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Tag: Oakland fashion designers

Koffi Noir founders Dieudonné Brou and sister Veronique Brou at the Black Menswear Flash Mob in 2020.
Posted inArts & Community

How an Oakland shoe designer is helping Black men heal from incarceration

by Brandy Collins March 9, 2023March 9, 2023

Dieudonné Brou achieved success after prison with his company Koffi Noir. Now, he’s helping others do the same.

Posted inArts & Community

Photos: All the styles we saw at Oakland’s First Fridays

by Saskia Hatvany September 7, 2022September 7, 2022

Check out the thrifted items, clothing from local shops, dazzling jewelry, and smart accessories people are wearing at The Town’s monthly street festival.

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How an Oakland clothing designer is challenging fashion industry norms, sourcing directly from Africa

Azucena Rasilla headshot by Azucena Rasilla September 23, 2021June 13, 2022

With his 100% Black-owned and operated brand, “Tunde” Ahmad is merging textiles from Ghana with urban streetwear designs.

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