THE CAMEROON COLLECTIVE LEAVE THEIR MARK AT AFWNY 2012

The Cameroon collective performed brilliantly during the panel discussion and runway presentation last week Wednesday and Thursday at the African Fashion Week New York (AFWNY), and ended the week with the opening of a physical showroom known as Made in Camer Boutique.

The Collective originally consisting of four Cameroonian designers Kibonen Nfi of Kibonen New York, Nakuin Kouidou, Haby Diallo, and Mesanga Sama of Mesanga was narrowed down to two due to minor immigration issues, however, a spot has been reserved for those who couldn’t make it, Nakuin and Haby Diallo, for the AFWNY 2013. 

AFWNY’s Cameroon Collective, is a coalition of designers benefiting from one of the programs offered by the Cameroon Fashion Industry common initiative group (CFI) to expose, educate and train local designers to the inner workings of the entire fashion industry on a national and international level. The CFI team was honored to have the renowned French/Cameroonian musicians, Les Nubians, alongside Ghanaian actor John Dumelo, who came out in support of the collective.

It was a wonderful opportunity for me. Some people dream but mine was a reality. I never dreamt I will be showcasing my line in New York at this moment of my life. It all happened so fast and I will like to thank the Cameroon Fashion Industry CIG for this brilliant initiative. I think many designers based in Cameroon should have a chance to experience an opportunity like this. It has modified my view on how to approach the whole fashion business. I am going back to Cameroon and I will definitely be doing bigger and better things. I see great development in the quality of work from Cameroonian designers with the model the CFI has put in place”. Mesanga - Designer & Member CFI. 

“As a designer it is imperative to be able to effectively sell our products. Without the ability to do this we are not in the business of fashion, we probably are just entertaining the audience. Opening up this little boutique is the first step to getting our products out to the public. We are proud to bring this service to our people. With a platform for sales here many more jobs will be created back in Cameroon”. Kibonen Nfi, Co founder CFI.

About Cameroon Fashion Industry

Cameroon Fashion industry was established in 2011 with the aim of developing and exposing their market to the world. Living the philosophy of united we stand, divided we fall, CFI presents a united front, and an organization designed to shield, develop and continuously propel the value of her industry practitioners on a national and international level.

Check out some images from the event below:

A made in Camer moment

Cameroon Fashion Industry CIG team with Adiat Disu of AFWNY

Mesanga & Kaissa Doumbe

USAID, AFWNY & CFI team

IMAGES FOR MESANGA FASHION HOUSE AT AFWNY

IMAGES FOR KIBONEN NEW YORK AT AFWNY

Courtesy of:

EVENT: Africa Fashion Week New York 2012
SPONSORS: Origin Africa, Smart Water, Renarda Joy, Soul Purpose
PRODUCER: Adiree
PHOTOGRAPHER: Avaloni Studios
EXECUTIVE STYLIST: Dupp and Swat
MAKE UP: Renarda Joy
HAIR: Renarda Joy
FOOTWEAR: Susie Sawaya
ACCESSORIES (Assorted): Donna Dove , Nakate, Winnie Burch, Ill La La , MABM, Nadir Tati, Lisa Keating and Fienes Couture

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The girls did us proud. Mesanga Fashion is definitely a label to watch.
Until the next post,

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Dulce
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"E DON TEY" RMX BY C.I. JIZZLE FEAT BLACK TONIC, RUFF X, DENZYL & ONEZEAL

Helloooo DC readers, hope the weekend is going great for all of you. If you are on the European / African side then you should be ready for bed as the new week kick starts in a few hours! For our readers in the US, your day is still in full bloom so while you are still chilling and eating, here is a lil something for you!

There's a new remix circulating with a Cameroonian/Nigerian/South African connection, a banging track we personally love here at DC entitled " E Don Tey" by US born Nigerian rapstar C.I. Jizzle featuring Black Tonic, SA based Cameroonian rapstars Ruff X, Onezeal and afro pop star Denzyl.

The track was shot in SA by Scale Tone Pictures.

Check it out below....enjoy!!!

Stay sweet
Dulce
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NEW MUSIC: ABAKWA FUNK BY WAX DEY FT ONEZEAL

Check out this new track and get a sneek peak into the upcoming album by SA based artist WaxDey.
Enjoy!



Stay sweet
Dulce
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THE CAMEROON COLLECTIVE AT AFRICA FASHION WEEK NEW YORK 2012

The 2012 edition of Africa Fashion Week New York (AFWNY) kicked off yesterday in New York. The event is organised by Adiree; an events and PR company that gives a voice to established as well as emerging fashion brands in the African market.

The event is made up of runway shows as well as brand exhibitions and networking gatherings attended by over 2000 members of the public as well as press and buyers and industry influencers.

This year, there is a Cameroon representation known as the Cameroon Collective. The collective is made up of 4 brands from Cameroon namely; Kibonen | New York, Mesanga Fashion House, Nakuin and Haby Diallo.

Kibonen | New York is the brainchild of Kibonen Nfi, formerly of KiRette Couture. Her womenswear and accessories range is a representation of her North Western roots based on the Toghu.

Mesanga Fashion House is described as "sophisticated cosmopolitan" geared towards young trendy girls and professionals. The collection to be unveiled at AFWNY is called "Liwato la Mezrono" and consists of colourful, turquoise ready to wear pieces. The brand is founded by Mesanga Ikome.

Nakuin by Augustine Kouidou aims to woo the African, European and American market with bold, floral intricacies of her work.

Finally the eponymous brand Haby Diallo will consist of a unique fusion of rich, handmade mud cloth with linen, satin and muslin promoting a sexy twist on a traditional Malian couture.

Catch the Cameroon Collective on Thursday 12 July at Broad Street Ballroom, 41 Broad Street,  New York, NY 10004.

Check out some images below

Kibonen New York

Kibonen New York

Kibonen New York

Nakuin

Nakuin

Mesanga Fashion House

Mesanga Fashion House

For more information, please visit www.afwny.com


Until the next post!
Stay sweet
Dulce
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SIZZLING PROMO IMAGES OF VALENTINE

UK based RnB crooner Valentine recently released some images to be used for the promo of his upcoming debut album "Unbreakable" scheduled for release before the end of this year.

The images show a sexy and sleeker side of this budding star!

Check them out below...

What do you think?
Check out his last single "Usual" here.

Until next time,
Stay sweet
Dulce
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LA GO BY SAMY DIKO

Hello blogsville! There's a track on our playlist that we would like to share with you.

Makossa artist Samy Diko, from Petit Pays' squad has been missing on the scene for a while but it seems he is finally here with a new track entitled "La Go" featuring DJ Yayouss. A new album also entitled "Diko" seems to be on the cards for this month.

"La Go" is definitely a club banger and we foresee this track being a favourite across the dancefloors in Cameroon and abroad. The video direction could've been better! Next time Samy, contact February 16th!!

"Tout le monde débout, les choses vont se gatés! La go si, moi je te veux..."

Allez...enjoy!!



Stay sweet
Dulce
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DULCE CAMER FRIDAY DANCE TCHUUNE

Hey hey hey, DC lovers!! Sorry for the small silence...hope you missed our regular posts!! So here we are, we are back and what better way to kick this than with some music! Yep! That's how we do!!

Today is Friday as you know, and the regular here on DC is that we kick off the weekend with some tchune for your listening/dancing pleasure. For those who like to work hard and play harder, our regular Friday music post is for you!

Today, we wanna go mellow and we are bringing you something totally brand new! We posted the teaser of this track a few days back and we did get lots of hits on it so today, we want to bring you the full blown video to check out.

His name is Nabil4real and the track is "Dont4getme". The tune is mellow but don't let the voice of the lyrics pass you by! Check it out below!



Happy Friday y'all!!!
Stay sweet
Dulce
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