360Creativehub: First Fashion Co-Working Space In Lagos

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”] 360Creative Hub has something really special for fashion entrepreneurs and enthusiasts based in Lagos. Fashion is arguably the next big deal in Nigeria and as such, has seen many entrepreneurs emerge than most special crafts in Nigeria.  Their needs range from machinery to office space where they can work and create, to runways where they can flaunt their creativity.
Real Estate in Lagos can be a business killer hence the need to create a workspace for these bubbly entrepreneurs to express themselves, free from financial inhibition. Space where they can find specific materials for production and a chance at mentoring and professional advice. A space like 360Creative Hub… [/dropcap]
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Cocktails and Dresses: 2nd Edition of Dressmeoutlet.com Exhibition

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”] Dressmeoutlet.com Officially Announces Date for the 2nd Edition of Cocktails and Dresses – Largest Gathering of Made-in-Africa’s Best.
Dressmeoutlet.com is glad to announce the 2nd Edition of ‘Cocktails & Dresses – Largest Gathering of Made-in-Africa’s Best’ is set for Sunday, December 11, 2016 themed “Season’s Greetings: Everything Luxury & Quality Made-In-Africa”. It will be a full-day December Shopping Rave… [/dropcap]
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Highlights from the 3rd Market Place Pop Up

Hello beautiful people, did you miss the 3rd edition of the Market  Place Pop Up organized by The Market Place NG? Don’t worry, as usual we have anticipated your needs and written a highlight of the event just for you.

Many thanks to our partner, Trade Nigeria, for the amazing pictures from the event. Come on, let’s relive the amazing day filled with fun…

The Pop Up Market, professionally organized by The Market Place Nigeria, has been around for a while now. The third edition was held at The Red Carpet Hall, Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria, and bursting with various creative businesses. Africa is indeed talented.

Highlights From The 3rd Market Place Pop Up

Both adults and children had something of interest to buy. There were amazing food and drink stands for all and new music talents showcased their skills. The day was simply terrific.

Bellafricana was fully represented at the Pop Up Market by our team and also our extremely talented verified merchants. Watch out for the Bellafricana Verified props in the pictures.

The category of products displayed ranged from fashion items to hair and skincare products. Home decor wasn’t left out also.

Pictures from the 3rd Edition of The Market Place Pop Up

Here are some of the amazing people that graced the Pop Up Market.

Highlights From The 3rd Market Place Pop Up

Addict by Pawprint

Beautifully Nappy

Bliss African Fashion

MyImani

The Potters Signature

Ty Tys Design

If you have never been to any of the Pop Up market organized by The Market Place NG, get ready to be amazed as there is a 4th edition in the works. And rumour has it Abuja is the next destination.

Exciting, isn’t it? If you are recident in Abuja and know of venues that have both indoor and outdoor facility that can accommodate up to 100 vendors, kindly share in the comment box below or send as an email to the organizers at  [email protected]

Take a look at what went down at the 2nd edition of the Pop of Market HERE.

Did you know Bellafricana Verified merchants got a 10% discount to display at the Pop Up Market? Yes they did!

Our partners, the amazing organizers of The Market Place Pop Up extended a 10% discount to all Bellaficana verified vendors.

Highlights From The 3rd Market Place Pop Up

You too can get awesome discounts like our Bellafricana Verified vendors. You can also learnt about exhibitions and markets coming to your target audience. Why not get your brand verified today, goto www.bellafricana.com/get-verified/ or call us on +2348086363970.

We will be happy to hear from you, we are always proud to see Africans growing a strong business passionately. Still want to know more about what it means to be Bellafricana Verified? Visit this link

GTBank Fashion Weekend: Shop, Learn, Be Awed!

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”] If you’re a lover of fashion you will be excited to learn about the grand fashion weekend event GTBank is organizing. GTBank is also known as Gaurantee Trust Bank or simply as GTB, is a commercial bank in Nigeria.
They have planned a Fashion Weekend that promises to be highly exciting. This event boasts to bring under one roof, the most promising, talented and recognised fashion designers, brands and retail enterprises from across Nigeria and abroad… [/dropcap]
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Meet The Founders Of Always Me | Exclusive Interview

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”] When you meet genuinely patriotic Nigerians such as the Founders of Always Me, you just can’t help but share the awesome discovery with the world.
In this post, I’d like you to meet Nkemdilim, Ijeoma and Ashim, founders of Always Me by Anne Li. These ladies are not just beautiful, they are interestingly energetic creative ladies, that have mixed their love for children and their passion for the Nigerian identity to put our beautiful country on the map to be known for quality handmade products. Let’s meet them… [/dropcap]
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You Are Invited! Labor Day Pop Up in Houston Texas

Hello beautiful people, a good Labor Day Pop Up is an amazing way to celebrate the holidays, right? Are you in Houston Texas this coming Labor day holiday?

Bellafricana, Laura Uju and Intellectual Nigerians in collaboration with Tamris and Misty’s Beauty Bar have got something great planned for you.

As the summer is slowly drawing to an end, take this time out to indulge yourself in some good shopping. There will be top quality products available for purchase at very reasonable prices.

The Ultimate Labor Day Pop Up

Yes, this is indeed a one of a kind labor day pop up. First, there will be cool giveaways to the first ten (10)  lucky people to arrive at the venue.

Also, you will find various interestingly creative collection of Afrocentric handmade products. Some of which are bags, vintage Aso Oke ties, home accessories made from quality African fabrics, dresses, turbans, human hair among other things.

The pop up will be holding on Sunday, September 4th, 2016, from 4pm – 10pm at 801 Studewood St Houston, TX 77007. Drinks will be served in a lovely atmosphere for shopping, mingling and networking.

Be generous, come along with a friend or two, you can also tell your family about this. And don’t forget the giveaway to be won by the first 10 people to arrive.

For more enquiries, call Bukky on (469) 834-4891 or WhatsApp 08184457403

Below, are pictures of some of the products you can expect to find the Labor day pop up;

Labor Day Pop Up hosted by Bellafricana, Laura Uju and more in Houston Texas

Labor Day Pop Up hosted by Bellafricana, Laura Uju and more in Houston Texas

Labor Day Pop Up hosted by Bellafricana, Laura Uju and more in Houston Texas

Labor Day Pop Up hosted by Bellafricana, Laura Uju and more in Houston Texas

Labor Day Pop Up hosted by Bellafricana, Laura Uju and more in Houston Texas

Labor Day Pop Up hosted by Bellafricana, Laura Uju and more in Houston Texas

Labor Day Pop Up hosted by Bellafricana, Laura Uju and more in Houston Texas

Labor Day Pop Up hosted by Bellafricana, Laura Uju and more in Houston Texas

Labor Day Pop Up hosted by Bellafricana, Laura Uju and more in Houston Texas

Bags Photo Credit: Trade Nigeria

Labor Day Pop Up hosted by Bellafricana, Laura Uju and more in Houston Texas

Labor Day Pop Up hosted by Bellafricana, Laura Uju and more in Houston Texas

Labor Day Pop Up hosted by Bellafricana, Laura Uju and more in Houston Texas

Date: Sunday, September 4th, 2016
Time: 4pm – 10pm
Venue: 801 Studewood St Houston, TX 77007

The Hosts: BellafricanaLaura Uju and Intellectual Nigerians in collaboration with Tamris and Misty’s Beauty Bar

You Are Invited! Labor Day Pop Up in Houston Texas

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”] Hello beautiful people, a good Labor Day Pop Up is an amazing way to celebrate the holidays, right? Are you in Houston Texas this coming Labor day holiday?
Bellafricana, Laura Uju and Intellectual Nigerians in collaboration with Tamris and Misty’s Beauty Bar have got something great planned for you.
As the summer is slowly drawing to an end, take this time out to indulge yourself in some good shopping. There will be top quality products available for purchase at very reasonable prices… [/dropcap]
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Highlights from the 3rd Market Place Pop Up

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”] Hello beautiful people, did you miss the 3rd edition of the Market  Place Pop Up organized by The Market Place NG? Don’t worry, as usual we have anticipated your needs and written a highlight of the event just for you.
Many thanks to our partner, Trade Nigeria, for the amazing pictures from the event. Come on, let’s relive the amazing day filled with fun… [/dropcap]
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Dressmeoulet.com Unveils 2016 Lookbook

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”] Classy and all African is the perfect word for Dressmeoulet.com 2016 Lookbook! The online store unveils their new campaign photos featuring CNN presenter Keturah King in their 2016 Lookbook, claiming their spot as Africa’s number 1 fashion online retailer. Let’s find read more… [/dropcap]
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Event: The Nigerian Student Fashion and Design Week

All the student fashionistas in the house say Yay, it’s event time!!

Here’s an event that will surely get you excited. The Nigerian Student Fashion and Design Week is here again. And this fourth edition will be bigger and better than ever before.

This is the season for Fashion Events and students are not left out. The Nigerian Students Fashion & Design Week is an arm of the AFWN designed especially for students.

Event : Nigerian Student Fashion and Design Week 2016

 

Event: Nigerian Student Fashion and Design Week 2016

This event is the biggest of its kind in Africa where students with fashion and design skills get a platform to showcase their work. The Nigerian Student Fashion and Design Week provide young creative fashion designers from various higher institutions across Nigeria an avenue to network and learn.

 

We are looking forward to seeing more creative talents in this year’s show. Just yesterday, the organizers announced Zaron Cosmetics as their official makeup partner for this year’s edition.

They are calling on students interested in modelling for the event to come for model casting on the 9th of July.

Event : Nigerian Student Fashion and Design Week 2016

Many success stories of emerging fashion designers in Nigeria can be traced back to The Nigerian Student Fashion & Design Week. And they don’t get there by luck, key-role players in the Nigerian fashion industry judge the designs showcased.

Judges from the last edition are, Ejiro Amos-Tafiri, Tewa Onasanya, Kola Kuddus, and Onome Fasan as judges for the showcase.

 

The winners from last year’s edition of the event are;

Hauwa Liman from Bayero University Kano who emerged as the most creative designer,

Joy Marie from the Open University who made the 1st runner-up position and

Seun Morafa a student of the University of Lagos made the 2nd runner-up postion.

Event : Nigerian Student Fashion and Design Week 2015 Winner
Hauwa Liman from Bayero University Kano NSFDW2015 most creative designer

 

Event : Nigerian Student Fashion and Design Week 2014 Winner
Vovwe Omoko NSFDW2014 most creative designer

A set of judges will be placed on ground to select the most creative designers to take home amazing prizes in this 4th edition of the event.

Budding student fashionistas are encouraged to apply on Nigerian Student Fashion and Design Week website .

 

Event : Nigerian Student Fashion and Design Week 2016

This year’s event  has been announced as 12th and 13th of August. Student designers that will be showcasing at the Nigerian Student Fashion and Design Week 2016 are; Needlepoint, Mzfashionista, Native Spirit, Ripped, Ashillarozae, V’macdel among others.

Think you’ve got what it takes to contest for the most creative designer? Visit their website and register.

 

What fashion event do you think still need to be created in Nigeria or Africa? Let’s hear from you.

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