Nigerian-born fashion designer Ugochi Iwuaba, known for her flamboyant ethnic-inspired couture, debuted her first ready-to-wear (RTW) collection at the sold-out Runway 40 Fashion Gala held at the San Diego Air & Space Museum. Hosted by media personality Abena Akuaba, the event celebrated Iwuaba's 40th birthday and marked a new direction in her design career.
The RTW collection, a vibrant fusion of African heritage and Western influences, included womenswear, menswear and children’s wear. Iwuaba's signature use of bold colors, intricate patterns, and luxurious fabrics like aso-oke was evident throughout. Standout pieces included streetwear puffer sets in African prints, a tailored aso-oke suit for men, a flowing silk gown with a hand-painted motifs, elegantly structured blazers with traditional embroidery, and a delicate floral pant set.
"With this collection, I wanted to create wearable pieces that celebrate the beauty and diversity of African culture while incorporating modern design elements," said Iwuaba. "These are clothes I would wear every day. I'm excited by the positive response and can't wait to see how customers style them."
The Runway 40 Fashion Gala provided a platform for Iwuaba to introduce her RTW line to a global audience and connect with potential buyers and collaborators.
Watch Runway 40 here: https://youtu.be/ZK0FCWJM91Q?si=epWGGQI46mlKvkfr
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