Although based in Vancouver, BC, Naa Sheka Fashion is inspired by the richness of Ghana’s culture. Established in 2007, Sheka’s designs grabs your attention with the vibrant textiles utilized which are a reflection of this West African country. This line is also produced in a socially conscious manner and provides steady jobs to locals since all the manufacturing is done in Ghana.

Naa Sheka’s label includes recyclable bags, trendy yoga mats, totes, accessories, ready-to-wear clothes and will be introducing a children’s line this upcoming summer. Fashion 360 Magazine snagged an exclusive interview with Naa Sheka herself and we have it for you here.

How did your career in fashion begin?

My career in fashion began when I moved to Ghana in 2007 to do a semester at the University of Ghana. I was fascinated by the textiles and wanted to learn more, so I engaged with the local community to learn the history of the fabrics. After the semester, I moved back from Ghana and started to design and build the company. Interestingly I later learned, my grandmother traded textiles throughout West Africa to support the family. …show more content…
My father was born in Accra, Ghana and although I had only been to Africa a couple times as a child. I was always exposed to the vibrant textiles of the region. While I had always like them I appreciated them more as I got older. Also, growing up we always had traditional outfits made for us from Ghana which is why when I became a designer I decided to focus on that area of Africa.

Could you tell us about the process of construction your collection items go