Ghana’s award-winning fashion designer, Yolanda (Yoli) Koomson has shared inspiration behind her new ‘Daakye’Holiday Collections.

The unveiling would be heralded with a fashion show on Saturday, December 14, at Kempinski Kempinski Galleria SLW in Accra.

Sharing the creative inspiration behind,Daakye Holiday 25/26 collections, Yoli Koomson said “Daakye,” an Akan word meaning That Which Is To Come, reflects our commitment to honouring heritage while imagining the future of African craftsmanship.”

For this season, Creative Director Yolanda Koomson draws inspiration from the resilient rafia palmin culture, utility, and artistry.

Its raw texture, natural warmth, and generational symbolism serve as the foundation for a collection that merges tradition with modern architectural design.

The palette echoes the earthy strength and understated elegance of rafia:

Silhouettes blend sculptural structure with fluid draping, symbolizing the dialogue between memory and forward motion.

Key pieces include the Architectural Blazer, Draped Gown, Sculptural Trousers, and standout separates embroidered with metallic threads.

Against this backdrop, all creative enthusiast are entreated be at the event to experience a vision of tomorrow one woven with the wisdom of yesterday.

A powerful creative shift took place in Tamale over the weekend, where fashion, culture, and youth converged to redefine the city’s identity.

TrendsRunwayShow celebrated its fifth anniversary, a milestone that confirms Tamale’s growing presence on Ghana’s fashion map and signals a bold, new era for the northern region’s creative economy.

This year’s edition, themed “Freedom of Expression,” granted designers full creative liberty to explore identity, heritage, and modern style.

Eight designers and one stylist showcased collections ranging from culturally infused silhouettes to experimental contemporary designs that captivated audiences across the city.

The runway brought together 25 male and female models, many of whom rely on the show as a stepping stone due to limited access to opportunities in Accra and other southern cities.

By Geoffrey Buta, Tamale

Founded by former model Baba Alhamdu, the event has evolved from a small local initiative into a dependable platform spotlighting emerging designers, models, and artisans from the North.

By Geoffrey Buta, Tamale

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