“Red Carpet Ready: SFW RUNWAY’s Made in Africa:
an Unforgettable Evening of Runway Shows, Awards, and Live Art Installations”
SFWRUNWAY goes into the heart of LA to present Made in Africa, a blue-dress, luxury extravaganza, following Los Angeles Fashion Week. Showcasing luxury collections with both runway and installation presentations, the night will feature numerous local emerging designers.
SFWRUNWAY, the esteemed platform dedicated to empowering emerging designers, is proud to host this event to benefit The Love Water, a nonprofit initiative aimed at providing clean water access for families and communities in need.
With the mission to shine a spotlight on the incredible work of African creatives while providing essential resources and programming, Made in Africa will serve as a hub for collaboration and growth within the African diaspora. 5 surprise celebrities will be honored with the Bridging the Gap Award
To celebrate this exciting milestone, SFWRUNWAY invites you to join us at our blue dress-themed launch event on March 29th, located at 5965 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232. The evening will feature a captivating runway presentation showcasing the talent of emerging designers, live art installations, mesmerizing music performances, and more. The night will also feature a silent auction to benefit The Love Water, a nonprofit that provides clean water access to families and communities in need.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of a transformative event that celebrates the creatives Africa’s diaspora.
To RSVP, please reach out to press@sfwrunway.com.
SFWRUNWAY is pleased to have Fashion Week Online as an official media partner for the Made in Africa launch.
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EVENT:SFWRUNWAY: Made in Africa charity event during LA Fashion Week
DATE: March 29th, 2024, Friday
TIME : Red Carpet starts at 7:30 pm Presentations throughout the evening TO RSVP: PRESS/BUYERS: brands@sfwrunway.com
LOCATION: 5965 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
TO RSVP: PRESS/BUYERS: brands@sfwrunway.com
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SOCIAL MEDIA: www.sfwrunway.com Instagram: @sfwrunway | #sfwrunway
About SFW RUNWAY:
SFW RUNWAY, formerly known as Street Fashion Week, is a platform created to give emerging high-end luxury streetwear brands a voice during fashion week in accordance with the global CFDA calendar. SFW RUNWAY produces shows in New York and Los Angeles, with plans to add Miami and Paris to its schedule. As a subsidiary of Street Society, SFW RUNWAY is a community-minded business accelerator that supports emerging brands.
About Made in Africa:
Made in Africa is an innovative initiative founded by Naomi, the visionary behind SFWRUNWAY. With a passion for highlighting African fashion brands and fostering collaboration, Made in Africa is dedicated to showcasing the richness and diversity of African fashion on the global stage. Beyond the runway, our mission extends to providing invaluable resources and support for businesses seeking to manufacture or collaborate with African brands. Serving as a bridge between international entrepreneurs and African businesses, we aim to streamline the process and facilitate connections, making it easier for foreigners to engage in business ventures across the continent. Join us as we celebrate African creativity, empower businesses, and forge meaningful partnerships.
About The Love Water:
The Love Water is a bottled water brand whose proceeds go towards providing clean water access for families and communities in need. Love Water believes clean water is a human right and is working to bring awareness and support to projects working to eradicate water scarcity. Every dollar spent with Love Water has the power to unlock clean water and sanitation solutions for people living in poverty
About The Founder:
Naomi Alabi is a rising star in the world of fashion entrepreneurship. She is the founder of Street Society, a successful fashion accelerator for emerging designers. Honing her keen eye for design and passion for entrepreneurship, Naomi has built her brand from the ground up, establishing herself as a leader in the competitive fashion industry.
She takes a mentorship approach to working with designers. She is also a dedicated advocate for women’s empowerment, using her platform to mentor young women and promote diversity and inclusivity in the fashion industry
With a background in the fashion business, Naomi has been able to successfully translate her passion for fashion into a thriving business.
