Egyptian woman in ceremonial dress, 1860s
Dynamic Africa
Dynamic Africa strives to be a multi-media information sharing curated blog that aims to function as a diverse platform for all things African and/or African-related (i.e. Diaspora) - from the classic to the contemporary.
Formerly, "This is Africa/fyeahAfrica".
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I do not endorse any of the products or opinions shared on this site, nor do I claim any of the work posted here to be my own - except where stated. All posts originally made by me are credited. If no credit is given then the work is either my own/written by me or reblogged from another source.
A LITTLE ABOUT ME:
Student, 24
Based in Cape Town, South Africa
From Lagos, Nigeria
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Fashions of Nigerian women in 1971 by Donanne Hunter.
The Lagosian attire for Yoruba men (the southern tribe), where I’m from, usually consists of the Buba which is a box shaped shirt made out of cotton that will either hit shy of his hips or hang long to his knees; Sokoto, which are trousers that are usually quiet loose; and Agbada (this is the master piece): It’s an oversized, flowing robe with wide arms and beautiful embroidery around the neck and chest area. This goes on top of the Buba shirt. All my collections are always inspired by the these simple silhouettes, textures and colors.
CNN | The Namibian Women Who Dress Like Victorians
Their style of dressing was influence by the wives of German missionaries and colonialists who first came to the country in the early 1900s.
The long dresses are heavy and reflect the style of the Victorian period with numerous petticoats worn to add fulness to their skirts.
They are hand-sewn by the women who add their own personal style and flair.
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Afropolitan Dreams
Artist: Blitz The Ambassador
Stylist: Joshua Kissi
Photography/Creative Direction: J. Quazi King
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Instagram = @Quazimottoonwx
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The i-D Summer 2013 covers: Grace Bol by William Baker
Photo by Mama Casset
Sénégal
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Sénégal
The Capulana collection by Mozambican designer Taibo Bacar
A young Ebo Taylor.
All the elements are right in this video: the music, the model, the location, the clothes and make-up, and the atmosphere these factors create.
The only thing I don’t dig is the bindi-like accessories the model has adorned on his forehead.
Chico Leco is a Kenyan fashion brand.
” London based afro punk label Bukki is set to release its menswear offering for spring summer 13”
