Lagos Fashion Week recently presented the fifth edition of Woven Threads with a showcase entitled “Commune”, a vibrant tribute to African fashion and its community spirit. Commune took an exploratory dive into the work of creatives on the scene through the African cultural lens of community, the starting point of our creative process.
Woven Threads stands as a beacon for ethical and sustainable fashion, rooted in the rich traditions of African artisanal communities. By recognising creatives as catalysts for social change, the Woven Threads initiative invests in artisanal communities, fostering livelihoods and value creation from source to product.
Designers like Dust Of The Earth, Bornstarng, Pettre Taylor, Y’Wandelag, Ajanéé, By Wuzzy, Oshobor, Éki Kéré, Kilentar, E.S.O by Liman, Ré Lagos participated in intimate salon-style presentations
This season, Woven Threads V featured a line-up of activities open to the public such as an interactive installation, workshops and live demonstrations of traditional craftsmanship and techniques such as tie-dye and weaving facilitated by Planet 3R, Afthonia, Joshua Attat (founder, PNEEDLES), MITIMETH & Éki Kéré. Digital presentations by Boyedoe, The OR Foundation and SVL enabled viewers to experience the beauty and craftsmanship of African fashion from the comfort of their homes.
With models taking centre stage this season, Woven Threads V “Commune” mirrored the tradition of storytelling under the moonlight, inviting people to gather and connect through shared experiences, thereby fostering a deeper appreciation for the inter-connectedness of communities across the continent.
