NEW YORK & COMPANY TAPS NIGERIAN DESIGNER BANKE KUKU FOR GABRIELLE UNION CAPSULE

Leading speciality manufacturer and retailer New York and Company and Nigerian designer Banke Kuku have collaborated on a special-edition capsule collection. The unique capsule launches as part of Gabrielle Union’s ongoing partnership with New York & Company and in celebration of Union’s 50th birthday trip to Africa. “The collection was inspired by both Gabrielle’s and my love for Africa,” says Creative Director and

Founder, Banke Kuku. “It was a very special project for me as it allowed me to bring particular inspiration to life through my pieces. Working with Gabrielle was extremely easy as she had a clear vision of the collection from the start whilst remaining continually supportive of my creativity. Together, we kept true to my brand.”