the designers.

The CSF Show transformed Skybar25 rooftop into a Stellar Fashion Party. Annesi Bespoke, one of the leading fashion powerhouse in Ghana, opened the floor with their Back To Basics collection in a Play Choreography show followed by a Random Pick show.

Adjoa Des Bordes, the Parisian Luxury Fashion brand, closed with an All White Bubbles show and introduced a minimalistic and clever contemporary collection. 

Since Christmas is all about presents, out of a gift box, Myth House the accessories designer from Ghana showcased a collection of beautiful rustic purses that took the crowd to cloud nine as a couple tied the knot in a spectacular moment of love.

Fusion Artistry would like to express their gratitude to the entire production team who made the show memorable : Nick and the Skybar25 team; Jane; Henry; Angela; Mide; Sedinam; Bella Beauty; Fabio; DJ Orstin; DJ Nikkie; the models and the designers.

The year 2017 promises to be full of new creative class. Stay tuned to the African Dream we are building.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all!

Find all pictures on Fusion Artistry Social Media .

Press Contact Skybar 25 Nick Jeremic

njeremic01@gmail.com

+233.20.202.6518

Fusion Artistry Agency

1. Sandrine Tachie-Menson sandrine@fusionartistryagency.com

      +33.658.350.454

     2.  Kobina Banning kkb@fusionartistryagency.com

        +233.24.720.1322

DAY 1 OSEI - DURO : 59 DAYS OF GHANAIAN FASHION

Hey Beauties, today is the first day of the campaign and we spotlight Osei-Duro.

This brand although not owned by a Ghanaian is based in Accra,Ghana and Los Angeles. They also produce some of their textiles and garments in Ghana using traditional methods such as hand dyeing and weaving.

Through sustainable means, this brand aims at supporting the local apparel industries on both small and large scales.

With a Vogue feature and a showcase at New York Fashion Week as some of their achievements, this brand is as original as they come and their local Ghanaian name "Osei-Duro" is one of the many reasons why I had to make them part of this campaign.

Find them on instagram:@oseiduro

DETAILS OF THE LOOK

OUTFIT - OSEI-DURO

MAKEUP - @mimidarln (Instagram)

PHOTOGRAPHY - CHASQUIDO STUDIOS

59 DAYS OF GHANAIAN FASHION: THE UNVEIL

Hello Fab Beauties,

In the months of January and February 2017, my blog will run a special campaign to highlight the works of 59 Ghanaian Fashion Designers (both clothing and accessories), dubbed “59 Days of Ghanaian Fashion”.

This campaign seeks to bring to the limelight, talented emerging and established designers who are contributing to Ghana’s budding fashion industry, help boost their online presence and also create an exciting buzz about Ghanaian fashion.

In the lead up to Ghana's historic 60th anniversary, I will shoot one signature piece per designer, after which a blog post with all the details about the brand/designer will be put up.

There will be 59 posts in all. “59” symbolizes Ghana’s 59 years of independence.

Locations were chosen because they are picturesque and have some significance to Ghana’s rich history.

I am so thankful to the designers, photographers, makeup artists and stylists I am working with on this project.

And to you my most amazing readers, thank you for your constant support and love. I appreciate it.

I wish you all a fantastic new year and i hope you enjoy this campaign.

Love, Laurie. 

THIS CHRISTMAS WITH CINDY RICE

Hey guys , it's been a minute!

I have been running around trying to get set for #59DaysOfGhanaianFashion, and let's just say we are almost set to roll.

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas filled with lots of love and laughter.

I spent Christmas this year at my girl Gifty's house.

Her family hosts a party every Christmas and yes i was there.

As an upcoming foodie i just had to be where there was going to be lots of food.

I got there early to help them prepare the food and set up before guests arrived.

On the menu was Beef Jollof rice(Ghana Jollof) , Rice Arome with Chicken sauce and many local dishes you can think of.

I just want to let you in on a little secret i learnt, we used Cindy Rice for all the rice dishes, and guests in a typical Ghanaian fashion took some of the rice home. It was their family secret, well not anymore :-) .

Apparently they have been using it for sometime now.

 The rice tasted so good and cooked perfectly, If it is a rice meal, then it has to be Cindy Rice, they won me over .

Send some Rice recipes my way as i am all excited about cooking with Cindy Rice.

What have you been up to this Christmas?

Let me know.