BLACK IN FASHION II is a Pop-Up event in a shared Atelier of BUKI AKOMOLAFE and EMEKA, presenting the work of premium designers. During the two day event six German based designers will be showcasing in one space. The BLACK IN FASHION event is a curated event by Fashion Africa Now, BUKI AKOMOLAFE and EMEKA, it is a space to share experiences and voices. We want to amplify our voices, by having a circle conversation with the designers and the audience lead by Beatrace Angut Oola. The topic of our conversation will focus on how working in the fashion field as a creative of African origin, affects our mental health and how we can sustain. The aim is to create an event of visibility of creative voices while bridging the gap to the European landscape.
BLACK IN FASHION (Germany) was initiated by Fashion Africa Now in 2020 after the global Black Lives Matter protest as an answer to more visibility and connection, among creatives out of Germany, Switzerland and Austria.

Program:
31.01.2025 – from 1:00pm – 7:00pm
On the first day is a Pop-Up Shop and the chance to meet the Designers!
01.02.2025 – from 1:00pm – 22:00pm
Pop-Up Shop & closing Event with the circle conversation, sounds from DJ Mo, free snacks & drinks. The circle conversation is on the 1st of Feb. 6pm – 7pm. You are invited to be part of the conversation and exchange ideas about how we envision the future of a more inclusive, sustainable and mindful fashion system.
The format BLACK IN FASHION is part of STUDIO2RETAIL as part of the BERLIN FASHION WEEK and is supported by the Berlin Senate Department for Economics, Energy and Public Enterprises in cooperation with the Fashion Council Germany. With the slogan “YOU can be part of Berlin Fashion Week”, STUDIO2RETAIL makes the Fashion Week feeling accessible to EVERYONE.
Location:
SHOWROOM
BUKI AKOMOLAFE & EMEKA
Mehringdamm 75, 10965 Berlin
31.01.2025 – from 13:00 – 19:00
01.02.2025 – from 13:00 – 22:00
Pop-Up Shop and the chance to meet the Designers
REGISTER HERE
Photographer: Heiko Richard
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