As the curtains close on another spectacular Black Art Fest, we find ourselves reflecting on the culmination of this vibrant celebration of culture, creativity, and community. The grand finale, Stomp Out, was a testament to the talent and unity that… Read moreStomp Out: Celebrating the History of the Divine 9
On February 21st, The Griot Institute welcomed Iyana Ife as a speaker for one of the spring series talks. Ayana Ife is a modest fashion designer with over fifteen years of experience dressing women of all sizes. She helps women… Read moreAyana Ife Lecture
Author’s Note: Each academic year, the Griot Institute identifies a question or issue of interest that’s central to the continued study of Black lives and cultures and develops a series of programs to explore these questions from multiple disciplinary perspectives and… Read moreExploring Black Lives & Cultures: T. Oliver Reid, Oklahoma, and the Nature of Joy
On February 27th, I attended a very engaging and uplifting vision board workshop with Modest Fashion Designer and Activist Ayana Ife. Ife has been dressing women of all sizes for over 15 years, with aims of empowerment, beauty, and comfort… Read moreAyana Ife Workshop 🐉
On February 23, 2024, the Bucknell Black Student Union (BSU) once again captivated audiences with their thirteenth annual Fashion Show. Under the theme of “Young, Gifted, and Black,” the event was a celebration of Black excellence, creativity, and resilience. As… Read moreShowcasing and Embracing Blackness: A Reflection on Black Arts Fest and the Thirteenth
Ayana Ife is a fashion designer who creates modest clothing for underserved women, helping them feel beautiful and comfortable in styles that empower and represent their values. She aims to find creative solutions for each client, dressing women of all… Read moreAyana Ife: “The Joy in Being Your Own Hero” 👑
