Glamsquad Dec - Jan 2021

FASHION
Christie
Brown
Designer: Aisha
Obuobi
Christie Brown, the
Ghanian-based luxury
fashion brand, was
named after the
founder’s grandmother,
who was a seamstress.
Aisha Obuobi reminisces
her grandmother, who
created rich and vibrant
garments back in the
days. Today, the brand
aims to create a platform
for women seeking a
real taste of neo-African
culture. No matter if it’s a
necklace or full-fledged
gown, each piece
designed has a practical
yet visual impact that is
inspired by the African
culture.
Loza
Maléombho
Designer: Loza
Maléombho
Established in New York City
in 2009 and relocated to
Côte d’Ivoire since 2012,
where its production now
occurs, Loza Maléombho
is best described as a fusion
between traditional cultures/
sub-cultures and contemporary fashion. Loza
Maléombho bridges Ivorian traditions with
modern fashion: the silhouettes celebrate the old
and new, cultural and futuristic paradox. More
specifically, Loza Maléombho experiments the
synergies between Ivorian tribal aesthetics and
New York City’s urban fashion.
Designer Loza Maléombho works with artisans
who have mastered their craft for generations
and implement it into a new modern silhouette.
Maki Oh
Designer: Maki Osakwe
What makes the brand stand out? Lupita Nyong’o
and Solange Knowles are just two celebrities
who have this brand in their closets. At Maki Oh,
you’ll find items that mix traditional Nigerian-textile
influence with contemporary styles.
Amaka Osakwe is a
fashion designer an
African-based fashio
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acknowledged.
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