Spotlight: Phunkafrique 2010

[Funke Ogunde of Phunkafrique]

Last weekend saw the unveiling of a new Phunkafrique collection alongside two new lines - Phunk kids (for your favourite little people!) and Alionet, which Funke describes as a more "avant garde", "mature" and "sophisticated" line. Since its debut in 2007, Phunkafrique has steadily worked its way into many-a-closet, with its mixture of custom made and ready-to-wear pieces. Nowadays, the brand has definitely matured and seems poised for a total closet takeover. Their new collection includes tops, dresses and separates and it won't be long now before Phunkafrique evolves into a bona fide lifestyle brand. Here are some photos from the event:

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The knockout piece! Swaths of multi-colored fabric create quite the statement dress. So fab! Gimme gimme:

Funky, fresh tops:

Delightful separates! We especially like the layered ruffle sleeves:

Cocktail dresses:

The Phunkafrique spread:

More pieces:

Phunk kids! TOOOOO cute:

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Love the delicious bright colors and shapes! Definitely looking forward to more from this promising brand. TO ORDER:

Phone (lagos, nigeria): 0803 306 9807

E-mail: phunkafrique(at)yahoo.co.uk

XO

Photos courtesy of Funke Ogunde.

we'd rather be in lagos: Sun, Nov 15 - Zebra Living + Phunk Afrique

those of you who've noticed our regularly updated "upcoming events" section (see sidebar) will already know about the following events. be sure to lend your support by attending one event or both, if you can:

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feel free to rsvp here, if you'd like! 

p.s. can we just say we're verrrrry excited to see Zebra Living on the mainland? many of the top fashion events happen on the lagos island, and while we're not about to launch into a mini-essay on the lagos island/mainland divide, we're glad folks are starting to pay attention to their potential mainland customers who don't always feel up to the commute.

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PHUNKAFRIQUE'S OPEN HOUSE

date: sun, nov 15

time: 12 noon - 7pm

location: 23, bishop oluwole street, victoria island, lagos

phone: 080 3306 9807

expect 'a sumptuous new mix of fabrics and styles, revealed in the fabulous fall collection. don't miss out on the chance to update your wardrobe; the party season's just around the corner!' (from funke ogunde of phunkafrique's facebook page)

xo

african designers online: phunkafrique by funke ogunde

...yet another fabulous site for your perusal! funke ogunde of phunkafrique is the latest african designer to make her way to the grand center stage that is the worldwide web and we love what she has done with her little corner. her phunkstars section (featuring fashionistas wearing phunkafrique) is a charming touch but her version of shopping online is a creative approach to catering to the made-to-measure market. see what we mean here.

enjoy exploring www.phunkafrique.net!

xo

p.s. see previous posts on phunkafrique here, including her easter 2009 collection.

spotlight: african designers do the kimono!

[wunmi williams in phunkafrique as seen here]

we've been spotting some of the most fabulous african-print kimonos out and about...and advocates that we are of incorporating africa however you can, here are a few pieces from some of our favorite designers to inspire you!

PHUNKAFRIQUE

first up, we have gorgeous metallic print kimono tops from phunkafrique's "phunkafrique evolves" collection:



and if it's kimono-style dresses you're into...



JEWEL BY LISA

next, we have pieces from the first lady of bling, lisa folawiyo (jewel by lisa)



you can't go wrong with exquisite beading and bling done well, can you?

AKPOS OKUDU

if it's batik you're into, get into akpos okudu...



COCOA MACHE

for an indigenous feel to your kimono...



shop online here and take advantage of the ongoing $5 off promotion.

CHOPSTIXWAITS

for african wax print...



shop here!

DURO OLOWU

can't forget ethnic-style kimono dresses from duro olowu...



loving them all! hope you're inspired :-)

xo

order information:

phunkafrique
akpos okudu

photo sources:

bella naija
google

spotlight: PHUNKAFRIQUE easter '09

spring has sprung for PHUNKAFRIQUE and has brought with it the most delightful colors, shapes, and embellishments. the forecast? glamor with a playful edge is IN. from fluid chiffons to bold patterns and bling bling, phunkafrique's new collection, "the evolution", captures the spirit of spring. here's a closer look at our favorites:



one-handed tops are a fail safe way to spice up a pair of jeans. phunkafrique's interpretation has all the trappings of effortless sophistication. grab a clutch and throw on a pair of pumps and you're literally good to go!




minis with the mostest, anyone? love the vibrant colors and prints and the details. (p.s. the pretty lady in the yellow dress is the brain behind phunkafrique, funke ogunde)



if bling is your thing, these looks should fit right into your wardrobe.



jet-setting? take these with you!

see the full collection on our flickr page here

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to purchase or for any other enquiries, contact funke ogunde:

phone (lagos, nigeria): 080 3306 9807
e-mail: phunkafrique@yahoo.co.uk
phunkafrique's showroom: 23, bishop oluwole. victoria island.

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xo