Inside De Forty Five - Style, fashion and the alternate culture of Accra
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The fashion and style scene of Accra, which has inspired a lot of the contemporary movements and events in Ghana has been influenced by many elements and personalities. Daniel ' Getupstandout' Mawuli Quist, is without a doubt, one of the pioneering driving forces of this movement. He is the founder of the De Fortyfive space, a haven for vintage fashion essentials, handcrafted products, and beautiful fashion accessories customised with a unique Ghanaian flavor. In this episode, which was recorded inside his amazing space, we have a conversation about how he started; his work process; the alternate urban scene in Accra, and other matters including how he became recognised as one of the best dressed, and most sought-after stylists in Accra. Enjoy this episode and don't forget to subscribe, wherever you listen to podcasts at.
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