【Angola Pavilion】A glamorous runway where the pride and beauty of Angola intersect Angola Pavilion Press Release: October 3, 2025 To Members of the Media A glamorous runway where the pride and beauty of Angola intersect. A fashion show by Angola’s leading fashion designer, Carla Silva, will be held at the Angola Pavilion at the Osaka Kansai Expo on October 1st. A special fashion show by Angola’s leading fashion designer, Carla Silva, was held at the Angola Pavilion at EXPO 2025 Osaka Kansai from 6:00 PM on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. The show, which blended Angolan history with modern sensibilities, attracted approximately 50 VIP guests, who experienced a moment of immersion in the depths of Angolan culture through vibrant, energetic fashion.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/165377/7/165377-7-ad299f829251eb9fa806a7dff5a439a6-2384×1589.jpg Tribute: Dedicated to the Legendary Queen N’Jinga Mbandi This collection is inspired by Queen N’Jinga Mbandi (1582-1663), one of the most revered female leaders in Angolan history. As queen of the kingdoms of Ndongo and Matamba, she bravely resisted Portuguese colonial rule and maintained her country’s independence with her brilliant diplomatic strategy and spiritual strength. The designs that appeared on the runway were sprinkled with elements symbolizing Queen Nzinga, such as the golden crown, crimson robes, and powerful silhouettes, vividly expressing a strong and beautiful story woven together by tradition and modernity. The Intersection of Tradition and Modernity: New Expressions of Modern Africa This collection, “Raizes Tecidos com “Historia” (Roots Woven with History) infuses Angolan culture and ancestral memories into the designer’s own textiles, featuring meticulous depictions of flora and fauna, Kalandula Falls, Queen Nzinga Mbandi, the Iron Palace, the Slavery Museum, the Luanda Fortress, Portuguese ships, and motifs symbolizing the 21 provinces. These original fabric designs are exquisitely blended with
high-quality materials such as sheer organza, lustrous duchesse satin, delicate lace, and the rich, structured mikado. A total of 14 looks appeared on the runway, captivating the audience with their brilliance and power. The color scheme was also striking, with earthy natural browns layered with passionate reds and iconic golds, creating a visual world where African identity resonated with modern
sensibilities. Tradition and innovation intersect, creating a truly striking stage performance that reflected a new expression of contemporary Africa.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/165377/7/165377-7-13486caf6b307176021db700f33c9501-1800×2700.jpg Carla Carla Silva Profile: A Designer Embracing African Pride Carla Silva is a fashion designer from Angola who has been active
internationally for 34 years. She studied visual arts and fashion design at the Antonio Arroio Art School in Portugal, and has since produced numerous original works that combine African traditions with global fashion trends. Her work has been exhibited in cities such as New York, Dubai, Hong Kong, Portugal, Milan, Mozambique, Tanzania, Ghana, and Kenya. He has also participated in events such as Expo Dubai, Angola Fashion Week, Swahili Fashion Week, and the UCOF show at the Museum of the City of New York. In addition, he has served as the official stylist for various beauty pageants, including Miss Luanda, Miss Angola Portugal, and Miss World. In recognition of his talent and contributions to African fashion, he won the “Best International Fashion Designer” award in Angola in 2013 and the “Fashion Designer of the Year” award in Portugal in 2018. He has also participated in the Pan-African Fashion Show for 10 consecutive years and has received the Diplomas de Merito (Diplomas de Merito) 10 times.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/165377/7/165377-7-587b3ff1b63b4720b402d2a98513cdb3-2700×1800.jpg “Today’s fashion show was a valuable opportunity for visitors to deeply experience Angola’s proud history, culture, and creativity. We are extremely honored to have been able to introduce the charm of Angola to so many people through the art of fashion,” said Albina Assis Africano, director of the Angola Pavilion, speaking of the significance of the event.
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