Bold Fashion Narratives

Experience the vibrant world of African fashion at the iconic Brooklyn Museum until October 22, 2023. This exceptional exhibition showcases over 180 works by renowned designers from twenty African countries, offering a mesmerizing journey through the continent’s rich fashion heritage and global influence. From striking haute couture to captivating ready-to-wear pieces, immerse yourself in the dynamic textures, colors, and patterns that define Africa’s ever-evolving style scene. Discover the inspiring fusion of photography, music, film, textiles, and jewelry that celebrates a cultural renaissance and the enduring impact of its fashion revolution.

By Addie Strickland

Photography courtesy of The Idea Boutique hey say the comfort zone is the most dangerous place to be for a business. If you’re not evolving, you’re moving backward. The Idea Boutique, the publishing house of VIE magazine since 2008 and a registered Library of Congress book publisher since 2009, breathes life into dreams and ideas through its finely crafted magazines, books, branding, social media landscapes, websites, and so much more. While celebrating the success of VIE in 2023, as it was named one of the Top 50 Luxury Media in the World, The Idea Boutique is also releasing three new books for its clients.

This independent publisher in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, has curated many other magazines in addition to its flagship title, VIE. These include Sandestin Living for Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort, Goin’ to the Beach for the Resort Collection, Where I’d Rather Be for Newman-Dailey Resort Properties, Portofino Life for Premier Island Management Group’s Portofino Island Resort, and VIE’s sister lifestyle publication, ConnemaraLife , celebrating the Connemara region of County Galway, Ireland.