Miss Universe 2019: A Look at the African-Inspired National Costumes
A look at costumes from within and without Africa which had African inspirations.
Proudly South African design team behind Miss Universe dress
Newly crowned Miss Universe, Zozibini Tunzi, wowed audiences worldwide on Sunday with her beauty, intelligence, elegance and of course, that dress.
Nick Cave, an epic show that will feed your soul
Mere words on a page cannot prepare you for the first sight of this multi-layered show through the double doors of Tramway’s main space.
5 Reasons Why Ghanaian Women Wear Waist Beads
Waist beads are a traditional African accessory that consist of small glass beads on a string or wire worn around the waist or hips. They come in different colors and shapes and may also include decorative stones, crystals, or charms.
Intricate Beadwork Adorns Handmade Mardi Gras Suits by Demond Melancon
For the past three decades, Louisiana-based artist Demond Melancon has created highly detailed Mardi Gras Indian suits using millions of hand-sewn small glass beads. Each suit takes several months to create and features custom patches that tell stories about African and American history.
Bead designer embraces her heritage
Designing wrist bracelets for school learners in her community of Orlando West near Johannesburg led to Nokulunga Tonela (30) opening her own business – Luya Creations, which designs African beaded jewellery.
For Fatu Gbedema, jewelry is more than adornment
Fatu Gbedema sat in the lobby at the Pegasus Hotel attired in her colourful African print accessorized by her beaded bracelets, ring and earrings; hers because she made them.
African jewellery designers that celebrate SA’s heritage
Iziqhaza were worn in the olden days to differentiate Zulus from other tribes and as a symbol of pride. To stand out, Griffiths has taken the Iziqhaza concept and modified it to make it more sophisticated.
Understated elegance— Chondon Jewellery Exhibition
As Star Lifestyle enters into the last quarter of the year, running strong on promoting all things local; #deshialways, Chondon marks its 10-year celebration of its jewellery line with an exhibition, held from 19-21 September, at their very own showroom.
Beauty of the arts
Tourism in Ghana has rocketed beyond the borders of the country to the rest of the world. Fused with creativity, the tourism industry cuts across many things. From music, dance,...