What does it really mean to be independent? The google definition for independence is ‘the fact or state of being independent’. For me, that is such a vague answer, but then again different people have different interpretations of what they…
Nigerian fashion designer, Eki Orleans and her rainbow prints
Hazel Eki Aggrey-Orleans, a German Born Nigerian Citizen, is the renowned award-winning designer and founder of fashion design house Eki-Orleans based in London. Her diverse interactions with different cultural spheres inspired her aesthetic designs.
AFRICA’S MONA LISA SMASHES WORLD RECORD AT BONHAMS AFRICA NOW SALE IN LONDON
Tutu, a long-lost portrait by Ben Enwonwu of the Ife royal princess Adetutu Ademiluyi – described by Booker Prize winning Nigerian novelist, Ben Okri as Africa’s Mona Lisa – set a new world record for the artist’s work at auction,…
Lux Afrique celebrates Nigeria Independence Day
In celebration of the 57th year of Nigeria’s Independence, Lux Afrique in association with Chopard & First Bank hosted a special dinner at the Claridge’s hotel in Mayfair on Sunday 1st of October 2017. The event was also covered by…
Lux Afrique celebrates Nigeria’s Independence Day with Chopard & First Bank
In celebration of the 57th year of Nigeria’s Independence, Lux Afrique in association with Chopard & First Bank hosted a special dinner at the Claridge’s hotel in Mayfair on Sunday 1st of October 2017. Celebrating Nigeria’s Independence Day The evening began…
Top 10 Nigerian Fashion Designers Taking The World By Storm
Nigerian fashion designers are at the forefront of fashion and threatening to dominate the global scene… The moment that has been predicted for well over a past decade is finally here: Africa has emerged as the breakthrough continent currently when…
Kenzo Mounts Pop-up Exhibition at London Store – Unity is Strength
Following the launch of its first quarterly ‘zine KenzoFolio, Kenzo has exclusively displayed an exhibition and pop-up space presenting a selection the zines editorials and moving images housed in Kenzo’s Mayfair store on Bruton Street, the exhibition is titled “Gidi gidi bu ugwu eze” —…
56th Nigerian Independence Dinner
By permission of the speaker, Lux Afrique founder Alexander Amosu hosted the coveted intimate event to celebrate the 56th Nigerian Independence Day in the House of Commons. This Black tie and traditional event which saw the accolades of Nigerians both…
HIGHLIGHT FROM CAESAR COUTURE AT AFWL
Wrapping up its sixth year, the African Fashion Week London (AFWL ) has progressed in terms of structure and portfolio of designers who presented. Launched in 2011, the pre-London Fashion Week (LFW), the two day event, has become a staple…
Looking back at Noir Lover by Adele Dejak
Themed Noir Lover, was the event by accessories designer Adele Dejak held in London, UK. Noir Lover begun in Nairobi, Kenya where she is based and creates her magic in her workshop. The campaign travelled to London for the exhibition…