Dakar Fashion Week 2012
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Dakar Fashion Week 2012

Published 1001 GMT (1801 HKT) June 21, 2012
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African designers presented their creations during the 10th annual Dakar Fashion Week in the Senegal capital. Here, a model displays a tribal-inspired head piece by Moroccan designer Jamila Lafqir. AFP/Getty Images
A model takes to the catwalk in an outfit by Lebanese-Ivorian designer Elien Kuame. AFP/Getty Images
Another Elien Kuame design on display at the Radisson Blu hotel in Dakar. AFP/Getty Images
An intricate wedding dress by Moroccan designer Meireym Boussiko. AFP/Getty Images
Models applaud Niger fashion designer Alphadi -- shown holding the Senegalese flag -- at the end of the opening day on June 12. AFP/Getty Images
Benin designer Dasha Nicou adds a modern twist to traditional African styles. AFP/Getty Images
Bright colors dominated the week, such as these playful outfits from Senegalese designer Mamta Lopy. AFP/Getty Images
Old Hollywood glamor met traditional African fashion in this piece from Benin designer by Dasha Nicoue. AFP/Getty Images
Colorful creations from Senegalese designer Adama Amanda Ndiaye -- the name behind the Adama Paris label -- during the opening day. AFP/Getty Images
Senegalese designer Amdou Diop, center, thanks the crowd following his show. AFP/Getty Images
A model presents a creation from Senegalese designer Mamta Lopy. AFP/Getty Images
Senegalese designer Maguette Gueye reimagines traditional African fashion. AFP/Getty Images