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Style by Choice: Rayon Rashid

Talented poet, blogger and model, Rayon Rashid of Sierra Leonean and Gambian descent shares his unique sense of style in an unusual way with us. What’s the most expensive fashion item you ever bought? A £610 6-button double-breasted Cashmere and wool blazer with a peaked label coat by Tim Soar. Have your ever made smart […]

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rashTalented poet, blogger and model, Rayon Rashid of Sierra Leonean and Gambian descent shares his unique sense of style in an unusual way with us.

What’s the most expensive fashion item you ever bought?

A £610 6-button double-breasted Cashmere and wool blazer with a peaked label coat by Tim Soar.

Have your ever made smart purchases of ‘cheap’ item that people see and think it is very expensive?

Yeah, I bought a coat from Primark and changed the buttons. My friends thought it was a designer coat for months; people kept on asking me how much my coat cost me and where they could get it from.

Did you ever buy an item that you took home to find out you didn’t like?

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It is very rear, but I once travelled to Gambia and I was in this local store were they had lights that made the clothes look extremely good. I bought dozens of South Pole Jeans and when I got home my brother was not impressed with my purchases, as did I.  But I was too embarrassed to admit it.

What would you not be caught dead wearing?

Floral shorts

Favourite fashion designers?

Giorgio Armani, Versace, Calvin Klein, Salvatore Ferragamo, Thiery Hermes, Christian Dior. They are all unique in their on ways, and their attention to detail, use of colour and patterns is just amazing. You feel accomplished when you wear these garments.

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Suits or African wear?

Suit, but I must say I do love my African wears as well.

Boxer shorts or briefs?

Briefs

Cufflinks or buttons?

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Cufflink

Tie or no tie?

Tie

Leather or metallic watch?

I love my leather

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Favorite brand of watch?

Rolex

rash2Shoes or sandals?

Shoes

Favourite shoes?

I love Boots and Boat shoes

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Nike, Puma or Adidas?

Adidas

Spray deodorant or roll-on?

Spray deodorant

Shaving machine or shaving stick?

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Shaving machine

Beer or vodka?

Vodka

Skinny jeans or baggy jeans?

Skinny jeans

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Favourite pair of jeans?

Diesel jeans

Tucked in or sagging?

Tucked in

Cocoa Butter or Vaseline?

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Coco butter

African beads or chain?

Chain

Favourite colour of clothing?

Gray and Black

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Favorite perfume?

I’m a huge fan of Paco Rabanne (1 Million) and the Hugo Boss

Favorite pair of sunglasses/ colour?

D&G/ Gray

Favorite place to shop?

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Selfridge’s Oxford Circus or West-field Shepherd Bush

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EXPLORE WITH SHADY J 360 FASHION ON PHOTO’S OF HIS LATEST CORSET GARMENT DESIGN -CHECK THEM OUT.

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With the fast evolving of fashion from the 1900 up to date, fashion  has always been a reflection of society, culture, and individual expression. Throughout history, there have been several iconic fashion designers who have left an indelible mark on the industry.

Their creativity, innovation, and unique vision have shaped the way we perceive fashion and continue to inspire designers and fashion enthusiasts alike

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Shady J 360 fashion a fashion brand in Ghana   has taken the spot light despite the vast number of fashion brands in the country, with his latest red corset dress which was posted on his Instagram page, breaking through and gaining recognition demands going above and beyond in terms of creativity and innovation.


These exceptional  and captivating photos showcase a beautiful female model  who was styled in  Shady J 360 Fashion’s remarkable design. The model was styled in a red dinner  corset dress. A gold sequence fabric was added to the red fabric to give the dress a completed look. Beautiful red beads were added to the illusion  mesh fabric to complement the dress, wrapping up and completing her looks was  expertly applied makeup that makes her shine as brightly as a Moissanite .


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Holyco turns up in style!!!

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Holyco bevys Herh u girls got me gagged oo. Y’all got me on chokehold with your fashion for your speech day.You girls I know took a page out of my article last year for that major faux pas by your seniors. let me not go there!
Y’all brought your yellow and dark brown to life. DAMN!!! I saw some pictures here and there and held myself from jumping the gun.img 20240308 wa00641285702328081350654 1img 20240308 wa0063247496369056734119I told myself I will wait for the official pictures. I was walking with bated breath. Then finally my dear photographer extraordinaire the man I call “lens god” Mr. Yaw Pare posted the album. God bless you bra Yaw.
Let’s go….

This look was everything… its giving royal ascot or the Kentucky derby with no fascinator or hat. I love the creativity that went into it and the tailoring brought it to life 😍😍😍

Simple and elegant. The details and the cut 👌🏾Good colour choice of bag and accessories. My only P with this is the hair. An all back ponytail or a bob would have been ideal but hey I give her a pass for it 😍😊

I see alot of ladies try this style and ends up making it look a mess. But this was everything. It’s giving simplicity and allure. I like how she toned down on the acessories. She kept it cute and classy. Shoe and purse I’m not buying tho.

Love the hair, sunglasses and purse. She took her acessorization serious. Outfit beautiful the chinese neck was well done. The comma for me is the slit should have been a bit tight with a nice A-line shape. As it stands it’s giving headmistress in-charge of academics 😂

Sewn according to her body type and I love it 😍 lovely shoes and bag colour. but not that imposing valentino V. So many fake on the market we can’t tell which one is real. Let’s just say yours is real 😂😘

I love it 😍 screaming prim and proper 😘😘😘

I like this no doubt… I like it when you think of your comfort rather than choosing something which will make u uncomfortable. But let me borrow her designers scissors ✂️ for a min. I will cut off the beading around the illusion net. I get what she was trying to do but the execution is giving JSS needle work. Aside that I love it. Her choice of nail polish colour and accessories is 👌🏾

This is elegant. I had to zoom in to see there was an illusion net at the top. That’s how it’s done. It needs to blend well with your skin tone. Love the hair and I must give it to the red ladies for incorporating the red in a subtle way. Some red lipstick and others nail polish color. That’s smart 👏🏾

How to pose for pictures elevate your look. It’s called poise. Aside her posture and the hair. Nice outfit same for purse and shoes.

This is just fabulous. Love everything about this look. Her confidence is also shining through. 😍 it’s giving boss lady, it’s giving I’m in a meeting call me back in the next hour, it’s giving these are my terms go with it or opt out! 😂

Everything but not the fringes. Let me borrow the scissors ✂️ again. I will cut the fringes off and maintain the bow. It’s a nice outfit no need for extras. You don’t come across as someone who back in school altered her uniform in form one 😂 I like how the shoes and the finger nails are working together.

Straight forward and spot on. 😍😘👏🏾👏🏾

Nice dress and I love the braids. Red lipstick 💄 😘 but too much brown going on. You should have thrown in abit of colour especially for the shoes.

Choice of colour for shoes and purse. I like it! You know your colours. The only dash is the blouse should have synched the midsection small p3. aside that I love it 😍

Nice outfit, but the rich melanin for me 😘

The cornrows… in fact the hair for me 😍

Simple and nice… quintessential Holyco babe 🥰

Let me put the outfit aside and focus on the hair. She brought root realness. I miss natural edges. A rest from the baby hair pandemic! Sis you look good and thanks for bringing authenticity to the speech day 😍

Beautiful work of art. The aduana f3f33f3 Kojo Antwi sung about is this one. Effortlessly beautiful 😍

Everything was going well oo. Whose decision was it to add the ruffles? this is a good piece of work but the … I beg pass me the scissors ✂️ I’m cutting the ruffles under the boobs. It works well on as shoulder straps. You too during exams you ask for graph sheet and extra sheets for simple questions erh. Don’t do that!! 🥰😂 I like ur matter.

School daughter on the left. Nice bustier and your waist is effortlessly synched. Let me borrow you my scissors ✂️ cut that thing down there off. Or buy a new fabric. Also what’s the grand idea for a purple shoe? Gurl!!!

Nice dress with an effectious vibe 💯👌🏾

Those earrings.. it’s doing the Good Samaritan work. 🥰😍

Hi Ms. Pretty lady where did you cut your hair? Please go back and pay more. They over delivered. Whaattt! I love ur demure too 😍😘

Tidy makeup and ohh the embellishments on your dress. I need to see the full look. I’m sure back in school you had a chit that exempts you from chores right? 😂 soft life looks good on you.

Lovely 🥰 that’s all I can say.

Last President and Vice 😍😘

Noko nice and beautiful. Class is written all over her. Let me ask o was it a deliberate attempt to depart from baby hair and frontals? Wow 🤩

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The hair is well laid…!👌🏾🥰

Exquisite 🥰😍

Pristine look. Just oozing class 🥰😍

Billion dollar smile… turban and fascinator well done. Please insure your teeth. Colgate your model for the next campaign in Elle, cosmopolitan, essence, vanity fair and vogue is here 😍😘

I see the full look now… wow the intentionality. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

Sister sister

Angels wings on angels hill 💛🤎

Dazz 😍

Pretty

Squad goals 💃
Overall I’m impressed, the ladies put in the work. Those that read my previous articles about Gey Hey and rushed to their tailors for readjustments et al I see you all 😂😂😂
2000 year group is hosting next year I understand y’all better come and gag. Same challenge in three to 2003 Gey Hey. The fashion battle lines are drawn now!!!
Abugiss and other female schools, Holyco is carrying the torch now… which of you will topple them over?
God bless nothing less enjoy the read. Approach it with a sense of humour and share it to all!
By yours truly Nana Kwesi Acquaye
Photo credit; Yaw Pare 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

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Akosua Brand Unveils EXODUS: A Mesmerizing Blend of Diaspora, Hip Hop, and Fashion

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HELP CORPORATION dba eHELPbrands, the creative force behind the Akosuabrand, is poised to make a resounding statement with the launch of its second-year collection. Following the groundbreaking debut at the Kumasi Fashion Week Runway Show in May 2023, Akosua is not only returning to the Kumasi Fashion Week in May 2024 but is also set to grace the prestigious New York Fashion Week (NYFW) in September 2024 at the Sony Theater in New York City!PHOTO 2024 03 07 11 11 01 5

The EXODUS Collection: A Cultural Odyssey Revolutionizing Fashion

The theme for this year’s collection, titled “EXODUS: 50 Years of Diaspora, Hip Hop, and Fashion,” promises a captivating journey through time and culture. Each paired runway look represents a decade drawing inspiration from the dispersion of people in Africa during the Transatlantic Slave Trade. In a profound reflection of Akosua’s 50 year personal journey navigating between Ghana and America, this year’s showcase will reincarnate U.S. celebration of 50 years of hip hop iconic fashion staples materfully blending iconic hip hop looks, Akosua’s upbringing, rooted cultural elements, historical events, and modern-day trends. The showcase invites you to experience the rich tapestry of stories told through fashion, celebrating life, diversity, culture, knowledge, and sharing the essence of Beyond the Return.PHOTO 2024 03 07 11 11 01 4

Sustainable Fashion Takes Center Stage

The collection goes beyond aesthetics with sustainable elements such as handmade batik, tie dye, cowrie shells, brass & recycled jewelry and sustainable luxury leather bags, hats and slides.

Key Highlights of the Event:

Sustainable Leather Debut: Akosua is set to make a bold statement by introducing ethical leather. This upcycled luxury leather dyed with natural pigments innovation, aligns with Akosua’s vision of creating one-of-a-kind runway couture fashion infusing ancestral craft and environmental consciousness into every piece.PHOTO 2024 03 07 11 11 01 2

Pan African Sophistication: Every piece tells a story of Pan African sophistication, celebrating heritage with a modern twist. Additionally, each piece features kente labels that are hand woven and stamped in Kumasi, paying homage to Akosua’s Asante roots.

Global Collaboration: Akosua’s journey from Adansi Praso, Dompoase, and Kumasi in Ghana to New York is a testament to the brand’s global impact but she doesn’t stop there. Akosua has taken this collection a step further by releasing a limited edition graphic white tee — the “hip-hop T-shirt.” Featuring graffiti and a typographic picture of Africa, this iconic vintage tee pays homage to U. S. 80s and 90s hip-hop fashion with Africa’s popularized modern day afrobeats music. The social enterprise is looking to partner with other Ghanaian organizations using contemporary afrobeats to uplift the youth to promote traditional and modern art culture. Collaborations both locally and internationally, bring forth a collection that transcends borders.PHOTO 2024 03 07 11 11 01 3

Celebrating Artisanal Craftsmanship and Community Impact

Akosua is not just a brand; it’s an avant-garde symbol of Pan African sophistication. Made in Ghana, the brand is deeply rooted in artisanal craftsmanship, collaborating with locals to champion sustainability while empowering communities and providing employment opportunities. From recycled plastic accessories to innovative Ghana-Must-Go multi-purpose bags, Akosua designs are a testament to social responsibility. Every purchase empowers Ghanaians to create a better quality of life embodying a commitment to social impact and responsible goods where fashion transcends time, culture, and borders.

Conclusion

The EXODUS collection is Akosua’s commitment to redefining fashion, blending opulence with environmental responsibility and social impact. As the brand marks its second year, the runway at NYFW awaits a showcase that transcends boundaries, weaving together history, culture, and sustainability.

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Miami Fashion Week kicks off with streetwear panel, and Karl Kani’s MIAFW debut!

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Miami Fashion Week® (MIAFW) became the epicenter of the fashion world as industry icons and guests gathered for a commemorative press conference, streetwear panel, and Karl Kani’s MIAFW debut!

The event kicked off with an official press conference at the Gary Nader Art Centre where Gary Nader (Art Collector), CaSandra Diggs (CFDA President), Karl Kani (Fashion Designer), Oliver Gilbert (Miami-Dade Commissioner) and Lourdes Fernández-Velasco (MIAFW Executive Managing Director) welcomed the Miami community and shared details of this year’s event.

The day continued with a special brunch at Kiki on the River where Karl Kani, filmmaker Jessy Terrero, and songwriter Ashley Joi discussed the influence of style and culture in a dedicated panel moderated by CaSandra Diggs.

The evening concluded with a powerful runway show by the one and only “Godfather of Streetwear” Karl Kani, who serves as this year’s featured designer and the first streetwear designer ever showcased at MIAFW. The runway pulsated with energy as influential talent like actress Pretty Vee, MMA world championDavid Evans, former NBA star Larry Sanders Jr. strutted down the runway in oversized silhouettes and vibrant designs.MFWKARLKANI 175 scaled MFWKARLKANI 143 scaled MFWKARLKANI 179 scaled T9A1378

The runway show took place at The Elser Hotel, which drew in notable attendees such as:

Guerdy Abraira, Real Housewives of Miami
Vena E., MTV reality star and comedian
Kiko El Crazy, Musician
Dalex, Musician
Pretty Vee, Actress
David Evans, World Champion MMA Fighter
Larry Sanders Jr., Former NBA Player
Oliver Gilbert, Miami-Dade Commissioner
Shantall Lacayo, Fashion Designer
Leli Hernandez, Influencer
Arjun Petgrave, Model

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Taking place from January 24th – 27th, this year marks an exciting evolution for MIAFW, taking on new event dates and expanding into the streetwear space as it welcomes Karl Kani, the legendary “Godfather of Urbanwear,” as the official featured designer.

For 26 years, MIAFW has served as a vibrant platform that transcends boundaries to celebrate fashion as art, culture, and lifestyle. Taking place in the diverse city of Miami, the event serves as a cultural bridge that unites style enthusiasts from around the world. Returning to iconic venues like the Gary Nader Art Museum and its Botero exhibit, this year’s event will fully immerse attendees into the world of MIAFW.

“We are thrilled to bring back Miami Fashion Week with an expanded lineup that showcases creative forces from across the globe,” said Lourdes Fernandez-Velasco, Executive Director of Miami Fashion Week. “This year’s event will not only showcase exceptional brands but will also offer a platform for insightful discussions, innovative ideas with new technologies, and the convergence of diverse perspectives.”

Expanding upon its robust lineup, MIAFW 2024 will pay homage to Karl Kani with a dedicated runway show highlighting his signature designs. Drawing inspiration from Hip Hop and street culture, Karl Kani saw a gap in the market and began creating apparel at the age of 16. Today, Karl Kani is a global phenomenon, having introduced the concept of baggy jeans and the first urban design company with an all-Black sales force. This historic collaboration marks the first time that the Karl Kani brand will headline MIAFW, and the first time the event has ever featured a streetwear designer.

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CutOut: The quiet fashion brand making all the significant moves

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Where do I start from…. Lately I’ve been seeing flashes of CutOut,CutOut on my timelines on my socials. Out of curiosity, I decided to take a peek at their page, and now, I understood why the name seems to be flying all over. (more…)

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Osebo to launch collections on January 12

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Ghanaian ‘fashion icon’, Richard Brown, affectionately called Osebo is set to launch his collections under his name.

The exclusive collections are made of slippers, sandals, shoes, and clothes among others.

This unveiling slated for 5pm on January 12, 2024, at the Sunlodge Hotel in Accra is set to usher the fashionista into the next phase of his fashion journey.

Osebo revealed to a section of the media during a brief interaction on Thursday that the time has come for him to take on the world and show his fashion prowess, and extend his tentacles to create more job employment as well as other opportunities for the youth.

He noted that the journey to this phase of his brand has taken time and patience to build such a brand for himself.

According to him, his Spiritual Father, Apostle Kwadwo Sarfo named him Osebo (Tiger), who is arguably the King of the jungle.

Osebo further revealed that the name helped and propelled him to this heights in life.

Against this backdrop, he encouraged the youth not to give up in their journey of life, adding that regardless of the difficulties, with determination to succeed, coupled with hard work every dream is achievable.

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