As preparations for the second edition of Fashion Art Fusion (FAF) is in top gear, organisers say it will be another opportunity for fans to enjoy a rare combination of art, spoken word, alternative music and fashion.
The event which is billed to hold at the Lagos Oriental Hotel, Lagos will, for its second edition, feature local designers such as Luzol, Queen Ahniva Ahniva, Ejiro Tafari and Ade Bakare, who are expected to showcase their best designs of the moment.
Organisers say this year’s edition of FAF will also feature three students from the Yaba College of Technology’s Fashion Design department, as a way of encouraging young and upcoming designers.
To spice things up, dance mavericks such as Dayo Liadi (Ijodee) and Squad One are also expected to grace the occasion.
Convener of the show and CEO of Luzol Sounds, Austin Aimankhu, noted that FAF is designed to make young talents attain their full potentials.
“The vision of this fashion show is not only about the runway, but a platform that will promote total arts of our country and beyond,” said Aimankhu, who before now catered mainly to fashion needs of corporate clients.
He said “Nigeria has talented artists but they do not have enough platforms to showcase these talents. We want to provide that opportunity to help them reach their full potential,” adding that ‘Wearable Art’ is also going to be promoted during the event which also features an exhibition.
“It would be good to see the human body being turned to a mobile canvas to showcase artwork,” said Aimankhu who studied Law at the University of Benin before veering into fashion. Aimankhu was also the official clothier of the recently held Lagos Arts and Jazz Festival, where he customised fabrics with Appliques of musical instruments.
According to Aimankhu, the event which is being sponsored by Vlisco, GAC Motors and other partners promises to be a kaleidoscope of the creative arts.
“It is a holy matrimony between the runway and visual arts,” he said.
At the last edition of Fashion Art Fusion in November last year, Aimankhu impressed his guests with his trademark, ‘Applique on fabrics’ which had actor Fred Amata among other celebrities that graced the runway.
