This exhibition explored the experiences of several generations of fashion designers of African descent from the 1950s to the present
Georges Hobeika The celebrated designer, whose bright and exquisite couture designs are often donned by Middle Eastern royals and celebrities like Aishwarya Rai, chose colourful and evocative patterns inspired by nature, paisleys, ruffles, generous pleats, large buttons, sparkling crystals, decorative cuffs and fine shaped collars to help decorate the pieces
Willowby Arlo Gown Show off your summer tan in this sultry gown
The hand beaded, drawstring, off the shoulder neck line leads to the custom picked Venise lace ruffle around the collar
The gown featured a train and cape covered in silver gems and metallic threads, Elle Magazine reported
My favourite designer will always be Ralph Lauren, but to see a young and emerging brand like Adam Kimmel define an era, and still be equally timeless, will always be inspiring