A K W I Y A H

I was beyond excited to have the opportunity to work with Vlisco fabrics. Vlisco is the premier African fabric producer so this is obviously beyond major!

The Dashiki is so popular now and as an African, that makes me proud. But first just a little history about the original design that all began with Vlisco.

The Dashiki design, also known as Angelina, was inspired by 19th century Ethiopian tunics. The design was created 50 years by Toon van de Manakker for Vlisco; it is a true Original Vlisco design.

Vlisco just launched the Dashiki in a brand new colors and I got to design three outfits using the new light blue hue. This was such an exciting process especially with an iconic design. Over the next week I will be uploading different looks.

I'm beyond excited to share the first look with you! This is a sexy outfit that I will definitely be wearing to parties this festive season. Check out Vlisco for my interview with them!

Black Jumpsuit: Forever21 | Necklace: Forever21 | Shoes: GoJane

This was a shoot I did a couple weeks ago. It almost did not make it. I was so conflicted with my poses for this shoot. It is definitely one of those - you're not a model you're a blogger - internal conflicts. Like - what am I doing with my face in these shots ?!

But any way if I've got to be able to laugh at myself so enjoy the shots! :)

Detachable Bow

I've also been sick for a while which has led me to neglect my blog - but I am back!

I originally made a post with this dress when I wore it to a wedding sometime during summer. It is to date one of my favorites I've designed.


Enjoy these new shots :)

This dress is one of the first five pieces of clothing I designed and uploaded on Instagram. That was almost 6 months ago. It was never my intention to start a fashion blog where I designed my own clothes. Everyone in Ghana takes their clothes to a seamstress or tailor to sew something for them. Starting my own blog and sharing my ideas on here gave me the excuse to explore and  create. It is as simple as that ... I just enjoy creating. Whether it is custom made or purchased from a retailer...I just love putting different ideas together.

In a short six months it has opened up a well of happiness and joy ... I'm allowed to wander fearlessly when it comes to my style.

And I appreciate every single view I get on here - It's amazing to see people from Israel, Canada, Italy, Kenya, Brazil, UK, Netherlands, etc...

To All of you -Hi - Thank you for the support! Every time I see views from a new country it honestly makes my heart smile. Please stick around because there are bigger and better things on the horizon.

So here's a cheers to taking a 'Plunge' into the deep ;) (Yes I'm Cheesy)

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