As the new school year approaches, braids are emerging as the ultimate aesthetic statement for textured hair. From artistic mastery to technical challenges in the salon, take a behind-the-scenes look at this craft and participate in our major professional survey.
Beauty
Flora Coquerel: The Franco-Beninese beauty queen who has celebrated cultural diversity
Crowned Miss France 2014 at just nineteen years old, Flora Coquerel has made her Franco-Beninese heritage a cause she champions. A beauty queen turned fashion icon and founder of the Kelina association, she embodies a unique bridge between France and Africa.
Kwandinobva, the video content creation agency Made in Africa
From the Inda forest to the rituals of Kouilou, KWANDINOBVA sublimates the KOBA Skincare story. Discover how this native and premium storytelling transforms the Safou harvest in Congo into a true visual epic. Plunge into the heart of authentic Africa, where images become a tribute to know-how.
Maison Richkoff, when Akan heritage meets Grasse haute parfumerie
Founded by Richmond Koffi, this House of Haute Parfumerie is the fruit of an Akan heritage from the Ivory Coast, transformed by the excellence of Grasse. A unique conversation between exceptional African raw materials and contemporary luxury, to be discovered through its inaugural collection and new line, perfect for your gift ideas.
African Miss Contests and Beauty Pageants in Africa
Far from being just frivolous entertainment, beauty contests are now strategic platforms for Africa. By entering competitions such as Miss Universe and Miss World, nations like Côte d’Ivoire and Guinea are using their ambassadors as genuine soft power assets.
Natural Hair Academy 2025 sets up in Marseille
Much more than just a salon, the Natural Hair Academy (NHA) has become the must-attend event for Black and mixed-race women in Europe, and a real driving force behind the “natural hair” movement.
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