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Jennifer Akese Burney

Akese Stylelines Gallery

"Classy , sassy, authentic fashion!"

Akese Stylelines splashed on to the Chicago fashion scene in early 2012. Designer Jennifer Akese-Burney captures the vibrancy and color of the popular ankara tradition while offering a modern twist to traditional western silhouettes. "I want my clothes to make every woman to feel confident, bold, rejuvenated and empowered" says Akese-Burney of her latest 2019 collection, Crown Queen Collection....

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... Her work was recently featured on Essence magazine October 2019 issue.

Born and raised in Ghana and currently based in Chicago, Jennifer graduated with a Bachelors in Fashion Design and Technology from Takoradi Polytechnic. She started sewing at an early age and established Akese Stylelines in 2005. She is passionate about designing and producing unique pieces with a focus on fit, color, and prints.

Her collections blend African prints with western fabrics to create unique pieces that play with classic silhouettes and whimsical details. Whether it's a sultry look that accentuates a woman's shoulders or a nod to 1950s A-line silhouette, each piece is designed with a specific aesthetic in mind. Whether your stepping out for a power lunch or clocking in some work hours, Akese Stylelines offers versatile looks that are sure to make a statement.

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Best in show at Tempe Art festival 2019, Arizona

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New Akua mask, Reversible
Hats & Head Pieces
$30.00

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Alewa mask
Hats & Head Pieces
$30.00

 
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Fatia Mask . REVERSIBLE
Hats & Head Pieces
$30.00

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Ogya mask
Hats & Head Pieces
$30.00

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Dromo mask
Hats & Head Pieces
$30.00

 
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AKA mask
Hats & Head Pieces
$30.00

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Maame mask
Hats & Head Pieces
$30.00

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Amansa unisex mask
Hats & Head Pieces
$30.00

 
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Adwoanua mask
Hats & Head Pieces
$30.00

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Crown Ada dress
Dresses
$315.00

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Wakwan Jumpsuit
Dresses
$225.00

 
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Crown Nzinga dress
Dresses
$295.00

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Sankofa Pants
Skirts & Pants
$165.00

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Ahotonie jacket
Coats, Jackets & Vests
$260.00

 
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Nandi Duster
Coats, Jackets & Vests
$255.00

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Victoria Dress
Dresses
$235.00

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Sankofa Dress
Dresses
$255.00

 
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Nandi necklace
Necklaces & Pendants
$165.00

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Alewa mask and Head wrap set....
Hats & Head Pieces
$65.00