Afrikanista Reading Picks
Delve into the reading choices of fashion brand owners, uncovering the books that fuel their creativity and inspire their designs.
In the world of fashion, trends may come and go with each season, but there is one timeless accessory that never goes out of style: a good book.As fashion enthusiasts, we know that the runway is not the only place where inspiration can be found. The pages of a well-written novel, an insightful memoir, or a thought-provoking essay can be just as influential in shaping the creative minds of those who lead the industry.In our pursuit of inspiration and insight, we reached out to fashion brand owners and asked them a simple yet revealing question: "What are you reading right now?".
AFRIKANISTA
Afrikanista is a ready-to-wear brand that values African cultures and celebrates cultural diversity.
The brand revolves around four themes: African photography, proverbs, immigration and the Funky Diva spirit through shoulder pads that connote a woman confident in her style and who makes her singularity a strength.
It's an ode to the beauty of the African woman through her beauty and aesthetics.
A seminal work that challenges Eurocentric narratives about African history and civilization. Published in 1954, the book argues that ancient Egypt (Kemet) was a Black African civilization and that the cultural and intellectual achievements of ancient Egyptians were foundational to later Western and global civilizations.
