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5 African Designers On The Peculiarities Of Their Indigenous Material Choices
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5 African Designers On The Peculiarities Of Their Indigenous Material Choices

Cynthia Abila, Doussou Traoré and more tell us about the textile choices they make for their designs.
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How It’s Made: Kente Gentlemen’s Baoulé Fabric
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How It’s Made: Kente Gentlemen’s Baoulé Fabric

The material, process, and people that go into the creation of the text were once reserved for nobility.
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First Egypt Fashion Week Celebrates the Past, Present and Future of an Evolving Fashion Industry
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First Egypt Fashion Week Celebrates the Past, Present and Future of an Evolving Fashion Industry

The first edition of the fashion show in Cairo showcased collections from more than 60 designers.
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The Folklore Guide to Connect Home & Beauty Market for Retailers and Brands
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The Folklore Guide to Connect Home & Beauty Market for Retailers and Brands

What retailers can expect from the digital trade show and how participating brands can prepare for it.
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How It’s Made: Madame Gabriela Beauty Honey-Infused Lipstick Formula
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How It’s Made: Madame Gabriela Beauty Honey-Infused Lipstick Formula

Discover what goes into making the brand’s clean, non-toxic lip products.
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The Influence of Africa on the Beauty Industry
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The Influence of Africa on the Beauty Industry

Three key ways in which the African continent has impacted the global beauty industry.
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How African Brands Are Leading the Sustainability Charge in the Beauty Industry
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How African Brands Are Leading the Sustainability Charge in the Beauty Industry

From plastic-free packaging to renewable resources, beauty brands are becoming more environmentally friendly.
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The Trend Report: Womenswear Fall/Winter 2023 Fashion
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The Trend Report: Womenswear Fall/Winter 2023 Fashion

Our guide to some of the trends you can expect to see this year, as spotted on the fashion week runways.
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5 Under-the-Radar Fashion Weeks to Look Forward to in 2023
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5 Under-the-Radar Fashion Weeks to Look Forward to in 2023

Discover six fashion weeks in cities that are home to some of the most exciting new design talents on the scene.
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