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Style, identity and the creative currents moving African fashion forward.

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CultureAug 14

Pattern Language

Pattern Language explores craft and culture — the weavers, dyers and beadworkers keeping heritage techniques alive.

By Front Row Staff

A close-up of intricate beadwork jewelry

CultureAug 14

The Fitting

The Fitting is our style-advice show. Send in a wardrobe question, get a stylist’s honest answer.

By Front Row Staff

Beauty portrait of a woman wearing a gold gele headwrap

CultureAug 14

Thread Count

Thread Count follows the money in African fashion — markets, manufacturing, retail and the deals behind the collections.

By Front Row Staff

Finished leather handbags arranged on a workshop shelf, ready for shipping.

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