Annansi Clothing Co.'s Streetwear Collection Included in Exclusive Gift Bags Earmarked for Nominees, Presenters, and Performers
New York, NY (PRWEB) November 20, 2005 -- Items from Annansi Clothing Co.'s collection have been selected to be included in the coveted celebrity gift bags at the 33rd annual American Music Awards. Some of the music industry's top trendsetters will receive the hand picked items in the VIP area before the awards ceremony. Each year the star-studded event receives spotlight coverage on E!, CNN, and The Style Network, with the in-demand contents of the gift bags generating as much attention as the night's winners.
Annansi Clothing Co. creates a collection of distinctive Africa-inspired graphic tees which are becoming more and more popular in fashion circles around the world. The high-quality tees have appeared on BET and VH1, in the pages of i-D Magazine, and at a Spring/Summer 2006 London Fashion Week celebrity charity auction curated by photographer Nick Knight. Since it's debut two years ago in New York 's trendy Soho district, the imitable collection has become a well kept secret among international style-makers and trend setters. Items such as the Black President, Warriors, Afrique C'est Chic, Warriors and I Love Africa tees reflect images of African life and culture and bring a new perspective to the luxury streetwear market. The dynamic images and colors, which are the collection's signature, continue to appeal to a customer base that is not afraid to boldly flaunt their style. With a recent nomination by the Fashion Group International for the 2006 Rising Star Award, Annansi Clothing Co. continues to bring it's graphic intensive collection to a worldwide audience.
“We are excited about supporting the American Music Awards by contributing garments from our collection as a gift to the music and recording industry’s top talent," said G. Kofi Annan, designer for Annansi Clothing Co. With its participation in the AMAs, Annansi Clothing Co. further strengthens it's position as the collection that is "redefining African style".
The American Music Awards will be broadcast live from the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on Tuesday, November 22. The show will air at 8 pm (EST) on ABC television.
ABOUT ANNANSI CLOTHING CO.
Founded by Ghanaian born G. Kofi Annan, Annansi Clothing Co. is in the business of Making Africa POP! A progressive streetwear brand that pushes the boundaries of traditional African style, Annansi Clothing Co. stylishly represents its icons, art and culture.
With a spectrum of vivid colors and bold graphic imagery our clothing is a statement 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 information, visit http://www.annansiclothing.com
Contact:
Gylla Le Gall
Telephone: (201) 303-2925
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