Afroluxe Days: A Style Afrique Originial Editorial Starring Teiko Dornor

An editorial celebrating Africa, sees former plus-size model pioneer Teiko Dornor come together again with photographer Glenn Osei-Gyimah and celebrity stylist Marian Kwei (formerly Kihogo). The British Ghanaian trio have worked together before. This time they are joined by Japanese makeup artist Natsu Tomonaga.

Tomonaga’s makeup is bold (such as the green eye look) hailing the joy and colour of Africa. The wardrobe does this too with garments such as an orange tutu gown by Mishanty, vibrant metallics by Bwana Willy, Batik by Kifayath, a full Kente look employing a jumpsuit by H.M.K London and there is even an eye-catching graphic T-Shirt hailing Lagos by Soboye as inspired by Studio 54 and Africa’s 54 countries.

The editorial is shot by Glenn Osei-Gyimah (see his portfolio here) in London’s beautiful Hyde Park, model Teiko is seen standing against the backdrop of its various gardens.

The ‘afro-cosmopolitan’ mix of unapologetic structure (harem pants by Bwana Willy feature twice), a colour-filled sun-drenched palette, statement accessories such as cuffs and neckpieces sourced by stylist Marian from A.C.E Hackney, and eye-catching headpieces ensures that the woman in this editorial is regal and confident.

Teiko’s beauty shines in these photos. It is not a wonder that she is a successful former plus-size model who paved the way for models such as Precious Lee and Philomena Kwao.

The wardrobe, makeup, and photography in the photos come together to speak of the best of Africa.

LOOK ONE

LOOK 1 — Gown from Mishanty [@mishantygroup], Turban and Jewellery from A.C.E Hackney [@a.c.ehackney]

LOOK TWO

LOOK 2 — Dress from Bwana Willy [@bwanawilly], Jewellery from A.C.E Hackney [@a.c.ehackney]

LOOK THREE

LOOK 3 — Dress and Fringe Skirt from Bwana Willy [@bwanawilly], Jewellery from A.C.E Hackney [@a.c.ehackney]

LOOK FOUR

LOOK 4 — H.M.K London jumpsuit and Jewellery from A.C.E Hackney [@a.c.ehackney]

LOOK FIVE

LOOK 5 — Top and Harem Pants from Bwana Willy [@bwanawilly], Jewellery from A.C.E Hackney [@a.c.ehackney]

LOOK SIX

LOOK 6 — Dress from Kifayath [@kifayathdesign], Necklaces from A.C.E Hackney [@a.c.ehackney]

LOOK SEVEN

LOOK 7 — T-shirt from Soboye [@samson_soboye], Harem Pants and Turban from Bwana Willy [@bwanawilly], Jewellery from A.C.E Hackney [@a.c.ehackney]

Team Credit
Model: Teiko Dornor [@teiko_plus_kids]
Photographer: Glenn Osei-Gyimah [@1stoftheworstv2]
Stylist: Marian Kwei [@marian_kwei]
Makeup Artist: Natsu Tomonaga [@natsutomonaga]

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Afroluxe Days: A Style Afrique Originial Editorial Starring Teiko Dornor

About Author / Marian Kwei (formerly Kihogo)

Marian Kwei (formerly Kihogo) is a Vogue, Forbes, The New York Times and E! News featured Taste (Refinement) Consultant, Stylist and Editor at large based in London, UK. She contributes to fashion, beauty, news, retail & culture publications and platforms. She is formerly the Editor-In-Chief of Story Magazine, the Contributing Online Editor of PUSH IT Magazine, the Fashion Editor of Glossy Magazine and the UK Editor of Dirrty Glam Magazine. She helps brands (fashion, beauty, textile, jewellery, art, design, architecture, retail, commercial, e-commerce, campaign and other) to find beauty. She has been heralded an influence on fashion in the West by Italian Journalistic Agency, The Consul Press. She is a pioneer for digital fashion & culture media, social media and social representation & inclusion.