Category: Fashion

Fashion is more than the clothes we wear. It is the way we move, the space we inhabit, the way we connect with the world of color and beauty around us. It is taking time to be aware of the rich diversity and creativity of our fellow humans, and responding in a way that honors nature. Excel Travel & Style Magazine features cultural fashion trends, designer spotlight and interviews, fashion shows and events, African textiles and accessories including a section dedicated to designers that provide community service, ethical and sustainable designs

Fashion In The DRC (Democratic Republic of Congo)

Excel Magazine- May 31, 2017

Bold, Bright and Brilliant; just a few words to describe the stunning prints and fabrics used in creating Congolese fashion. Unlike Western trends, Congolese styles ...

Tanzanian Khanga

Excel Magazine- May 31, 2017

The kanga (or khanga) is a traditional cotton cloth worn by African women mainly by women in Tanzania and East Africa.  Khanga is the Swahili ...

Ethiopian Clothing

Excel Magazine- May 31, 2017

The country's varied climate clearly influences Ethiopians' style of dress. Cool temperatures in Ethiopia's highlands dictate heavier clothing such as wraparound blankets, while the country's ...

Senegalese Fashion

Excel Magazine- May 31, 2017

Senegalese fashion is made of cotton fabrics and eye-catching embroidery with splashes of color.  

Mud Cloth

Excel Magazine- May 31, 2017

Mud cloth is made with a type of rough-cotton textile that is often used to make dashikis (a colorful African men's shirt), throws, rugs, coats, ...

Ethnic Formal & Informal Attire

exceltravel- May 31, 2017

Excel Travel & Style Magazine hosted an editorial photo shoot showcasing Summer Ethnic Formal & Informal Attire, and Modern Bridal Gowns by TeKay Designs. The ...

African Accessories by TeKay Designs

exceltravel- May 30, 2017

Excel Travel & Style Magazine editorial photo shoot was held in Houston Texas and Owerri Nigeria with African accessories (necklaces, bracelets, earrings, purses, handbags, and ...