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Imane Ayissi

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Imane Ayissi is a Cameroonian-French fashion designer recognized for his eponymous haute couture label, which he presents at Paris Haute Couture Week. As a guest member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode, Ayissi integrates traditional African textiles and artisanal techniques with classic European garment construction. His collections are known for utilizing materials like Kanga cloth and natural fibers to create modern, sculptural silhouettes.

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Who is Imane Ayissi?

Imane Ayissi is a Cameroonian designer and Paris-based couturier whose work joins African textile heritage with French haute couture. Before focusing on fashion design, he worked as a dancer with the Cameroon National Ballet and as a model for houses including Dior, Lanvin, Givenchy, Yves Saint Laurent, and Valentino. [SCAD FASH](https://www.scadfash.org/about/news-and-press/scad-fash-presents-imane-ayissi-africa-world)

Which African textiles does Imane Ayissi use?

His work has incorporated Ghanaian kente, Cameroonian raffia, Senegalese manjak, and Burkina Faso's Faso Dan Fani. The designer combines these materials with silk, satin, and other couture fabrics while emphasizing traditional craft skills. [FHCM](https://www.fhcm.paris/en/news/a-feel-for-fashion-imane-ayissi)

When was the Imane Ayissi fashion house founded?

The Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode lists the house's creation year as 2004. Ayissi was then invited in 2020 as a guest member to present on the official Paris Haute Couture calendar. [FHCM](https://www.fhcm.paris/en/house/imane-ayissi) [SCAD FASH](https://www.scadfash.org/about/news-and-press/scad-fash-presents-imane-ayissi-africa-world)

Can I buy Imane Ayissi pieces outside the runway collections?

Yes, the official site offers couture, made-to-wear pieces, accessories, and selected garments for sale. Examples shown on the site include a silk and raffia jacket priced at €3,100 and a Ghanaian kente coat priced at €4,200, although prices and stock can change. [Imane Ayissi official site](https://imane-ayissi.com/)