September 2019
The month of September marks the start of the academic year, the 'official' end of summer and the start of longer nights. Summer peaks in once in a while to let you know it's not all bad and she will be back in a few months.
Here is our September hit list of events.
Boris Nzebo at Jack Bell Gallery
6th - 20th September
They say 7 is a lucky number and that may well be the case for Boris Nzebo with his 7th exhibition taking place at the Jack Bell gallery. A self-taught painter, Nzebo was born in Gabon but later moved to Cameroon, Douala where he developed his craft as an artist.
Aside from Jack Bell Gallery, his work has been presented at the Saatchi Gallery in London, Ifa Gallery Berlin, Maison Revue Noire, Paris and across various cities in Cameroon
His approach to contemporary graphic realism incorporates city scapes and city scenes with strong influences from Douala culture. Nzebo’s mesh of culture, graphic realism with vibrant colour are a visual playground and worth visiting this September.
Africa Utopia
13th -15th September
In partnership with IndabaX, Africa Utopia will be happening once again at the SouthBank Centre showcasing black excellence across the world. As always, there will be a series of talks, exhibitions, workshops with some new additions from the IndabaX team.
The line-up this year includes author of Welcome to Lagos Chibundu Onuzo, fashion powerhouse Ozwald Boateng, cultural historian Patrick Vernon OBE and Afrobeat sensation Davido to name a few.
The celebratory aspect of Africa Utopia at the Southbank Centre is worth the visit alone and with this collaboration with IndabaX, it will definitely be a dynamic festive experience.
More details here
Fashion Africa Conference
9th- 10th September
Hosted by Jaqueline Shaw, director of African Fashion guide, the Fashion Africa Conference will bring together industry leaders and profession to discuss African fashion products and its relevance in the modern retail space. For the 9th edition of the Fashion Africa Conference, the theme is ‘Shift Your Supply’. The aim of the conference this year is to educate buyers and designers on the scope of manufacturing in Africa.
More details here
Lagos Fashion Week SS20 Presentation in Paris
Date: 27th - 30th September
Time: 9:30am - 7pm
Location: Rue du Bourg Tilbourg, Paris
Time: 9:30am - 7pm
Location: Rue du Bourg Tilbourg, Paris
Gather round dear lovers of African fashion. Some exciting news to add to your September calendar. That's right, we're going to Pareeeee!!!
If like many, you are unlikely to attend Lagos fashion week (through no fault of your own), fear not as they're coming to you (well close)!
The SS20 collections from some of your favourite African designers will be showcased at Galerie Sakura, in collaboration with ITC she trades once again.
Brands will include Maki Oh, Christie Brown, Zashadu and IamIsigo.
If like many, you are unlikely to attend Lagos fashion week (through no fault of your own), fear not as they're coming to you (well close)!
The SS20 collections from some of your favourite African designers will be showcased at Galerie Sakura, in collaboration with ITC she trades once again.
Brands will include Maki Oh, Christie Brown, Zashadu and IamIsigo.
Date: 27th - 30th September
Time: 9:30am - 7pm
Location: Rue du Bourg Tilbourg, Paris
To RSVP, please email: showroom[at]stylehousefiles.com