issue no. #509
Asake - Amapiano
Emerging from the vibrant scene of Asake's 'Amapiano' video is a smorgasbord of fashion aesthetic that not simply dazzles, but indeed tells a sartorial tale. The visual narrative stages a riveting blend of everyday getups and avant-garde apparel. Where the casual is anchored by robust graphic tees and a flirtation with denim, the extraordinary surfaces in floor-sweeping gowns and bedazzled numbers that invoke an almost inter-galactic sentiment. The collection emerges unencumbered by colour restraints, dashing from endearing pastel tones to saturated burgundy and back to tame, earthy hues. It indeed delves into an enticing palette of expression. A harmonious shift between the edgy and the elegant is executed with an air of expertise. Micro mini skirts, fringe oblong scarves and vibrant bandeau bodycon dress set pulses racing, while a subdued satin pyjama set introduces a sigh of relaxation. For the adventurous, an asymmetrical mesh top or a smoke print piece offer a wild ride to the realms of edgy chic. The tame end of the spectrum is sated by simple roll neck knit tops. Eye-catching sunglasses and a faux fur trapper hat serve as the ever-necessary accessories, adding the perfect cherry to this sartorial sundae. Asake’s ‘Amapiano’ video is a fashion exhibition that straddles the boundary between the majestic and the mainstream, offering a unique experience of style and aesthetic celebration.