MÄFO Dress Brunch
Women of Global and Lasting Influence
An intimate gathering of global leaders and patrons of African fashion — women and male allies across diplomacy, finance, business, philanthropy, fashion and culture — convening in New York on the sidelines of UNGA81.
Fashion as cultural power. Patronage as economic influence. Women as architects of global possibility.
A Consequential Room During UNGA81
The MÄFO Dress Brunch will convene an intimate circle of global leaders around fashion, trade, cultural influence and women's economic power. Guests will experience thoughtful conversation, the unveiling of the newest MÄFO collection and special recognition of distinguished women whose patronage and leadership are expanding the possibilities of African fashion.
- Curated UNGA81 leadership conversation
- MÄFO collection unveiling
- Plated brunch and cocktails
- Distinguished recognition and curated gifting
Distinguished Honourees
Honourees to be announced.
Experience Inclusions
- Curated UNGA81 leadership conversation
- MÄFO collection unveiling
- Plated brunch and cocktails
- Distinguished recognition and curated gifting
Three Ways to Join
THE MÄFO EXPERIENCE
- The MÄFO Dress
- The brunch experience
- A curated gift
- A surprise reserved for the room
Attendance is limited and subject to confirmation.
From Cambridge to Washington—and Now UNGA81
The MÄFO Dress Brunch Tour has brought African fashion into influential academic, financial and policy communities — from the Harvard community in Cambridge to Washington, D.C., during the World Bank and IMF Spring Meetings. In September, an influencer brunch hosted by Claire Sulmers, Founder and CEO of Fashion Bomb Daily, will build cultural momentum before the movement enters its most globally consequential room to date during UNGA81.
When one woman moves forward, she brings another with her.
From Fashion to Lasting Opportunity
The MÄFO Movement is helping ignite the Creative Economy Program under Mothers to Daughters' Generational Intelligence Lab, an initiative built to equip emerging women creatives and entrepreneurs with the intelligence, mentorship, technology and strategic relationships required to build sustainable businesses.
- Elevate African design and craftsmanship
- Strengthen women-led creative enterprises
- Connect women across generations, industries and borders
- Create visibility and paid opportunities for emerging leaders
- Expand access to mentorship, AI tools and strategic relationships
The dress creates visibility. The program turns that visibility into enterprise, income and lasting influence. And it moves toward something larger: helping 100,000 women entrepreneurs gain access to mentorship, leadership resources, influential networks and opportunity by 2035.
FAQ's
What is the registration deadline?
Requests for consideration are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we recommend applying as early as possible. For the exact cutoff date, contact info@kibonen.com.
What is the approval and payment timeline?
Approved guests receive a private registration link within two business days of submitting their request.
What is the cancellation and transfer policy?
For cancellation or transfer requests, please contact info@kibonen.com directly and our team will assist you.
How is the dress delivered or picked up?
Delivery and pickup arrangements are confirmed individually with each guest after registration. Questions can be sent to info@kibonen.com.
What is the alteration policy?
Alteration details are shared directly with each guest after registration. For questions, contact info@kibonen.com.
When is the venue disclosed?
The venue is shared directly with confirmed guests closer to the event date, in keeping with the discretion of this gathering.
What is the photography policy?
Professional photography will take place at the event. By registering, guests consent to being photographed for MÄFO's marketing and archival use.
Who can I contact with questions?
You can reach the Kibonen team directly at info@kibonen.com.
Is the invitation transferable?
Invitations are issued to a named guest and are not transferable. For exceptions, contact info@kibonen.com.
May I bring a companion?
Attendance is limited and subject to confirmation, so please register your companion separately through one of the three ticket pathways. For questions, contact info@kibonen.com.