Nothing New: Exploring South African Fashion Week 2026 and The Business of Ethical Fashion
South African Fashion Week (SAFW) enters its SS26 season by reinforcing its role as a dedicated B2B platform, blending commercial strategy with creative expression in a return to physical, experiential shows. Key partnerships, including a new collaboration with Primedia, highlight
Cecil Hammond Marks 50th birthday in Lagos with Flytime Foundation Launch and a Guest List That Brought the Style
When Cecil Hammond marked his 50th birthday in Lagos, the evening carried the kind of cultural weight that extended beyond celebration. It was a gathering that reflected two decades of influence across entertainment, business, and lifestyle and the network that
ALL ROADS LEAD TO ZAMBIA: Africa Creative Market (ACM) Announces Historic 5th Edition in Lusaka
The Africa Creative Market (ACM) is on the move. In a historic milestone for Africa’s creative economy, ACM is proud to announce that its flagship 5th Edition will be hosted in Lusaka, Zambia. This strategic move marks the first time
WOVEN THREADS VII: “CRAFTED” Style House Files Closes a Four-Day Exploration of Craft, Circularity, and the Future of African Fashion
Style House Files (SHF) has concluded the seventh edition of Woven Threads, themed CRAFTED, following a four-day programme held from 9th to 12th April 2026 in Lagos. Presented as one of Style House Files’ flagship platforms alongside Lagos Fashion Week, this
WOVEN THREADS VII: “CRAFTED” Style House Files Presents a Four-Day Immersive Experience Celebrating Africa’s Circular Fashion Future
Style House Files (SHF) is pleased to announce the seventh edition of Woven Threads, themed CRAFTED. Taking place from 9th to 12th April 2026 at 274A Kofo Abayomi Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, this year’s edition will convene designers, innovators, and
The New Guard: FashionEVO’s Intentional Salon at the British Council Lagos Hosts an Ultra-Chic Blueprint for the Creative Vanguard
In the world of high fashion and higher stakes, the most important conversations happen after the runway lights dim and the champagne is poured. In a masterful follow-up to International Women’s Day, FashionEVO curated an evening that moved beyond performative
I.DEA PR hosts ‘Backstage: Access All Areas’ Pop-Up Experience
On 23rd March 2026, I.DEA PR hosted its immersive Backstage: Access All Areas press day, welcoming press, stylists, and industry professionals to explore a curated selection of Autumn/Winter 2026 collections. Building on the momentum of fashion week, the event spotlighted
The Continental Shift: South African Fashion Week SS26 Redefines the Runway
There is a specific kind of electricity that fills the air when an industry moves from "surviving" to "thriving." As South African Fashion Week (SAFW) prepares to unveil its Spring/Summer 2026 Collections from 22 to 25 April, that energy is
FashionEVO × British Council Presents Women, Creativity & Leadership in the Creative Economy
In celebration of International Women’s Month, FashionEVO, supported by British Council, presents an intimate convening of women shaping the future of the creative economy. At a time when the influence of women across creative industries continues to expand, this gathering brings together a curated circle of visionary leaders, creators, and cultural thinkers for an evening of meaningful dialogue, connection, and shared inspiration. Designed as a reflective Post-International Women’s Day experience, the event creates space for deeper conversations around creativity, leadership, and the evolving role of women in driving cultural and economic transformation.
“Women are not just participating in the creative economy; we are redefining it. Through our ideas, our resilience, and our ability to build from vision, we are shaping culture in ways that are both powerful and enduring. This gathering is about creating space, space for honest conversations, for shared experiences, and for the kind of connections that inspire new possibilities. Blueprints & Breakthroughs is an extension of that vision documenting not just success, but the journey, the process, and the leadership behind it.” — Dr. Yetty Ogunnubi Founder, FashionEVO[caption id="attachment_20441" align="alignnone" width="1024"]
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This gathering also marks the official launch of Blueprints & Breakthroughs, a new FashionEVO series dedicated to spotlighting the journeys, insights, and impact of women leading across the creative landscape.
The series will explore the intersection of creativity and leadership, documenting the ideas, challenges, and defining moments that shape successful women in the creative economy.
Bringing together a select group of 50 exceptional women, this invitation-only experience is intentionally designed to foster authentic connection and high-value exchange within an intimate setting.
Guests can expect a thoughtfully curated evening that blends conversation, community, and creative expression.
In keeping with the spirit of individuality and artistic freedom, the dress code for the evening is Boho Black Affair, an invitation to interpret black through texture, movement, and personal style.
Partners: YD Company, Glenfiddick, Africa Creative Market, TafeOrganics, Insigna, Rare Magic Studio, Click Booth, PoshClick, Afro Flavour Events, Media Room Hub, and RedEdit Magazine.
This is a strictly by-invitation gathering.
Nairobi Fashion Week 2026 Sets the Decarbonize Agenda for African Fashion
From January 28–31, Nairobi did not simply host a fashion week — it declared itself a fashion capital. Under the banner Decarbonize, Nairobi Fashion Week 2026 positioned the city at the center of a continental conversation and quietly inserted it
