The FOHRELLA’S ‘M23’ Collection that stole the show at the Accra Fashion Week is now available for purchase
With a dazzling fusion of fashion and history, FOHRELLA’s ‘M23’ Chilly/Rainy Collection took Accra Fashion Week 2024 by storm, turning heads and generating conversations. This inaugural collection, conceptualized by the genius Nana Tamakloe and creative director Fameye, was not merely staying fashionable in inclement weather—it was a fashion tribute to Africa’s revolutionary heroes.
A Walk Through History
Imagine a runway where each step mimics the steps of Africa’s greatest leaders. FOHRELLA achieved this by using elements inspired by Kwame Nkrumah, Patrice Lumumba, Muammar Gaddafi, and Thomas Sankara in their collection. From crisply cut blazers that exude confidence to trench coats that command respect, the collection paid tribute to the signature styles that these leaders were famous for.
Weather-Ready with a Revolutionary Twist
Created with woolen products and adorned with dainty cowry shell decorations, the pieces were practical and symbolic, too. The series featured outerwear perfect for the rainy and chilly seasons, like bold jackets that revolutionized modern menswear. Some of the standout pieces included a brown leather trench coat with velvet-textured lapels and mustard-yellow pants, and a worn suede jacket paired with baggy corduroy pants.
Fashion as Political Expression
Across Africa, fashion has long been employed as a political statement. Politicians have employed clothing to express ideologies, from the red berets to represent revolution to khaki outfits to represent solidarity with the working class. FOHRELLA’s collection is drawn from this history, bearing witness to the fact that what we wear can be a very telling statement.
A New Standard in Menswear
With this release, FOHRELLA has set a new precedent for Ghanaian and global menswear. With ease having blended cultural heritage with contemporary design, they’ve created a collection that’s both a tribute to the past and a move into the future. It’s not clothing; it’s an icebreaker, a history book, and a fashion statement all wrapped into one.
So, the next time you’re caught in a rain shower, remember: when you wear FOHRELLA’s ‘M23’ collection, you’re not merely staying dry—you’re making an entrance. All designs displayed are available for purchase here.
