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Africa Fashion Week London (AFWL) is Europe’s largest annual African fashion event, founded in 2011 by Queen Ronke Ademiluyi-Ogunwusi.
Event Details
The 14th edition of AFWL will take place on 11th and 12th October 2024 at the Kensington and Chelsea Conference Event Centre in London. The event is part of Black History Month 2024 and promises an exciting showcase of African fashion and culture [1], [2].
Event Highlights
- Over 30 African-heritage vendor brands
- 3 Catwalk showcases featuring top African designers
- Cultural performances and entertainment
- UK Africa Trade Expo discussing African trade, fashion, and heritage [1], [2]
Key Features
- Featuring designers like Mary Martin London and Samson Soboye
- Showcasing sustainable fashion practices
- Marketplace for African fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands
- Black-owned food vendors and signature cocktails [1], [2]
Mission
AFWL is dedicated to promoting and nurturing African and African-inspired design talent. Since its inception, the event has:
- Showcased over 800 emerging designers
- Attracted nearly 70,000 visitors
- Provided a platform for international market exposure
- Supported designers in building sustainable businesses [3]
The event aims to bring awareness to Africa’s burgeoning fashion industry and create opportunities for African designers on the global stage.
Citations
[1] https://diversitybusinesspromotes.uk/welcome-to-africa-fashion-week-london-2024-the-home-of-the-true-fashion-disruptors/
[2] https://www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk/article/listings/region/kingston-upon-thames/africa-fashion-week-london-2024/
[3] https://africafashionweeklondonuk.com/aboutafw/
[4] https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/africa-fashion-week-london-2024-the-best-in-african-fashion-tickets-928090412407
[5] https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/africa-fashion-week-london-8259623456
[6] https://africafashionweeklondonuk.com
[7] https://www.instagram.com/afwlondon/
[8] https://www.facebook.com/Africafwl/?locale=en_GB
