From Abidjan to International Runways: The Ivorian Fashion Revolution

Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: July 17, 2026Country: Côte d'Ivoire

Culture & Entertainment

From Abidjan to International Runways: The Ivorian Fashion Revolution

Long considered a consumer market, Ivory Coast is now asserting itself as a fashion creation hub in Africa. Designers based in Abidjan, such as Loza Maléombho, Elie Kuame, and Ibrahim Fernandez, attract international clients with creations that blend artisan know-how, local materials, and contemporary aesthetics, while refusing to relocate. Loza Maléombho gained international recognition in 2020 when Beyoncé wore one of her jackets in the music video for 'Already'.

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