First ever ‘Africa Fashion’ exhibition opens in UK

Objects, sketches, photos and film from across the continent are displayed in London’s first exhibition dedicated to African fashion.

UK’s most extensive exhibition of African fashion is set to open in London, showcasing designers past and present, as well as the continent’s diverse heritage and cultures.

“Africa Fashion”, at the Victoria and Albert (V&A) Museum from Saturday, is also the country’s first exhibition dedicated to the medium.

Included in the exhibition are objects, sketches, photos and film from across the continent, starting from the African liberation years in the 1950s to 1980s to up-and-coming contemporary designers. Read more »