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For @christelecodo , African hair is not just an aesthetic conversation but a lived experience that shaped her identity and creative direction. What began as a personal relationship with hair evolved into a deeper exploration of culture, history, and representation.

Read the full story on www.fablstyle.com link in bio.

#fablstylemagazine #christelecodo #blackbeauty #HairAsIdentity #blackbeautynarratives by @christelecodo

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This moment is rooted in grace, purpose, and deep gratitude.

I’m thankful to God for the journey, the vision, and the growth.

To my mother, my brothers, my friends, and my extended community your unwavering support, messages, and presence continue to shape this path in the most meaningful way.

This is more than a moment… it’s a continuation of purpose.

With gratitude, always.
@afro_ele_ x @christelecodo
#afroele #afroelehairartistry #letsconquerthecontinent #christelecodo taken in Benin by @christelecodo

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🎀 PINK OCTOBER 🎀

We are in the month of Breast Cancer Awareness,here are 20 keywords ⬆️ to keep in mind throughout this month and throughout the year.

Let each word mean something to you. Let it be a reminder, an invitation, and most importantly, a call to action.

Know your body.
Start with breast self-examination and pay attention to any changes that feel unusual or different from what is.
🎀 Know your body. Check your breasts. Ask questions. Get informed. Take action.

Hair : Confidence Afro by @afro_ele_
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#PinkOctober #BreastCancerAwareness #BreastCancerPrevention #breasthealth taken in Accra, Ghana by @christelecodo

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Happy new month of October! 🎀💗

Wow… how many days are we from December? Or even 1st January? Time is really flying! It’s crazy how quickly we’re approaching the end of the year.

But here we are October. Still here, still present, still standing, and still adamant about our goals, our vision, and everything we set out to achieve.

And of course, October is the month of PINK Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 🎀

To all my beautiful women, please take care of yourselves. Prioritize your health, know your body, check your breasts, and get screened when appropriate. Your health matters. 💗

Happy October! May this month bring us closer to everything we’re working and praying for. ❤️

Confidence Afro by @afro_ele_
Dress by @ceeami__
Make up by @danishabeauty_ taken in Accra, Ghana by @christelecodo

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Life is worth living.
Worth appreciating.
Worth celebrating the quiet moments, the genuine laughter, the feeling of being understood without having to explain yourself, and the warmth of being loved in a way that feels like home.

Some seasons of life remind you that love isn’t always about grand gestures. Sometimes, it’s simply about finding someone who sees you, understands you, chooses you, and makes the ordinary feel beautiful.

Today, I’m just grateful.
Grateful for love. Grateful for happiness. Grateful for growth. Grateful for the beautiful things life has quietly placed in my hands.

I am here for love that feels safe, happiness that feels real, and moments worth holding onto.
Confidence Afro by @afro_ele_
Dress by @ceeami__
Make up by @danishabeauty_ taken in East Legon, Accra-Ghana by @christelecodo

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Forever a dolphin 🐬 surfing in Derbytopia 🌸🐚🧜‍♀️🐬 @sisterdeborah . @_photohumour taken in Pinocchio Ghana by @christelecodo

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Stepping into September wearing gratitude and creativity like a crown. 👑
A new month, a new mood, a new chapter wrapped in confidence, culture, and timeless style.

Ready to make your next look unforgettable? Book your next hair experience with Afro Ele Hair Artistry @afro_ele_
📩 DM us to book your appointment.

Fashion: @ceeami__ Women Collection
Hair: Confidence Afro by @afro_ele_
Makeup: @danishabeauty_
Photography: Selorm
#ConfidenceAfro #AfroEle #AfricanFashion taken in Accra, Ghana by @christelecodo

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AXISINON

AXISINON : The seasoned Beninese market woman; an entrepreneur whose identity is expressed through commerce, elegance, resilience, adornment, and the art of carrying and presenting her merchandise.

The headwrap is particularly important because it can vary in height, volume, structure and styling, making it almost an extension of her personality and social presence.

⭐️The established Axisinon: the experienced businesswoman, often elegantly dressed in bomba/boubou, adorned with jewelry and an elaborate headwrap.
⭐️The mobile Axisinon: the market woman who walks through the market carrying carefully arranged layers of merchandise on her head while selling and interacting with customers.

@afro_ele_ taken in Accra, Ghana by @christelecodo

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Hair is more than style, it’s history, identity, and art.

Founded by Christelle Codo, @afro_ele_ | Hair Art & Heritage is preserving Black and West African hair traditions through breathtaking sculptural braids, ancestral techniques, and contemporary creativity. Every creation tells a story of culture, heritage, and pride.

Which look speaks to you the most?

#debonair #debonairafrik #africafashion #fashion #FrontRow by @christelecodo

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OUIDAHVI IN ATTI

ATTI : une technique capillaire ancestrale africaine, un patrimoine vivant qui se transforme, traverse les générations et les frontières, et permet à une même base de coiffure de donner naissance à une infinité d’identités et d’expressions artistiques.

@afro_ele_ taken in Ouidah, Benin by @christelecodo

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« No one’s coming to save you. » I know, man!
I’m the eldest daughter.
I’ll figure it out, like l always do. taken in Accra, Ghana by @christelecodo

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