Africa seems to constantly leave her imprints internationally. With the great deal of work that goes into sourcing for global recognition, this Africa rising photo shoot by models.com is definitely more than a few steps in the right direction.
The shoot inspired by the just concluded 2015 Lagos Fashion & Design week, where models.com were present to view the showcase of 70 African designers interpret their vision for Spring Summer 2016, it is believed that they were beyond impressed with the continent’s showcase and for that reason a few designers were chosen to be spotlighted upon.
The Africa Rising shoot starred South Sudanese model, Ajak Deng and Angolan model Maria Borges who were believed to project the African heritage. Styled by Solange Franklin and through the lense of Ed Singleton, the exclusive shoot featured outfits from the following designers, Almasika, Bridget Awosika, Brother Vellies, Grey, Kenneth Ize, Loza Maleombho, Meena, Needle & Thread, Nkwo, Nomad Vintage NYC, Omer Asim, Omodi, Orange Culture, Osei Duro, Post Imperial, Re Bahia, Richard Braqo, Third Crown, Tree Fairfax, Tsemaye Binite, Sophie Zinga, & Washington Roberts.
On Maria – Top: Washington Roberts, Pants: Tsemaye Binitie, Shoes: Brother Vellies, Earrings, Dog Tag Necklace, Choker, Bracelets on right hand: Third Crown, Silver Bracelet on left hand : Almasika | On Ajak – Jumpsuit: Tsemaye Binitie, Shoes: Brother Vellies, Choker: Needle & Thræd, Earrings and bracelets: Third Crown, Vintage Glasses: Linda DerectorOn Maria: Coat: Omondi, Pants: Orange Culture, Shoes: Shem Paronelli Studios for Kenneth Ize, Vintage Sunglasses: Christian Dior, Earrings: Third Crown | On Ajak – Coat: Omondi, Pants: Washington Roberts, Shoes: Brother Vellies, Vintage Glasses: Linda DerectorTop & Skirt: Re’, Shoes: Brother Vellies, Green Waist Bag: Tree Fairfax for Orange Culture, Fringed Bag: Nomad Vintage NYC, Necklace: Vintage Sunglasses: VintageShirt worn as dress: Kenneth Ize, Shoes: Brother Vellies, Vintage Glasses: Linda Derector, Choker: Needle & Thræd, Necklace: Azubike Ononye for Orange CultureOn Maria: Top: Bridget Awosika, Pants: Re’, Shoes: Loza Maleombho | On Ajak: Top: Bridget Awosika, Pants: Orange Culture, Shoes: Loza MaleombhoDress: Omer Asim, Shoes: Richard Braqo, Necklace:Osei Duro, Cuffs: AlmasikaDress: GREY, Shoes: Shem Paronelli Studios for Kenneth Ize Related posts:Jumpsuit: Meena, Shoes: Brother Vellies, Bags: Tree Fairfax, Vintage Glasses: Linda Derector, Choker: Needle & Thræd, Neckerchief: Post-ImperialDress: Washington Roberts, Shoes: Brother Vellies, Ribbon choker: MOKUBA, Necklace: Vintage, Bag: Nomad Vintage NYCJumpsuit: Tsemaye Binitie, Choker: Needle & Thræd, Earrings and bracelets: Third Crown, Vintage Glasses: Linda DerectorOn Ajak – Couture Wrap: Nkwo, Top: Sophie Zinga, Pants: Omondi Choker: Needle & Thræd | On Maria – Top: Loza Maleombho, Pants: Omondi, Choker
