Debonair Afrik

Debonair Afrik (stylised as debonairafrik) is a Ghanaian based digital media publication dedicated to fashion, lifestyle, publishing, and events.[1] It was founded in 2015 by the editor-in-chief, Emmanuel Ekuban (Nuel Bans),[2][3] as a neo-Africanism publication. It is a popular online news portal for Ghanaians and widely acknowledged by the Sub-Saharan region.[4]

Debonair Afrik
EditorNuel Bans
CategoriesFashion lifestyle
FrequencyMonthly
FounderEmmanuel Ekuban
CountryGhana
Based inAccra
LanguageEnglish
Websitewww.debonairafrik.com

History

Debonair Afrik was founded by fashion writer and creative, Nuel Bans in 2015 whiles studying as an international language student at Alliance française D'Accra as a digital fashion magazine and later evolved into several fields in the creative industry.[5][6] The publication was established to fill the gap and highlight relevant fashion news on the continent, primarily targeted at professionals and young people.

From 2015 till date Debonair Afrik has extensively covered stories on designers, models, stylist photographer, makeup artistes, celebrities and trends with a neo-African lens and continues set standards in the digital space.[7] During its early days, the platform only concentrated on curating content and publishing magazine articles but later established its editorial and creative arm to churn out content for its growing audience.[8][9]

Style Lounge

Style Lounge platform is an annual workshop by the magazine for the social, educational and cultural integration of designers, photographers, models and others in the fashion industry.

For five years, the curated Style Lounge Weekend Initiative has been supporting upcoming and established fashion talents through various fashion shows, trade events and workshops.[10] Several fashion insiders including Aisha Ayensu of Christie Brown, Empress Jamilla and Sandra Alexandrina Don-Arthur have been guest panellists on the show.[11]

In an interview with Afropunk, Debonair Afrik editor, Nuel Bans stated [12]

Style Lounge seeks to disseminate knowledge, both practical and theory to everyone and to foster healthy relationships among designers, models and everyone at large.

Vogue Italia called the fashion show "a thrilling and exciting experience for Sustainable fashion" [13]

Recognition and achievements
  • Launch of the Debonair Afrik Magazine in 2016
  • Launch of Style Lounge [14][15]
  • Avance Media names Debonair Afrik Editor in Top 50 Ghanaian Bloggers [16]
  • Young Achievers Awards select Nuel Bans as Panelist and Young Entrepreneur [17]
  • Panelist at Accra Mall Fashion Future Fund Empowerment Summit [18]
  • Nominated for Glitz Style Awards "Blogger of the Year" Category.[19]
  • Editor of DebonairAfrik named as Global Fashion Exchange Ambassador [20]
  • Debonair Afrik is producer for Christie Brown's F/W 2020 virtual launch [21]

References
  1. "Debonair Afrik hosts brunch for fashion editors". Graphic Online. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  2. "West African designers explore virtual worlds". Vogue Business. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  3. Adam, Hakeem. "10 Trendy Fashion Bloggers From Ghana To Follow". Culture Trip. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  4. "Makeba Boateng, Senam Ocloo cover March issue of Debonair AFRIK magazine". www.ghanaweb.com. March 9, 2017. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  5. Jessica (August 10, 2018). "NUEL BANS COVERS THE EDITORS ISSUE OF DEBONAIR AFRIK". Trends and Blends GH. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  6. "Fashion Visionary, Nuel Bans Visit Riohs by fashion schools in East Legon". Riohs Originate. April 24, 2019. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  7. "Accra Men's Fashion Week held". Graphic Online. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  8. BellaNaija.com (June 8, 2016). "New Age Fashion Enthusiasts Bayo Oke-Lawal, Ifan Ifeanyi Michael & Denola Grey Suit Up for the Cover of Debonair Afrik's Latest Issue". BellaNaija. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  9. "The State Of Ghanaian Fashion Industry, Fashion P.R.O And Honcho Of Fashion Pivot". Modern Ghana. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  10. "GHANA'S STYLE LOUNGE EVENT IS FOSTERING COLLABORATION AMONG FASHION TALENTS THROUGH WORKSHOPS AND FASHION PRESENTATIONS". SCHICK. July 11, 2018. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  11. Jessica (June 13, 2018). "Meet the speakers for the 2018 Edition of Style Lounge". Trends and Blends GH. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  12. "debonair afrik Archives". AFROPUNK. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  13. "Moda sostenibile: dal backstage del Style Lounge Fashion Weekend di Accra". Vogue Italia (in Italian). Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  14. Src='https://Secure.gravatar.com/Avatar/82b6be1949ff842c59cda9c6f3b61fcf?s=75, <img Alt='' ;='' #038;d='mm;' Srcset='https://Secure.gravatar.com/Avatar/82b6be1949ff842c59cda9c6f3b61fcf?s=' 150,='' #038;r='g';' #038;d='mm;' July='' 12,='' #038;r='g'' 2x'='' class='avatar avatar-75 photo' height='75' width='75' />; 2018Reply (July 12, 2018). "Ghana's Style Lounge Platform Is Fostering Collaboration Among Fashion Talents". AccelerateTv. Retrieved November 23, 2020.CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  15. "Ghana's Style Lounge Features Ekua Addo, Kai Shika, Sena Bryte And More". onobello.com. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  16. "Avance Media announces 2020 Top 50 Ghanaian bloggers ranking". www.ghanaweb.com. May 26, 2020. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  17. Dzokpo, Ike (July 20, 2019). "Young Achievers summit & awards slated for 20th July". News Ghana. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  18. "Five finalists up for Accra Mall's Future Fashion Fund Ultimate Prize". www.ghanaweb.com. August 16, 2019. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  19. "Afua Rida, Berla Mundi, Others for Glitz Style Awards". The Ghana Guardian News. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  20. "AMBASSADORS". Global Fashion Exchange. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  21. Style, BellaNaija (November 4, 2020). "See Every Look from Christie Brown's Fall/Winter 2020 Virtual Show". BellaNaija. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
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