Debonair Afrik
| Editor | Nuel Bans |
|---|---|
| Categories | Fashion lifestyle |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Founder | Emmanuel Ekuban |
| Country | Ghana |
| Based in | Accra |
| Language | English |
| Website | www |
Debonair Afrik (stylised as debonairafrik) is a Ghanaian based digital media publication covering fashion, lifestyle, publishing, and current events.[1] It was founded in 2015 by Emmanuel Ekuban (Nuel Bans),[2][3] as a neo-Africanism publication. It is a popular online news portal for Ghanaians and widely acknowledged by the Sub-Saharan region.[4]
History[edit]
Debonair Afrik was founded by fashion writer Nuel Bans in 2015 while studying at Alliance française D'Accra. It began as a digital fashion magazine and later expanded into several fields in the creative industry.[5][6] The publication covers fashion news on the continent and is targeted at professionals and young people. Coverage is intended to provide a neo-African lens to subjects including designers, models, stylist photographer, makeup artists, celebrities and industry trends.[7] During its early days, the platform concentrated on curating content and publishing magazine articles; later it established an editorial and creative arm to produce original content.[8][9]
Style Lounge[edit]
The magazine also founded Style Lounge Platform and the Style Lounge Weekend Initiative, two platforms to introduce up-and-coming fashion talents to industry leaders using various fashion shows, trade events and workshops.[10] Several fashion insiders including Aisha Ayensu of Christie Brown, Empress Jamilla and Sandra Alexandrina Don-Arthur have been guest panellists on the show.[11]
In an interview with Afropunk, Debonair Afrik editor, Nuel Bans stated [12] "Style Lounge seeks to disseminate knowledge, both practical and theory to everyone and to foster healthy relationships among designers, models and everyone at large.
Vogue Italia called the fashion show "a thrilling and exciting experience for sustainable fashion" [13]
Recognition and achievements[edit]
- Avance Media names Debonair Afrik Editor in Top 50 Ghanaian Bloggers [14]
- Young Achievers Awards select Nuel Bans as Panelist and Young Entrepreneur [15]
- Panelist at Accra Mall Fashion Future Fund Empowerment Summit [16]
- Nominated for Glitz Style Awards "Blogger of the Year" Category.[17]
- Editor of DebonairAfrik named as Global Fashion Exchange Ambassador [18]
- Debonair Afrik is producer for Christie Brown's F/W 2020 virtual launch [19]
References[edit]
- ^ "Debonair Afrik hosts brunch for fashion editors". Graphic Online. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ "West African designers explore virtual worlds". Vogue Business. June 29, 2020. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ Adam, Hakeem (January 30, 2017). "10 Trendy Fashion Bloggers From Ghana To Follow". Culture Trip. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ "Makeba Boateng, Senam Ocloo cover March issue of Debonair AFRIK magazine". www.ghanaweb.com. March 9, 2017. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ Jessica (August 10, 2018). "NUEL BANS COVERS THE EDITORS ISSUE OF DEBONAIR AFRIK". Trends and Blends GH. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ "Fashion Visionary, Nuel Bans Visit Riohs by fashion schools in East Legon". Riohs Originate. April 24, 2019. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ "Accra Men's Fashion Week held". Graphic Online. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ BellaNaija.com (June 8, 2016). "New Age Fashion Enthusiasts Bayo Oke-Lawal, Ifan Ifeanyi Michael & Denola Grey Suit Up for the Cover of Debonair Afrik's Latest Issue". BellaNaija. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ "The State Of Ghanaian Fashion Industry, Fashion P.R.O And Honcho Of Fashion Pivot". Modern Ghana. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ "GHANA'S STYLE LOUNGE EVENT IS FOSTERING COLLABORATION AMONG FASHION TALENTS THROUGH WORKSHOPS AND FASHION PRESENTATIONS". SCHICK. July 11, 2018. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ Jessica (June 13, 2018). "Meet the speakers for the 2018 Edition of Style Lounge". Trends and Blends GH. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ "debonair afrik Archives". AFROPUNK. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ "Moda sostenibile: dal backstage del Style Lounge Fashion Weekend di Accra". Vogue Italia (in Italian). August 12, 2019. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ "Avance Media announces 2020 Top 50 Ghanaian bloggers ranking". www.ghanaweb.com. May 26, 2020. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ Dzokpo, Ike (July 20, 2019). "Young Achievers summit & awards slated for 20th July". News Ghana. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ "Five finalists up for Accra Mall's Future Fashion Fund Ultimate Prize". www.ghanaweb.com. August 16, 2019. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ "Afua Rida, Berla Mundi, Others for Glitz Style Awards". The Ghana Guardian News. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ "AMBASSADORS". Global Fashion Exchange. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
- ^ Style, BellaNaija (November 4, 2020). "See Every Look from Christie Brown's Fall/Winter 2020 Virtual Show". BellaNaija. Retrieved November 23, 2020.