Admission is Free | Open Wed–Sun

Admission is Free | Open Wed–Sun

Three women wearing traditional Nigerian gele headwraps made of shiny fabric in red, blue, and pink colors
Talk / Lecture

Culture Fix: Azeezat Abiola Amusat on the Head Wraps of African-Print Fashion Now!

July 26, 2017 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM

Head wraps on the continent of Africa are as dynamic and diverse as the African-Print cloth fashions they complement. Azeezat Abiola Amusat of Abiola Beauty Concept, who created all the unique wraps on view in African-Print Fashion Now!, will discuss her designs and demonstrate the wrapping of one elaborate style.

#CultureFix is a short format, informal gallery talk featuring artists, curators and other luminaries. No reservation required. Culture Fix programs are free of charge.

Parking available in UCLA Lot 4, 221 Westwood Plaza off Sunset Blvd
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