The new Vlisco collection, “Dazzling Graphics” has been released and is everything you can expect from the Dutch fabric manufacturers – bold, energetic, and futuristic. Vibrant blues and yellows complemented by stunning pinks and greens leave even the most brazen fashion addicts inspired. The outspoken patterns, with their three dimensional characteristics, are sure to make […]
Designer Spotlight: A Conversation with Sarah Jassir
Sarah Jassir’s beautiful career proves that our mothers are more than just our champions; they are also our best mentors. Sarah grew up watching her mother make exquisite gowns for her clients, and began her journey as a designer at the amazingly young age of 13! Whimsy, femininity and grace are just a few words […]
Designer Spotlight: Danielle Cicero
Let’s face it: a young, vibrant woman of color in the bridal industry is difficult to find. When she’s a designer of bridal wear, she is truly a needle in a haystack. That’s why we’re so excited to introduce Danielle Martin-Cicero and the Danielle Cicero brand. Incredibly precocious, Danielle knew fashion was her mission before […]
Bridal Fashion: Vera Wang S2012 Collection
The new Vera Wang 2012 Bridal Collection is nothing short of extraordinary and everything you can possibly imagine from Vera…dreamy, whimsical, romantic, and avant garde all wrapped up in one mind-blowing collection. This season, she introduces several colored gowns, including pale pink, celadon, charcoal, and pale nude. Check out the collection and tell us […]
Fashion Friday Feature: Anita Quansah London
Fashion Friday: Anita Quansah London Ghanaian/Nigerian designer Anita Quansah London’s handmade jewelry collection first caught my attention when Keisha Buchanan was photographed in a statement neckpiece at Naomi Campbell’s Fashion for Relief store launch in London. Anita Quansah has gone on to collaborate with Nigerian fashion labels Eki Orleans and Jewel by Lisa for their […]
African Fashion Friday Spotlight: Zed-Eye Tribal Romance Revisited Volume 2
Welcome to another fabulous edition of Fashion Fridays. Today, the focus is on upcoming fashion label, Zed-Eye! New Spring/Summer 2011 apparel fresh from the runway has been added to Independent African fashion boutique, Agnes & Lola. One item in particular caught my attention. It was this blue wrap dress designed by Zed Eye with the […]
Fashion Friday: Virgos Lounge Peacock Collection
Prepare to fall in love with Virgos Lounge’s latest collection named Peacock. This collection was designed by three UK-based virgos Fioye Akinsola, Oyeyemi Wemi-Akinsola and Nike Ajanaku who started Virgos Lounge in 2008. With the support of their main go-to model, Omowunmi Gbadamosi, and fans worldwide, Virgos Lounge has been embraced warmly throughout the African fashion […]
New Collection: Isaac Mizrahi for The Aisle New York
The Aisle New York, premiere New York-based e-commerce website specializing in bridal and weddings, announced on March 28, 2011, that they have partnered exclusively with renowned designer, Isaac Mizrahi. The designer will offer a collection of bridal gowns called Isaac Mizrahi for The Aisle New York for members of the website for a period of […]
Vlisco Ankara Fashion: Nouvelle Histoire
Introducing Fashion Fridays Every Friday stop by the Munaluchi blog to see what the fashion highlight will be. You’ll still get fashion throughout the week, but just know that Fridays are dedicated to all things fashion. Today’s fashion feature is on African fashion. We are always thrilled when we receive the latest Vlisco collections to […]
Vera Wang for Davids Bridal launches February 11th
Since Vera Wang’s announcement of her collaboration with Davids Bridal, everyone has been anxious to see what the affordable line will look like. Davids Bridal recently revealed images of the White Collection on their website. Here are some images from the Davids Bridal website. Take a look and tell us what you think. Prices for […]
Amsale Fall 2011 Collection + CNN African Voices Interview
Ethiopian-born Amsale Aberra got her start in the bridal industry while planning her own wedding. Frustrated with the lack of simple and classy gowns, she was left to design her own wedding gown…and from there, Amsale was born. Today, over two decades after she began her bridal line, Amsale’s creations can cost you thousands of […]
Wedding Inspiration: Sashes and Bows
Sashes and bows, bows and sashes… can make for the cutest embellishments for your wedding gown and hair accessories. We’ve got a selection of some of our favorite to-die-for wedding dresses … sash and bow embellishments included. What’s so good about a sash? They’re a great way to add color to your gown, or even […]