Traditional African fabrics such as kente, ankara, and mudcloth form an inseparable part of the continent's fashion scene. ...

A new generation of African designers are bursting onto the global fashion scene, gaining recognition from top celebrities including Beyoncé, Alicia Keys, and Naomi Campbell.

Last year Nigerian-English grime music pioneer Skepta joined Drake to remix afropop sensation Wizkid's single "Ojuelegba," rapping "When I was in school being African was a diss/ sounds like you ...

For his west African weaving techniques, Emmanuel Okoro won the inaugural edition of “Africa Fashion Up”, a showcase for African designers held in Paris in September.

Designers from across the continent, including Orange Culture and Palmwine Icecream, left a mark on the German capital.

ARISE Magazine Fashion Week in Lagos, now in its second year, highlighted the work of mostly African or Africa-influenced designers. The 77 designers offered a range of outfits blending ...

"This is going to change the way people value Africa and its creators," says Amira Rasool, founder of The Folklore, which sells clothing and accessories from prominent and emerging African brands.

While Rasool is committed to helping African designers grow and bring wealth to their communities, she also feels that the fashion world misses out when brands have such a Eurocentric perspective.

The African Designer Fashion Show, 5-10 p.m. Saturday, June 3, ReelWorks, 1399 35th Street. Find tickets, $35-$95, at letmeshowyoudifferent.com. Get More Coverage Like This.

African fashion in particular is having a global moment, and retailers are taking notice. ... Designer Emily Okoampah founded Chemphe Bea in 2010 while studying fashion design in London.