Mustafa Hassanali during grand finale with showstopper Tanzania model based in sweden Michel jeng.
Mustafa Hassanali to
unveil the ‘Afrikalos’ collection in Lagos, Nigeria
Second time for Mustafa Hassanali to showcase in Arise
Magazine Fashion Week.
The renowned
pan African designer, Mustafa Hassanali, is among 77
fashion designers from six continents of the world who are expected to
participate in showcasing their collection in Arise Magazine
Fashion Week (AMFW) in Lagos, Nigeria to be held from
6th -11th March-2012.
Mustafa Hassanali is the sole Fashion
Designer from Tanzania who is expected to participate in this Fashion Week,
which continues to acquire popularity in Africa and the world at large, by
unveiling his new collection aptly named “Afrikalos”.
“The name of my collection Afrikalos is
derived from two words, “Afri” shortened version of Africa and “kalos” is Greek
word which means beauty. Afrikalos has been inspired by the sight, sounds,
rhythm, vibrancy and vivaciousness which truly defined the beauty of our
motherland, Africa. The inspiration or chaotic Colour coordination and
amalgamation of various textures of fabric and prints, which defines exotic
meets eclectic version of innovation that is truly in motion.” Said Mustafa
Hassanali.
Having shown in 12 Different African
countries, and visited over 15, Mustafa Hassanali shall pay a timeless tribute
to the nations that have hosted and nurtured his passion for fashion in
Africa
This is the second time in a row for
Mustafa Hassanali to be the only designer from Tanzania to be invited to the
Arise Magazine Fashion Week to unveil his collection.
“I feel so proud and excited to be
part of this great African Event for the second time, this shows how our
creativity is accepted and growing in every part of Africa. I would like to
thank the Arise Magazine team and Mr. Nduka Obaigbena for believing in me. As
Mustafa Hassanali brand, this year we have evolved and re-energized our
collection with pomp and pageantry”. Concluded Hassanali
This year AMFW will be held in the
best and popular luxury hotel, Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos Nigeria,
from 6th-11th March
2012. This
follows those of last year which were witnessed by more than 5,000 visitors, who
watched creations from 51 designers.
Arise magazine Fashion week is Mustafa
Hassanali second international showcase in the first quarter of 2012 after
Bangalore Fashion week in first week of February this
year.