Share FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinWhatsappTelegramEmail 2.7K Ghanaian sensation Dede Ayite has blazed a trail at the 2024 Tony Awards, becoming the first Black woman to clinch the Tony for Best Costume Design of a Play. Ayite wowed with her stunning designs for “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” a captivating Harlem-set play by Jocelyn Bioh. Despite its short run, the play snagged five Tony nominations, with Ayite’s costumes being pivotal to the narrative magic. More Articles You Would Love Africa’s 5 Most Popular Languages You Need To Know In 2024; Yoruba Is Second Cosmetic Treatments That Have Peaked In NYC Due To The Rise In Zoom Meetings In a heartfelt acceptance speech, Ayite showered gratitude on her family, collaborators, and the brilliant Bioh. She gave a special shout-out to the unsung heroes—the costume shops and makers—acknowledging their crucial role in the show’s triumph. Describing her win as “huge,” Ayite expressed hopes of inspiring others to chase their dreams and share their own stories. She highlighted the communal nature of her victory, attributing it to the unwavering support of her community. The glittering 2024 Tony Awards at Lincoln Center in New York City celebrated this groundbreaking achievement, marking a momentous occasion in the world of theater. Read More Like This On Ghana Industry Creatives & Events VISIT OUR SHOP Hot Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick ViewAdd to Wishlist African Print Balloon Sleeve Jacket With Skirt Womenswear, Clothes, Boutique, Designer/Brand, FashionGHANA Designs, Jackets & Blazers, Skirts, Skater Skirt, Suits, Standard Customized Meas Sizes $80.00 – $180.00 Hot Add to cart Quick ViewAdd to Wishlist Mikoko Oversized Chiffon Print Top & Wide Pants Womenswear, Clothes, Boutique, Designer/Brand, Mikoko Deluxe, Tops, Oversized Tops, Trousers, Leggings & Shorts, Wide Leg Trousers, Standard Measurements Sizes Rated 3.80 out of 5 $140.00 Hot Add to cart Quick ViewAdd to Wishlist Pelliguen Canteen Chain Bag Bags, Canteen Bag, Cross Body Bag, Boutique, Designer/Brand, Pelliguen, Womenswear $180.00 Hot Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick ViewAdd to Wishlist Balloon Sleeve Chiffon Layered Top Womenswear, Clothes, Boutique, Designer/Brand, FashionGHANA Designs, Tops, Long Sleeves Top, Standard Dress Sizes Rated 4.40 out of 5 $120.00 Hot Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick ViewAdd to Wishlist Fohrella Sleeveless Negus Top + Press Fastening Leg Pant Menswear, Clothes, Boutique, Designer/Brand, Fohrella, Shirts, Negus Tops, Trousers, Standard Mens Sizes $70.00 – $180.00 Hot Add to cart Quick ViewAdd to Wishlist African Print Wide Sleeve Maxi Wrap Dress Womenswear, Clothes, Boutique, Designer/Brand, Dresses, FashionGHANA Designs, Maxi Dress, Wrap Dress, Standard Measurements Sizes $180.00 Hot Add to cart Quick ViewAdd to Wishlist Mud Cloth Caped Shoulder Jacket Womenswear, Clothes, Boutique, Designer/Brand, FashionGHANA Designs, Jackets & Blazers, Standard Measurements Sizes Rated 5.00 out of 5 $250.00 Hot Add to cart Quick ViewAdd to Wishlist Fohrella Blue Jeans & Wax Print Shirt & Shorts Menswear, Clothes, Boutique, Designer/Brand, Fohrella, Standard Mens Sizes $140.00 UPCOMING PRIORITY EVENTS! VIEW ALL EVENTS To Submit stories Email: submit@FashionGHANA.com or HashTag #FashionGHANA Share FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinWhatsappTelegramEmail FashionGHANA Admin FashionGHANA.com is a Fashion PR Company, Events planning & management team as well as Africa's leading Fashion Media House. Get Intouch with us and let's see how we can help you grow. info@FashionGHANAcom More For You Farewell to a Trailblazer: Guinea-Bissau’s Dina Adão Passes Away, Leaving a Legacy On... VIDEO: “Are You Happy Sleeping With A Married Man?” Designer Gracelyn Quansah Walks... Senegalese Fashion Brand Ashara Returns To Ghana To Rock Accra Fashion Week Once... Accra Fashion Week (Ghana) & 50+ Nations Join Forces to Announce BRICS International... Leading US Based Designer Myra Wallace-Walker To Grace The Accra Fashion Week 2024... VIDEO: Watch Nana Tamakloe Speak At The BRICS+ Fashion Summit On How Russia... Nana Tamakloe To Represent Ghana In Russia For The Prestigious International BRICS+ Fashion... The Last Launch of Rhythms on Da Runway 2024 Set for Nkrumah’s Birthday... Exclusive Scoop: Accra Fashion Week 2024 to Host Designers from 10 Countries! It’s... Nairobi Fashion Week 2025 Set To Celebrate Africa’s Fashion Pioneers and Sustainability; Dates...