See why people gathered together in Lagos today (photos)
The much anticipated Africa Fashion Week Nigeria (AFWN) 2016, has kicked off!
The event which kick started on Friday, July 1 is billed to showcase about 60 designers from across Africa, unveiling their latest designs for the event set to be one of the biggest fashion shows in Africa.
With the theme ‘’Connecting Africa’’ this year’s event took off with the Textile and Garment Manufacturing Conference, which held at Eko Hotels and Suites Victoria Island.
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The conference which is first of its kind brought industry experts together under one roof, to deliberate on ways of maximizing the potentials within the fashion industry so as to enhance the economic fortunes of the nation.
The 2nd and 3rd which is billed for 2nd and 3rd July will feature catwalk shows from emerging and established designers, with an influx of designers, buyers and exhibitors on display.
The AFWN launched in 2014, a sister event to the Africa Fashion Week London (AFWL) was founded by Ronke Ademiluyi, to project Africa and her creativity to the world.
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