The Fashion Group International in New York has nominated Africa-inspired street wear label Annansi Clothing Co. for the prestigious Rising Star Award. The award, given by a committee of fashion industry professionals, honors individuals who are “up-and-coming style-makers of the future”. Previous winners include Keanan Dufty, Ron & Ron, and Y & Kei. This nomination adds to the exciting year Annansi Clothing has had following involvement in two other groundbreaking fashion events: the Redefining African Style music and fashion launch, and Bring and Buy, a London Fashion Week project curated by renowned fashion photographer Nick Knight and i-D Magazine.

In September, Annansi Clothing Co. joined Alexander McQueen, John Galliano, Björk, and Tilda Swinton amongst others for the Bring and Buy project, which raised $23,000 for Oxfam. The project was a collaboration between photographer Nick Knight’s award-winning SHOWstudio.com and UK-based fashion magazine i-D. Annansi Clothing’s Warriors t-shirt was one of 100 worldwide contributions “with a story behind it” which were photographed and featured in i-D Magazine’s October 2005 issue before being auctioned off on EBAY.

Earlier in the summer the Annansi Clothing Co. hosted Redefining African Style event drew a crowd from as far away as California to New York City’s Lower East Side in celebration of its Summer 2005 collection. The event featured artists Cho-san, The Ambassadoz, Sheba and The Arkitects who performed for an energetic crowd of supporters. This event was the first of its kind and brought emerging ur-ban-influenced African talents together under one roof.

Through his involvement in such monumental events, Annansi Clothing’s de-signer G. Kofi Annan has continued to create a label known for its unique quality and style. "I am overwhelmed by the continual recognition I have received from in-dustry professionals and supporters alike,” says Mr. Annan. "To be considered for such an important award is an honor." He goes on to say, "This is a milestone which shows that the world is ready for a fresh new image of African style and fash-ion".

Though this is a positive nod at the company’s efforts, there is still more work to be done and more boundaries to transcend. With this nomination, Annansi Cloth-ing Co. continues to bring its brand of refined African-inspired style to the global market. The Rising Star Award ceremony will take place in January 2006.

About Annansi Clothing Co.
Founded by Ghanaian born G. Kofi Annan, Annansi Clothing Co. is in the business of Making Africa POP.

A progressive street wear brand that pushes the boundaries of traditional African style, Annansi Clothing Co. fashionably represents its icons, art and culture.

With a spectrum of vivid colors and bold graphic imagery our clothing is a state-ment of who we are, where we come from, and what we represent. It is meant to educate people on the different values and experiences of modern day Africa.

Made popular by Senegalese born singer, Akon, and with customers from Australia to Brazil, "we want everyone to experience our culture and appreciate what makes us unique."

Our motto is simple: "Afrique C’est Chic" – Africa is cool, fresh, fashionable. For more on our collection, visit http://www.annansiclothing.com

For more information contact:
Annansi Clothing Co.
Phone: (201) 303-2925
Email: clothing@annansi.com

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