Embracing tradition with stylish Smock

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2 months ago

August 1, 2026

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Once worn mainly by chiefs and people of Northern Ghana, Smock, the traditional attire has been redesigned for a new generation.

Today’s smocks come in modern cuts, bold colours, and fine embroidery, making them suitable for weddings, offices, and casual outings.

Designers and weavers are transforming traditional smock with contemporary cuts, vibrant colours to appeal to all ages.

Each piece reflects hours of handwork and generations of skill. The Smock continuous to be a timeless wear for casual and corporate

Adiza Ibrahim’s simple, yet sophisticated fashion sense

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3 weeks ago

August 29, 2026

WeeklySpectator

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

By Desmond Aidoo

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ATU fashion students show class at annual exhibition

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4 weeks ago

August 22, 2026

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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