The Dapifer

The Dapifer is an independent Fashion publication that focuses on editorial photography, fashion industry news, art, and street wear. It was founded by Lakenya Kelly during his undergraduate studies at Cornell University in 2010.[1] Initially starting as a small streetwear blog, it later released its first print issue in October 2011, maintaining a limited print release schedule since then. The publication has featured notable cover models, including eye wear designers such as Coco & Breezy and Aamito Lagum, winner of Africa's Next Top Model.[2] As of February 2017, The Dapifer is owned by its founder and editor-in-chief, Lakenya Kelly.[1]

The Dapifer
Editor-in-ChiefLakenya Kelly
CategoriesFashion magazine
FounderLakenya Kelly
Founded2010
First issueOctober 2011 (2011-10)
CompanyThe Dapifer, LLC
CountryUnited States
Based inNew York City
LanguageEnglish

Contributors

The fashion media platform has collaborated with various brands and agencies, including Ford Models, Wilhelmina Models, New York Models, Alexander McQueen, Saint Laurent, and La Jolla Fashion Film Festival. The Dapifer also regularly collaborates with contemporary visual artists, such as Brooklyn-based painter Michael Alan. The publication has gained recognition in major media outlets and events, including being featured in "Five New York City Events that You'll be Mad you Missed" by AXS and Models.com.[3][4] In July 2016, Lakenya Kelly was appointed as a judge at La Jolla Fashion Film Festival alongside publications like L'Officiel. [5]

Online platforms

In response to the changing media landscape and the decline of print media, The Dapifer transitioned its operations to digital publishing in 2015. The publication introduced iOS and Android apps facilitate mobile access to its digital content.[6] [7]

In 2016, The Dapifer launched an online networking platform known as The Dapifer: The List. This platform serves as a career resource for professionals in the fields of photography, modeling, styling, and creative arts. It is designed to facilitate networking and career development and can be compared to other networking sites like Modern Mayhem.

References
  1. "DISCUSSING FASHION PUBLISHING WITH "THE DAPIFER"". Les Assorties. 2016-05-25. Retrieved 2017-04-01.
  2. ""I don't just dream, I do"! Aamito Stacie Lagum shares her Achievements & Motivation with Fab New Shoot | Photography by Remi Adetiba". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2017-04-01.
  3. "5 Niche Fashion & Lifestyle Magazines You Should Pitch | Fashion & Lifestyle PR Sourcebook | PR Couture". Fashion & Lifestyle PR Sourcebook | PR Couture. 2015-12-07. Retrieved 2017-04-01.
  4. "The Dapifer - Member of GoSee". www.gosee.de. Retrieved 2017-04-01.
  5. "Media Partners LJIFFF 2016 | La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival". www.ljfff.com. Retrieved 2017-04-01.
  6. "Print readership is still plummeting, and paywalls aren't really helping". Fortune. Retrieved 2017-04-01.
  7. "Connecting to the iTunes Store". itunes.apple.com. Retrieved 2017-04-01.
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