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