African style is quickly making its way up the ladder in the fashion industry and is now becoming more and more popular across the globe.
African fashion success can be seen by the hard work and creativity that the stylists put in to each and every one of their clients. Many stylists remain behind the scenes, adding that touch of spice and innovation which makes their clothing styles a success. Wearing great African designers' clothing doesn't necessarily mean you have to spend a great deal on it, you can check other ways to get your hands on their latest creations, like for example searching through your local free-classifieds website for it.
Here we can take a look at some of the greatest African stylists to keep an eye on.
1.
Arieta Mujay
Arieta Mujay has not only worked with some of the most
iconic and famous models in the world, but she is also PR for River Island, a top UK leading fashion store.
Many of her items can be found at affordable prices online through the clothing
store.
2. Dimeji AlaraDimeji
Alara is well known throughout Africa and overseas for his creative and iconic
work, which puts him up there with some of the world’s top fashion and wardrobe
stylists. He has worked with magazines such as Elle and Glamour.
3 Ugo MozieNigerian
born Ugo Mozie has an impressive line-up when it comes to styling celebrities
such as Kelly Rowland and Rihanna. His success and unique styling’s have made
him a top choice amongst the American fashion industry.
4. Ezinne Chinkata
Ezinne
Chinkata has been successful through the fashion industry, also as a leading
writer and fashion editor in Nigerian fashion. She is currently applying her
skills as fashion editor at WOW Magazine, and definitely has an eye for
detail.
5.
Taio Shonekan
Being a
graduate of engineering, but also a lover of fashion, style and clothing, Tayo
is currently the creative director of Aimas, that create designs such as hand
finished handbags and hand decorated t-shirts.
She has also put in her creative side into well-known magazines such as
True love and Todays Woman.
6.
Veronica Odeka
Veronica
Odeka has made herself known in the fashion industry for her background in
commercial modelling and has gone onto to become an international stylist. She
also styles for the famous Nigerian Idol TV program.
7. Memsor Kamarake
Is a
stylist passionate about maintaining his Nigerian roots when it comes to
fashion. He is now a top name and
stylist in New York, where his work has been appreciated by many and even named
one of the most stylish men in New York!
8.
Olori Swank
Her
trademark is that bright blue hair with shaved sides. Olori shares her unique
and sassy style with her readers whilst also running an online vintage store.
Make sure to check out her items online!
As you can
see Africa is blooming with great designers who are becoming big all around the
world. Make sure you don't loose sight of them, they're bound to do wonderful
things in the fashion industry!
Labels: african style, fashion
