Hemma creates fresh, elegant collections using authentic hand-woven Kente, a textile rich in African royal tradition. Kente began to flourish in West Africa in the 17th century and still remains prominent representing social prestige, luxury, and cultural sophistication. Each garment is uniquely handmade from intricately hand-woven Kente imported from Ghana. By incorporating the same techniques used to dress Ghanaian nobility for centuries, Hemma allows each client to exude royalty. By investing in quality pieces that last a lifetime, the lives of Ghanaian school children are also impacted. A percentage of all proceeds will be donated to a West African middle school where the designers instructed classes.

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

HEMMA AND THE FIRST ANNUAL GHANA PARADE

Join Hemma this SUNDAY at the first annual Ghana Parade. We will be celebrating the rich history of the country that inspired our line. The Hemma Models will be featuring in the 2009/2010 Collection on our float during the march from 12 - 1:30PM and at the fashion show at 2PM in Crotona Park. The parade begins at 12PM at Crotona Park located at Fulton Avenue and Crotona Park North in the Bronx, NY. See you there!

Sunday, August 9, 2009

The New York Times Spotlights Ghana

The New York Times Article explores the great paradox of Ghana where pain & pleasure truly meet.

Ghana’s Cape Coast