Ankara styles have been at the forefront of fashion at major global events in recent times. From the Grammy’s to the Oscar’s, we’ve seen a beautiful representation of Africa through fashion and this trend is increasingly growing.
Cameroonian label, Lavie by CK, is known for its dramatic, custom designs for red carpet events that seems to be attracting quite a number of Hollywood’s A-list celebrities including Janet Jackson, Tracee Ellis Ross, Kelly Rowland and others. Her most recent widely talked about piece was Viola Davis’s off-shoulder gown worn to the 2021 Golden Globes.
We’ve dug into some of Lavie by CK’s creative archives to give you inspiration for that red carpet event you’re prepping for post-COVID.
An attention-grabbing masterpiece from Lavie by CK’s 2019 collection.
From the fashion label’s 2019 couture collection – still turning heads.
A look from the label’s collection of ankara styles for New York Fashion Week 2020.
Senegalese actress Anna Diop in Lavie by CK for Fault Magazine, styled by celebrity stylist Wilford Lenov.
Another gorgeous gown that makes great use of the fabric design and makes quite the fashion statement.