Category: Fashion
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With little to no surprise, this year’s GUAP Gala was graced with an array of vibrant, unique and innovative hairstyles all of which captured guests’ individuality and personal interpretations of the Cosmic Dreams theme. Here is our list of some of our favourite hairstyles of the night. Tinea Taylor Starting off strong we have Tinea…
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Last night GUAP celebrated its second annual GUAP Gala event in London. Like last year, the celebration represents what GUAP stands for: the celebration and platforming of the unsung heroes of the creative industry. As guests arrived at the iconic venue: Natural History Museum, they were greeted with live music from Edward Adeshina on the…
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What a night! The 2023 GUAP Gala was nothing short of cosmic excellence, with a star-studded turnout that pulled out all the stops in jaw-dropping, otherworldy outfits. A massive thank you to our sponsors; headline sponsor Lionsgate+; Category sponsors adidas, WhatsApp, Instagram; official Media Partner BBC 1xtra; and after party sponsor Chivas Regal. So, what…
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Tonight to celebrate creative excellence, GUAP has invited over 400 creative minds to the second annual GUAP Gala. Once again held at the iconic Natural History Museum, this year hosted by Remi Burgz and Munya Chawawa. It will be a great evening featuring awards in 19 categories, dancing and great vibes. The gala serves as…
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In the vibrant world of emerging fashion, one name that’s been making waves and capturing hearts is Tora Lily. This budding fashion brand is the brainchild of Tiger Lily, who embarked on her fashion odyssey in 2021, fueled by her passion for design and a background in graphic arts. Her designs are a testament to…
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Last week, under the glittering chandeliers of the Royal Opera House, YouTube threw a star-studded celebration; the Youtube Legacy Party, marking 50 years of hip-hop. The event, put together by Sheniece Charway, was an ode to a genre that has not only shaped our playlists but also our culture. As the beats reverberated through the…
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Following a successful celebration of African Fashion in August 2022, V&A and GUAP collaborated once again to curate an evening of celebration, collaboration and education, but this time celebrating 75 years of Windrush. Photo by Tolu Elusadé It’s been 75 years since Caribbean communities from across its islands sailed into London’s embrace. A journey that ignited a…
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Ghanaian-based streetwear brand SUBWAE has once again captivated the fashion world with their latest collection, “Accra Landscape.” Rooted in the heart of Ghana, this unisex collection resonates with a profound appreciation for negative space architecture, the artistic realm, and the local surroundings that have influenced every stitch and fold. Launched in 2018, Christopher Akpo’s SUBWAE…
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On Sunday GRM Daily held their fourth annual GRM Gala celebrating black excellence within the UK entertainment industry. Beyond an opportunity to have a good time with music, drinks and great vibes; the Gala also serves as time for a social media storm of fashion critique. This year GRM encouraged their guests to dress “bold,…
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What if we told you that your true hair colour could be determined by your essence? That Naomi Campbell and Asap Rocky are blondes? If you ignore race and natural hair colour, would you categorise yourself as a blonde, brunette or red head? Back in April, pop culture observer Alegría shared a completely new perspective…