Fashion
80 Graduate from The Riohs College of Design
Over 80 students graduated from The Riohs College of Design, a renowned fashion school in Accra, over the weekend.
Highlights of the event included stunning runway presentations, curated music complementing the designs, and lively entertainment for guests. Through masterful fabrics, techniques, and storytelling, students pushed creative boundaries, showcasing both skill and innovation.
The graduation ceremony was themed:
“Fashion as a Language, Design is the New Dialect”
Students completed an intensive six-month programme, which included three months of internship and three months of a final project.
Meanwhile, over 10 graduates were honored for exceptional creativity, attention to detail, and dedication throughout the programme.
Boasting over 15 years in training top designers, Riohs stands as a premier fashion school in Africa and globally, offering innovative programmes such as 3D Design, Menswear Masterclass, and Bridal & Female Wear.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Elegance, glamour and creativity filled the Mikando Conference Centre last weekend as models thrilled guests at the ‘Ghana Kidz & Teen Fashion Festival.’
The children confidently showcased a stunning collection of fashion pieces that kept the enthusiastic audience applauding all night.
Supported by EXOPA Model Agency and Mercury Republic, the occasion highlights youth designers, featured music and dance performances and brought people together through creativity and style.
The audience were thrilled by the children’s captivating catwalks, which featured stunning designs that showcased both contemporary flair and cultural heritage.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
For years, fashion lovers were not interested in rocking denim on denim.
Today, however, the trend has evolved into one of the most fashionable and versatile looks on runways, city streets and social media.
Denim-on-denim styling involves pairing two or more denim pieces in a single outfit, such as a denim shirt with jeans, a denim jacket over a denim skirt, or even matching denim sets.
The trend has also become popular because of denim’s versatility. It can be dressed up with heels, jewellery and handbags, or styled casually with sneakers and simple accessories.
This flexibility makes denim-on-denim suitable for a variety of occasions, from weekend outings to casual workplace settings.
For those trying the trend for the first time, fashion stylists recommend starting with classic pieces. A well-fitted denim jacket and a pair of straight-leg jeans provide a simple foundation.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
