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Cultural IP: Protecting African Fashion in a Copy-Paste World

Peace Eke-Efeme 6/19/26 Peace Eke-Efeme 6/19/26

Cultural IP: Protecting African Fashion in a Copy-Paste World

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How South African Bodies Became Fashion’s Ultimate Hourglass Ideal

Precious Akpevba 6/18/26 Precious Akpevba 6/18/26

How South African Bodies Became Fashion’s Ultimate Hourglass Ideal

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The Evolution of Ankara Print: From Dutch Wax to Pan-African Symbol – A Masterclass in Cultural Reclamation

Pauline Afande 6/17/26 Pauline Afande 6/17/26

The Evolution of Ankara Print: From Dutch Wax to Pan-African Symbol – A Masterclass in Cultural Reclamation

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The Return of “Put Together”: Why Effortless Dressing Is No Longer Effortless

Precious Akpevba 6/16/26 Precious Akpevba 6/16/26

The Return of “Put Together”: Why Effortless Dressing Is No Longer Effortless

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The Disconnect Between Nigerian Fashion and Nigerian Weather

Precious Akpevba 6/16/26 Precious Akpevba 6/16/26

The Disconnect Between Nigerian Fashion and Nigerian Weather

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Nollywood & Fashion: A Dynamic Tapestry of Style, Identity, and Global Influence

Pauline Afande 6/15/26 Pauline Afande 6/15/26

Nollywood & Fashion: A Dynamic Tapestry of Style, Identity, and Global Influence

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When Style Becomes Theft

Precious Akpevba 6/15/26 Precious Akpevba 6/15/26

When Style Becomes Theft

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Everyone Is a Stylist: The Rise of Instagram Styling in African Fashion

Precious Akpevba 6/15/26 Precious Akpevba 6/15/26

Everyone Is a Stylist: The Rise of Instagram Styling in African Fashion

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Leather, Tannery, and the Value-Chain Trap

Peace Eke-Efeme 6/11/26 Peace Eke-Efeme 6/11/26

Leather, Tannery, and the Value-Chain Trap

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What Does Luxury Really Mean In Fashion

Precious Akpevba 6/10/26 Precious Akpevba 6/10/26

What Does Luxury Really Mean In Fashion

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The Hidden Cost Of Braids

Precious Akpevba 6/10/26 Precious Akpevba 6/10/26

The Hidden Cost Of Braids

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Beyond The Muse: African Women In Fashion’s Narrative

Precious Akpevba 6/9/26 Precious Akpevba 6/9/26

Beyond The Muse: African Women In Fashion’s Narrative

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How African Designers are Turning to Regenerative Fashion

Precious Akpevba 6/9/26 Precious Akpevba 6/9/26

How African Designers are Turning to Regenerative Fashion

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Fashion, Freedom, and the Nigerian Rave Scene

Precious Akpevba 6/8/26 Precious Akpevba 6/8/26

Fashion, Freedom, and the Nigerian Rave Scene

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How Much Does Style Cost?

Precious Akpevba 6/8/26 Precious Akpevba 6/8/26

How Much Does Style Cost?

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Pinterest Made You Do It: Tongoro’s Influence on Global Trends

Precious Akpevba 6/6/26 Precious Akpevba 6/6/26

Pinterest Made You Do It: Tongoro’s Influence on Global Trends

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The Politics of Hair in African Fashion Campaigns and Runway

Precious Akpevba 6/5/26 Precious Akpevba 6/5/26

The Politics of Hair in African Fashion Campaigns and Runway

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The Rise of Pan-African Minimalism: Why African Designers Are Embracing Clean Lines Over Maximalism

Peace Eke-Efeme 6/5/26 Peace Eke-Efeme 6/5/26

The Rise of Pan-African Minimalism: Why African Designers Are Embracing Clean Lines Over Maximalism

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African Fashion Loves Drama, but What About Ease?

Precious Akpevba 5/30/26 Precious Akpevba 5/30/26

African Fashion Loves Drama, but What About Ease?

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The Danger of Wearing a Skirt

Precious Akpevba 1/28/26 Precious Akpevba 1/28/26

The Danger of Wearing a Skirt

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