Fashion
Ghana Goes Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
This October, something special is happening in Ghana’s fashion scene. Everywhere you look—on the streets, in classrooms, at events—people are wearing pink. Not just for fun, but to express themselves.
From soft baby pink to bright fuchsia, the colour is showing up in dresses, shirts, sneakers, headwraps and even jewellery.
Young people especially are leading the trend. They are mixing pink with jeans, sneakers and African prints. Some wear pink to feel bold, others wear it to feel calm.
“Pink makes me feel soft but strong,” says Ama, a student in Accra. “It is my way of showing up with confidence.”
Local designers are also joining the wave. Some are creating pink-themed collections with flowing fabrics, playful cuts and bold patterns. Others are using recycled materials to make pink bags and accessories. It is not just about fashion – it is about creativity and pride.
Social media is buzzing with photos and hashtags like #GhanaGoesPink and #PinkMood. Friends are sharing their outfits, encouraging others to try something new. Even small shops are decorating their windows with pink fabrics and flowers.
This pink wave is more than a trend. It is a feeling. It is about joy, softness and standing out. In a world that can feel heavy, Ghana’s youth are using fashion to bring light. And this October, pink is the colour of self-love, style and togetherness.
By Beatrice Princess Kpeglah
Join our WhatsApp Channel now!
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBElzjInlqHhl1aTU27
Crochet bags are becoming one of the most admired trends in the fashion world today.
Many fashion lovers use crotchet for tops, dresses, skirts and bags.
In the world of fashion, crochet bags have now become the trend and popular because it’s stylish, comfortable and artistic in nature.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Yarn-by-us showcases some unique designs.
An emerging Ghanaian fashion brand, Selsam Couture, is steadily carving a niche for itself in the country’s growing fashion industry with bold contemporary designs inspired by nature, creativity and modern elegance.
Founded by young designer Samuel Dadzie, the unisex designs combine African and western fashion to create outfits suitable for weddings, red carpet events and other special occasions.
Selsam Couture has collaborated with notable personalities and platforms including Crik Studios, Miss World Guinea, Queen Afriyie of Ghana’s Most Beautiful (GMB) 2020 and Miss Supranational, further strengthening its presence within the fashion and entertainment space.
Its recently designed ‘3D Glitz and Glam,’ for the TGMA 2024 red carpet, featured intricate pearls and crystal embellishments inspired by the global 3D fashion trend.
