Alphadi

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Born to Arabic parents in Mali on June 1, 1957, Seidnaly Sidhamed aka Alphadi is a notable French fashion designer known as the "Magician of the Desert". His first haute couture line was released in 1985 at the Paris International Tourism Tradeshow. His line has since extended into sportswear and perfume. The Alphadi line which has boutiques in Niger, Ivory Coast, and France, has won the 1998 Prince Claus Awards as well as numerous others. In 1998, he created the first FIMA, International African Fashion Show in Niger. This event was a chance for African designer to come together with international Designer such as Yves saint laurent, Kenzo, Jean Paul Gaultier, Paco Rabanne just to name these. Since that time this event is being going on every 2 years. In 2007, He launched a new contest during the FIMA and Hip Hop FIMA Contest.

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Chevalier de l'Ordre de Mérite de la France (2001)
Kora Fashion Award - South Africa (1999)
Meilleur Styliste Africain - Fédération Française de la Couture et du Prêt à Porter (1987)