Africa Fashion Week London

I worked at Africa Fashion Week London a little over a week ago, and it was absolutely amazing. There were exhibitors selling their goodies and catwalk shows throughout the day and evening, featuring over 50 designers. Purchasing from African designers is one of the best way to gain materials for an ethical outfit. Most of the designers in Nigeria, Ghana, and other parts of the continent either make their clothing and accessories themselves or work with local seamstresses in their communities.

There were 18 exhibitors at the event and while working, I was able to sneak off to a few of their tables. The main designer that caught my eye was AfroFusion Designs. The label was just started in January of this year, by two Ghanian sisters living in the UK. The girls are inspired by the rich cultures in Africa, particularly their home country.

My lovely new earrings from AfroFusion Designs. Only £8!

They hand-make all of their jewelry and clothes, and customize handbags and shoes with traditional African prints. Yvonne Amuzu, one of the founders, recycles the extra material her sister uses for dresses, to create lovely pieces like my new earrings pictured above. I can't wait to add more to my jewelry box.


Here's a glimpse of ethical fashion gracing the runway of AFWL:


Africa Fashion Week London from Kylie Lawson on Vimeo.