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Ripped jeans: From street style to mainstream fashion
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Once associated with youthful street style and bold self-expression, ripped jeans have now taken their place as a mainstream fashion staple across the world.
In Ghana, they are no longer confined to teenagers or trendsetters but are widely worn by students, working professionals on casual days, and style-conscious individuals who want to add a modern edge to their wardrobe.
The rise of ripped jeans in Ghana reflects how quickly global fashion trends influence local wardrobes.
Many young people see them as a way to showcase confidence, while older wearers often adopt them to stay connected to modern styles.
They can be paired with simple t-shirts for a laid back look or styled with blazers and heels for a chic street-style vibe.
Men often pair them with sneakers or boots, while women combine them with crop tops or oversized shirts for an effortlessly cool outfit. From high-waist cuts to skinny fits, ripped denim adapts to nearly every body type and personal preference, making them an inclusive trend.
Some critics see ripped jeans as inappropriate for formal settings or a symbol of “lazy dressing.” Yet, for many wearers, they represent individuality and breaking away from traditional fashion rules.
By Georgina Boadiwaa Ntim
Adiza Ibrahim, is proving what it means to be a modern style icon in Ghana. By day, she commands corporate rooms as a top marketing executive as well as a fashion consultant, boutique owner, and lifestyle strategist.
Her signature looks proves that modesty and high fashion belong on the same runway. She has consistently demonstrated elegance, confidence and a refined sense of fashion in both modern and traditional style.
Adiza is not just a consumer of fashion; she is a critic and an educator. She actively pushes local designers to elevate their craft.
For her, fashion is a tool that demonstrate your cultural identity and make you hold onto your national pride.
Check out some of her outfits
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Final-year students of the Accra Technical University (ATU) Department of Fashion Design and Textile Technology on Friday showcased their creativity and craftsmanship in Accra.
The annual event held under the theme: ‘Wear Your Culture: Tradition Meets Modernity,’ saw 366 students showcased various designs as part of their final year practical work.
Dean of the Faculty of Applied Arts, Professor George Agyei Osei, explained that the exhibition provided students with an opportunity to demonstrate the skills and competencies they have acquired throughout their training.
Vice Dean of the Faculty of Arts and former Head of Department of Fashion and Textile Technology, Dr Mrs Emma Donkor, said this year’s cohort comprised 366 students, with each student producing four designs, one of which was exhibited at the school’s auditorium while three were presented during the fashion show.
Mrs Donkor encouraged graduating students to build their businesses gradually, noting that a sewing machine and a small workspace could provide the foundation for a successful fashion enterprise.
One of the graduating students, Philipa Adu, said the theme was a reminder to designers not to blindly imitate Western fashion at the expense of African culture.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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