Fashion

TV3 unveils 2020 Ghana’s Most Beautiful contestants on Sunday

TV3 Network, would on Sunday unveil the sixteen contestants participating in this year’s edition of the Ghana’s Most Beautiful (GMB) scheduled to air between 8pm and 10pm.

Commenting on the 2020 GMB, the General Manager of Media General Television, Mr Francis Doku indicated that this year’s edition of the pageant will see the cultural display, fun, excitement, glitz and glamour usually associated with the pageant taken a notch higher.

“We are aware of the difficult times in which we find ourselves in, due to the coronavirus and as organisers of the most sought after beauty reality show in Ghana, we would ensure that the content reflects these unusual times amidst all the fun and excitement,” he said.

According to him, “We owe it a duty to our viewers and all Ghanaians to use this very popular platform to contribute our quota to the fight against the coronavirus. We will use GMB to amplify the KickOutCovid campaign to sensitise the masses on the virus, the safety protocols and other approaches.”

The theme for this year’s GMB is, “Uniquely Ghanaian, Exceptionally African”, and a search for a lady who is bold, intelligent, beautiful, charismatic and understands the essence of being a Ghanaian woman and an African at large.

Ahead of the official launch on Sunday, the journey for this year’s edition of the GMB organised by one of Ghana’s leading television stations, TV3 Network, commenced last Sunday June 21, 2020 with the first episode airing live on TV3, where stunning-looking Anita Akua Akuffo discussed with the audition judges, Lydia Forson, Prince David Osei, Salma Mumin and Adjetey Anang, the painful, exciting and incredible moments during the auditions and selection of the sixteen contestants.

By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme

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.