Author Archives: Nikki Billie Jean

Ankara Photo of The Day: Yemi Alade’s Red Ankara Print Gown for Shell’s Make The Future Campaign in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil + Performance Video

Nigerian Idol Yemi Alade is currently in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil along side Oscar-winner Jennifer Hudson, Brazilian singer Luan Santana, British performer Pixie Lott, American dance act Steve Aoki and  China’s pop-star Tan WeiWei to promote their Make The Future Campaign for Shell. 

Music Performance: Angélique Kidjo Sings “Redemption Song” at the Dedication Ceremony of the National Museum of African American History and Culture

On Saturday Sept 24th, 2016 the National Museum of African American Culture and History (NMAAHC) officially opened. The NMAAHC is the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture. To mark the grand opening of the museum, a dedication ceremony was held with thousands in attendance in a star-studded […]

TV Show: Lupita Nyong’o’s Kibonen NY Spaghetti Trap Top and Palazzo Pants for The Ellen DeGeneres Show

  Lupita has been wearing ankara print inspired outfits and head wraps for her Queen of Katwe promo tour. And I simply love it!

Fashion Show: Xuly.Bët Spring/Summer 2017 Ready-to-Wear Collection

On Wednesday, September 14th, Malian designer, Lamine Badian Kouyaté showcased Xuly.Bët Spring/Summer 2016 Ready-to-Wear Collection at The Dock, Skylight at Moynihan Station in New York City. The collection features ankara print bomber hackers, track suits, sunglasses, shoes and bags. See the photos below.

Award Show: Jidenna on the BET Hip Hop Awards Red Carpet + #BETInstabooth2016 Cypher

The Super Bowl of hip hop is back. I can’t wait to watch the 2016 BET Hip Hop Awards Show next month. My favorite part of the show like many of you is the cypher.

Ball: Unseen Photos from All Things Ankara’s Best Dressed Women at GWB Commission’s 7th Annual Green, White & Blue Ball 2016 (#FlashBackFriday)

The GWB Commission, held their 7th Annual Green, White & Blue Ball, celebrating Sierra Leone’s 55th year of independence, on Saturday, April 23rd. The event took place at the elegant and dynamic music entertainment concert hall, The Fillmore Silver Spring. All Things Ankara was at the ball to cover all the ankara print fashionable moments from the event. See the unseen […]

Music Video: Young Cardamom & HAB – #1 Spice (From “Queen of Katwe”)

The Queen of Katwe hit theaters on Friday, September 23rd. To mark the premiere of the movie, the film released a music video for the opening song from its soundtrack, “#1 Spice”. The song is by Ugandan hip-hop duo Young Cardamom & HAB. Queen of Katwe star, Lupita Nyongo, is seen in the music video […]

Ball: GWB Commission’s Best Dressed Couples at GWB Commission’s 7th Annual Green, White & Blue Ball 2016 (#ThrowbackThursday)

The GWB Commission, held their 7th Annual Green, White & Blue Ball, celebrating Sierra Leone’s 55th year of independence, on Saturday, April 23rd. The event took place at the elegant and dynamic music entertainment concert hall, The Fillmore Silver Spring. All Things Ankara was at the ball to cover all the ankara print fashionable moments from the event. See the couples […]

Movie Premiere: David Oyelowo and Family in Custom KUTULA BY AFRICANA for Queen of Katwe Hollywood Movie Premiere

The premiere of Disney’s ‘Queen Of Katwe’ was held at the El Capitan Theatre on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 in Hollywood, California. David Oyelowo and his family graced the red carpet in custom asoebi styled outfits by KUTULA BY AFRICANA. See photos below.