TruFacebyGrace at the Smithsonian: Into the "Future of Fashion" Fashion Show

Date: May 12, 2022
Event: The Future of Fashion
Location: Smithsonian Arts + Industries Building, Washington, D.C.
Produced by: Roquois | Studio Couture
In partnership with: HBO

A Bold Vision of the Future

TruFacebyGrace was honored to be featured in “The Future of Fashion”, a groundbreaking runway event at the Smithsonian’s Arts + Industries Building. This electrifying fashion show, produced by Roquois and powered by HBO, was part of the museum’s “FUTURES” exhibition — a celebration of innovation, sustainability, and cultural evolution through the lens of design.

The night promised “an evening trip into a sustainable, equitable, and inclusive future of fashion.” And we delivered.

The Power of Afrofuturism in Fashion

Grace Yeboah Ofori, founder and creative force behind TruFacebyGrace, brought Afrofuturism to life with handmade, wearable art that fused tradition, tech, and unapologetic Black pride. From intricately beaded regalia to architectural brass adornments, every piece told a story of royalty, resilience, and reclamation.

✨ Key Elements in the Collection:

• Upcycled African textiles

• Brass and metallic embellishments

• Cowry shell symbolism

• Handwoven beadwork by West African artisans

• Futuristic silhouettes made for queens, kings, and nonbinary royalty

Spotlight on Sustainability and Empowerment

TruFacebyGrace is more than a jewelry brand — it’s a movement rooted in sustainability, economic empowerment, and African storytelling. Our inclusion in this future-forward showcase reaffirms our mission: to redefine luxury as culture-driven, artisan-made, and proudly African.

As seen in our runway looks:

• Every statement necklace and shoulder armor was handmade with ethically sourced materials.

• Artisans from Ghana, Mali, and Kenya collaborated on beadwork, metalsmithing, and design.

• The show uplifted underrepresented creatives, pushing fashion toward a more inclusive future.

Designers Who Shared the Runway

TruFacebyGrace stood alongside bold creatives such as:

• @Phenotypsetter

• Vincent Li

• YASUYUKI ISHII

• @awmw_studio (Natalie Abrams)

• @fashionsbyletam (Frank Huynh)

• @Joey_Jett

Together, these designers redefined what fashion can look like when it dares to imagine new worlds.

Experience the Magic

This moment wasn’t just a show — it was a declaration.

The future of fashion is African. The future of fashion is handmade. The future of fashion is bold.

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