it in however they see fit. africa has been shaped by diverse histories, cultural positions and influences. these have also served to create an exciting contemporary fashion scene which is as dynamic and eclectic as the confident itself. this ever evolving creative scene and booming fashion industry has inspired a landmark exhibition at the victoria and albert museum in london. highlighting this explosion of creativity, while celebrating the designers, the ingenuity, and the unstoppable global impact of african culture, music and fashion. dr christine checinska is the curator in charge of the show. she and her team have dedicated the last two years to discovering the key creatives, stories and historical legacy of african fashions. 50 christine, i know we caught you in the middle of installing the exhibition. what is your ambition for the show? the ambition for the show is really to give a platform for these wonderful creatives on the continent to showcase their work in the w
A new exhibit at Victoria and Albert Museum corrects the misperception that high fashion belongs to Western designers. The fierce garments attest to the motto of a Ghanaian: "West is not always best."
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