1. Name : Akua Serwaa-Sarfo

2. My connection to Africa is: I was born and raised in Ghana for the first 9 years of my life

3. Which Parts of Africa Have you Travelled to: Only Ghana (for now)

4. My Current Location is: Ottawa, Canada

5. Who designs your African Outfits or where do you Buy it from: Fortunately for me I am a designer. I design and sew my own African outfits.

6. What do you Love About Africa: I love our culture and the carefree spirits of the people.

7. Which African Designer label do you Dream of wearing one day: Vlisco! I love love love their dramatic gowns!

Ghanaian-born Akua Serwaa-Sarfo is a talented aspiring fashion designer behind the elegant afro-chic creations known as IyZaiah.

Shaddernista’s is a column dedicated to our audience; Shadders will love to see all proud individuals rocking their African outfits here. All you will have to do is answer a few questions and attach pictures of yourself and send it to us. Together we will promote African Fashion. You can reach Shadders at Shaddernista@gmail.com. Oh, and don’t forget to send along a clear photograph of yourself rocking your outfit and contact details of whoever designed your outfit. Thanks

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