Matilda Madekufamba modeling a costume called “Birds of Prey”, designed by Hayden Harbin of Saldenah Carnival based in Toronto. Trevor Wright/NNSL photo
The Nunavut Black History Society concluded 2021’s Black History Month with a bang as various Northern and southern fashions were showcased during a black tie gala event at the Aqsarniit Hotel in Iqaluit on March 14.
Opening ceremonies for Black History Month started on Feb. 7 with the Sankofa Awards being given out to notable community members.
Other activities such as the Black History Month Film Festival at the Astro Theatre, the Jerusalema dance challenge and others took place throughout February and March.
Murielle Jassinthe strikes a powerful pose wearing an ankara two-piece by Cuttieesglam. Trevor Wright/NNSL photoMaya Fatma Jelali sporting a jacket from Victoria’s Arctic Fashion based in Rankin Inlet. Trevor Wright/NNSL photoHubert, left, and Steven White wearing sealskin vests, belts and bow ties by Apex's Rannva Design. Trevor Wright/NNSL photoFaith Russell dominates the catwalk wearing a jacket from Victoria’s Arctic Fashion. Trevor Wright/NNSL photoHanna Ogundimu wears one of her own designs from her own label Cuttieesglam from Nigeria. Trevor Wright/NNSL photoEmmanuel Francois puts on a Jesiwa B top from Ghana, the brand has a store located in Ottawa. Trevor Wright/NNSL photoPresident of the Nunavut Black History Society, Stephanie Bernard, sporting her gala finest during the community fashion show. Trevor Wright/NNSL photo
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