Fashion
Checkout These Dresses That Will Spice Up Your Week And Make You Stand Out
Growing up in Africa especially Ghana, it is impossible not to find yourself immersed in the trend of fashion. There is an endless stream of colours and fabrics is a constant presence. Many Ghanaians show a very strong love and affinity for design and style. Many stylish women who worked in their various workplaces are mostly seen wearing kaba and the wide-eyed patrons who perused the latest prints and photo catalogues for inspiration on what to wear for an impending event or church service on Sunday.
The way younger people of today design and dress here is in constant mix up. This is part of a wider reimagining at the redefinition of our culture and history, which is seeing Africans questioning their identity.
Dressing the local way is sometimes nice. Many companies and offices always ask their workers go wear their African prints on certain days. This is also done since these African countries are very proud of their heritage and their culture.
Below are some cute African prints that you can wear as a lady to thrill your friends and loved ones this week.
Source: gh.opera.news
Fashion
Sneakers: rainy season’s style essential
The rise in sneaker during the rains is not just about fashion, but also about necessity. Unlike sandals that leave feet exposed or leather shoes that easily soak, sneakers provide better protection against the unpredictable weather.
They keep feet dry, offer stronger grip on wet surfaces, and still allow wearers to express individuality through design and style.
The types of sneakers available today give wearers plenty of options to match both lifestyle and weather needs. Waterproof sneakers, crafted from weather-resistant materials, shield feet from the heaviest downpours.
Sneakers provide extra ankle coverage, making them perfect for wet and muddy areas. Lightweight canvas sneakers, when treated with water-resistant sprays, offer breathable comfort, while luxury designer sneakers bring a polished edge to rainy-day outfits.
Beyond variety, sneakers are versatile enough to be styled with almost anything. They pair effortlessly with jeans, casual dresses, skirts, and even semi-formal wear, proving that functionality does not have to cancel out fashion.
In a season where safety and comfort are just as important as appearance, sneakers strike the perfect balance.
For today’s fashion-conscious individual, sneakers are more than footwear; they are the rainy season’s ultimate companion, blending necessity with style in every stride.
By: Georgina Boadiwaa Ntim
Fashion
ATU students turn on style at fashion show
Elegance and style took centre stage as the final year students of the Department of Fashion and Textiles at the Accra Technical University (ATU) exhibited their designs at the National Theatre in Accra.
Amidst some soulful melodies, students cat-walked the runway with striking fusion of African prints, assorted fabrics drawing inspiration from themes like nature and cultural heritage.
Themed ‘Promoting African heritage: our pride, our passion’ the event saw 421 students showcasing not only a fulfilled academic requirement but also served as a platform to ignite creativity and innovation among students.
With a focus on encouraging budding designers to carve a niche for themselves, the event resonated with the spirit of originality.
Head of Department of Fashion and Textiles at ATU, Dr Emma Donkor, urged students to use fashion as a tool to tell their story in order to promote and preserve cultural identity.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
