Fashion
25 students graduate from Christie Brown Academy
The Christie Brown Academy (CBA), in partnership with the MasterCard Foundation, has graduated its second cohort of fashion entrepreneurs in Accra last week.
The event celebrated 25 creatives who completed an intensive one-year pilot programme designed to equip young Africans with the tools to build globally competitive and sustainable fashion businesses.
The Christie Brown Academy, which is founded by renowned Ghanaian designer Aisha Ayensu, is redefining fashion education in Africa with a core mission to empower young African creatives through transformative curriculum that prioritises the business of fashion and creative design.
The event featured a fashion show spotlighting the participants’ original collections which were a reflection of their personal growth, cultural identity, and commitment to innovation.
At the event, the MasterCard Foundation awarded $1,000 seed funding to three outstanding participants, namely Barbara Clement, Mavis Nelson, and Nancy Osei to support their fashion ventures.
Speaking at the ceremony, the founder and Director of Christie Brown Academy, Ms Ayensu, said “through the Christie Brown Academy, we are meeting these participants at the point of their needs and bridge the gap between creativity and entrepreneurship in Africa’s fashion industry.”
Representing the MasterCard Foundation, Nene Diallo, Capacity Development and Mass Entrepreneurship Lead – Pan African Programmes, commended the partnership with the Foundation’s vision to unlock the potential of African youth.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
Fashion
Spotlight on Akosua Agyapong
When we talk of stage and electrifying dance moves, nobody can take it away from the renowned highlife musician, Akosua Agyapong.
However, aside her dance moves, she has a spectacular way of dressing for every show on stage.
The ‘Mi ye obaa’ hitmaker’s daring fashion outfits with confidence always calls for attention.
Her colour combination, hair styling and shoes are always mind blowing.
Akosua promotes her culture and identity through her outfits such as the traditional prints marching with beads and scarfs.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Fashion
Cardigan: A wardrobe essential for everyone
A cardigan is a wardrobe essential everyone needs especially in the rainy season or for warmth.
In recent times, as fashion evolves, some styling options include pairing Cardigan with casual outfits like jeans and sneakers.
To some, they are a wardrobe staple that can easily turn around an outfit. Whether dressing for a casual day at work, a night out, or even lounging at home, Cardigans offer flexibility in styling.
Some types of Cardigans includes chunky knit, fine knit, long, cropped cardigans, and its vests.
They can be found with different closures like buttons or zippers and in various lengths, from short to long.
Again, fine knit cardigans are made from finer yarn and are suitable for both casual and more formal settings.
Long Cardigans extend below the hips and can be a stylish layering piece, often reaching the knee or even the ankle.
Cropped Cardigans come shorter in length, hitting at or above the waist, and are often paired with high-waist bottoms for a trendy look.
Cardigan Vests are sleeveless, offering a lightweight layering option.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
