The maiden edition of FASHION ICON AWARDS  was held on Saturday, at the La Palm Beach Hotel in Accra.

The British High Commissioner to Ghana, UNAIDS Country Director – Girmay Haile, King of Igbo in Ghana – Chuks Ihenetu, Vlisco brand ambassador – Eugenia Tachie-Menson, Nana Tiaah Darkoa I, and a Ministry of Tourism representative were among the dignitaries that attended.

Performing acts included Wiyaala Noella, Sala, Chemphe, Alberto, Hogan, Baba Spirit and Elaff.

Organizer, Bashiru Wasiu Ayinde says its objective “is to celebrate Ghanaian fashion industry and the promoters of it. We believe that what you appreciate, doesn’t depreciate.”

Winners

Lifetime Achievement Award – Mawuli Kofi Okudzeto

Male Model of the year – Raphael Tetteh

Female Model of the year – Julee Djoulde Bocoum

Male Personality of the year – Chris Attoh

Female Personality of the year – Beatrice Arthur

Accessory Brand of the Year – Sa4a Designs

Brand of the Year – Duaba Serwa

Contribution to Fashion [Organization] – Radford University College

Contribution to Fashion [Textile] – Vlisco

Special Recognition Awards – Ernest O. Look and Fashiongh TV

Outstanding Achievement Award – Victoria Michaels

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