'Eki' means centre of attraction and being the centre of attraction is a natural consequence of wearing an Eki Orleans creation. The designer – Hazel Eki Aggrey-Orleans was born in Germany, raised in Nigeria and is based in the United Kingdom, thus giving her a mixed heritage which reflects in her creations as she…
One of our best ever African fashion brands Eki Orleansrecently collaborated with international wedding photographer, JideAlakija to create a series of documentary images to showcase their prints as bridal fabrics. According to the designer Hazel Agreey-Orleans, the story behind this photo collage is what Eki Bridesmaids get up to before the wedding – basically, a…
The Autumn/Winter 2013 Collection by Eki Orleans is an extension of the Spring/Summer Butterflies Collection, but in an opposite direction this one focuses on the inspiration gotten by the designer from the Sahara Desert. Even though this collection samples similar silk prints and patterns on the fabric, the Desert Horizon collection boasts more of natural…
Lush, colorful and fabulous, the Eki Orleans philosophy is about fusing vibrant prints with the delicate texture of silk. Hazel Aggrey-Orleans, the creative designer behind the line, prides herself on her elegant and intricate patterns which she says reflect her colorful memories growing up as a child in the buzzing city of Lagos, Nigeria and…
Nigerian fashion designers are making waves and being placed on a world stage with their international counterparts. To affirm this, Guaranty Trust Bank PLC in collaboration with Style House Files, a creative development agency, have announced a partnership with Selfridges UK, the famous London fashion destination voted the best department store in the world for…
The Eki Orleans brand is headed by Hazel Aggrey-Orleans with a philosophy about fusing vibrant prints with the delicate texture of silk. Although a new design, the label prides itself on elegant and intricate patterns. The label showcased its latest collection at the Lagos Fashion and Design Week (LFDW), a premiere fashion event that…
MTN in conjunction with Style House Files and the British Council Nigeria has released the official schedule of this year’s MTN Lagos Fashion and Design Week (LFDW) taking place from the 24-27 October 2012. Omoyemi Akerele founder of LFDW further explains that the “LFDW is all about making an impact, the idea is…
Look supermodel fabulous this season in LDA, Bridget Awosika, Tsemaye Binitie, Eki Orleans and more. It’s time to take your style front row! Chic In The City Are you looking for inspiration for a chic city dress then maybe you should opt for a sleek jersey dress just like these ones by these designers; Bridget…
Nigerian fashion designer Hazel Aggrey-Orleans has been chosen by the Quintessentially Group- the largest group of international luxury concierge services to showcase select pieces from the latest collection of her Eki Orleans label. The luxurious event is set to take place at La Terrasse Nikki Beach Luxury Suite on the JW Marriott 5…
Hazel Aggrey-Orleans, the aspiring new designer behind Eki Orleans, prides herself on her elegant and intricate patterns. These reflect her colourful memories growing up as a child in the buzzing city of Lagos, Nigeria and her German roots. The Eki Orleans philosophy is about fusing vibrant prints with the delicate texture of silk. …