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Èlon Kebede, a Kansas City-based designer and entrepreneur, has been named executive director of the Fashion Arts Fund. A veteran of several fashion internships, including stints with African Mosaïque, Brother Vellies, and Nardos Design, Kebede has launched her own evening and bridal wear label, ÈLU by Èlon. Her designs blend Ethiopian and Western styles and evoke emotions through “sleek silhouettes with a touch of drama.” Kebede credits her mother and family with inspiring her passion for fashion, which she hid from her parents initially, but eventually developed into a successful career. She aims to give back through charitable ventures and school-building initiatives.
