The Afri Art Fashion Show 2023 was a major fashion show showcasing cultural diversity held on 15 July 2023 at MOTIV in Bugolobi, Kampala, Uganda under the theme "Travel Through Fashion (The Battle Against Vitiligo Stigma).[1]
The event celebrated African creativity by bringing together local artists, designers, and cultural enthusiasts for a day of art exhibitions, fashion presentations, and cultural performances.[2] In 2023, Ms Nalwoga Cerinah, used the show as a platform fight stigma against vitiligo.[3]
Event Highlights
Ellen B. Masi, a diplomat and Public Affairs Officer at the US Embassy, attended as Guest of Honor, pledging her support for Ugandan creatives[4] by reinforcing the connection between traditional African art forms and contemporary fashion, the 2023 show contributed to the growing recognition of Uganda as a center for cultural innovation.[5] The event not only highlighted the importance of preserving cultural heritage but also demonstrated the potential for local artists and designers to influence global fashion trends. Its success paved the way for future editions, reinforcing the Afri Art and Fashion Show as a must-attend annual event in the African cultural calendar.
A model with Vitiligo on the runway at the 2023 Afri Art Fashion Show
List of Afri Art Fashion Show Designers
The following is a list of Afri Art Fashion Show designers that showcased during the 2023 Edition.
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