Duro Olowu brings a distinctly 70s look to their spring line, with flared skirts, bell bottom pants, ponchos and tons of high waists. Fabrics are light but still look sturdy, and the hues are a little darker than traditional spring lines, but that’s a breath of fresh air.
William Okpo’s clothing is a partial callback to things you would have worn as a child — lots of slouchy pants you can play in, renditions of overalls and layering that almost seems accidental, but looks awesome.
Christie Brown is using a lot of warmer hues of popular spring colors such as mustard yellow, tangerine orange, and emerald green, making for a very sophisticated spring line. Many items look office ready, but are easily cocktail party-ready as well.
Tsemaye Binitie is definitely for the urbanite, with lots of metallics, neon oranges and yellows, and sharp prints. There are also a lot of re-vamped professional cuts such as drawstring trousers and structured dresses in bold colors.
Kofi Ansah is keeping cuts pretty traditional this spring, with plenty of floor-length skirts, crop tops, head wraps and tribal prints in earthy tones. This is great spring wear for those living in a big city.
Tiffany Amber’s spring line is billowy, airy and bright—you’ll feel like a rain forest nymph in these pieces.
This line from two creative twin sisters is the image of casual luxury, with a lot of loose-fitting tops, indistinct lines, solid colors, clean whites and eggshell hues, and sturdy-but-soft materials.
House of Nwocha is using a lot of floral prints, girly cuts like frilled skirts and high waists, and bold colors. It’s the perfect country club/yachting club line.
Afriqan Apeiron is turning to psychedelic prints this year, and very bohemian looks such as long fringe dresses, playful rompers and warm, earthy colors.
This is not your traditional spring line, unless you spend your spring in foggy coastal towns. The clothing looks admittedly strict, but also fierce and creative at the same time. Colors are muted and lines are sharp but then there is the occasional theatrical addition, such as a hat made from a dozen toy birds or a Tim Burtonesque veil.
