The second edition of the annual Divas of Colour was held on March 21st at the prestigious Hilton Hotel located on Rotherhithe Street in South London. The show, in association with International Women’s Day was organised to celebrate, encourage, as well as inspire women.
Since we arrived on time to witness the exhibition and the #DivasOfColour 2015 show, this article will show and talk about some of the statement pieces that were exhibited. From flags to geometric shapes, bold colours and big size, most of these pieces were inspired by Africa beliefs, tradition, and more! If you’re someone that like to stand out among the rest, some of the statement pieces that were showcased at the event are sure to vamp up your dressing table.
STATEMENT PIECES
When we spoke to Sabrina about her African inspired jewellery, she mentioned that her personal style is heavily influenced with the handmade collection as it is a representation of who she is and where she comes from.
All the jewelleries are handmade from perspex and wood. Another word for the perspex is acrylics – as most of us know it to be. Sabrina stated that black African women tend to shadow away their heritage and embrace westernized culture. However, Sabrina has chosen bringing back the African within her and embracing it through her intricate pieces.
Sabrina’s pieces are inspired by African flags, women combs, the cross, shapes (such as triangles, circles, rectangles, etc.), bright colours, cowries, alphabetical letters, and many more.
Kyna Jewllery
Kyna Jewellery was another brand that exhibited its statement pieces at the #DivasOfColour 2015 event. The UK based online jewellery boutique sells exquisite 18K Gold plated jewellery and bead sets to women who wants to stand out.
Intimate Ties Couture
Intimate Ties Couture exhibited these colourful and African inspired ties for men. The brand describes its products saying “The neckties and accessories we design tell the history of Africa through the use of visual images known popularly as Adinkra in Akan language.”
The Kent based African-Inspired woven and printed silk neckties makers says Adinkra symbols are linked to the beliefs, songs, proverbs and stories Ghana people.
