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In 1992, you launch your label Baïfall Dream. What inspired you this name? And what is the philosophy behind this concept?
I sign my creations Baïfall Dream, the dream of colors, and I am federating a group of artists Baïfall Dream & The Human Tribe, around my brand realized in workshop. I brought together fashion, painting and music. Exchange between artists, and a philosophy Which symbolizes dialogue, and the diversity of cultures.
We notice that the background of Baïfall Dream is a kind of patchwork on materials like leather or suede. With this style what message do you want to pass?
I work the noble materials, as the way of assembling the mythical fabric of the patchwork. I like the vibration of the skin, it is a way to find my Africa, to bring it closer to other origins and cultures. My collection is aimed at stylish and modern women, looking for a vintage ethnic spirit, a unique and exclusive style, that merges genres and tackles colors and noble materials in a subtle way. I thus demonstrate through my journey that Art is multiple and moving.
When you are given the label of stylist, you laugh, arguing, I quote: "Who says fashion, says outdated. I did not go where they were waiting for me. I do not make rags but art pieces.” What does this imply that your works are not meant to be worn, but merely contemplated, or that when one decides to wear them, one adheres to a certain idea of Art which 'Has no price?
My fashion is an innovative style, that creates trends, a genuine work of confidential and
personalized Art. I have initiated a special atmosphere to my movable Art works, a prolific and living Street-Afro-Pop-Art essence. A philosophy that symbolizes the diversity of world cultures. Many personalities appropriate my creations and are faithful to my Art. Baïfall Dream is the fashionable wearing that carries the World Culture Couture, of worn Art.
You soon understood, that you had to give your business a friendly setting by opening a tea room that helps to create a social dialogue outside the commercial aspect, do you think this helped a better exchange Between the African diaspora in France as well as with the nationals of your host country?
I am generous in approaching my creation, as with regards to Senegal, Africa in general and its diaspora. The opening of the Salon de Thé Gallery La Theranga, a place where cultures are brewing, allows young artists to participate in the ephemeral scene, and the exhibition of Art and culture. An initiative to promote the richness, and diversity of cultures, a genuine dialogue of cultures.
You are also a musician specializing in Slam and the "koralyre", a traditional instrument that is a mixture of guitar, kora, zither and lyre. How does music inspire your work as a stylist or what role does it play?
I play the koralyre, a musical instrument that I created and designed with Philippe Dubreuil, a French luthier based in London. Actually I have several strings to my bow, my musical instruments are unique, and my sounds in the heart of poetry. The musical path is symbolic, because my instrument gives live tones to my parades and my shows.