When we came across Kitschai's collection, we were amazed by the diversity and creativity of each piece. Some pieces are classic, some are casual, some are purely bold — and we love all of them. Regardless of fashionistas' rooting interests, there's sure to be something for everyone in this West African safari-inspired collection. Emerging designer Andrea Ushedo, the founder of Kitschai, plays with costume design, high fashion and ready-to-wear. She also has a vintage 90s feel with a modern touch, demonstrated her fabric choices. Ushedo previously garnered buzz with her edgy fashion short film "The Initiation" (below). She clearly resides in a universe filled with unbridled imagination and, you'll see in the interview below, that she's totally in sync with her first collection. A little extra: the printed fabrics were hand dyed in Guinea and Mali.

Poundo: Who is Andrea Ushedo?

Andrea Ushedo is just a girl, a girl who wishes she was a giraffe, but a girl nonetheless.

P: What is the label name?

A: The name of my entire brand is called, Kitschai. The collection is called Unicorns And Bullet Wounds.

P: What is your favorite animal print?

A: It would have to be giraffe!

P: Can I call you "bubu"?

A: Most certainly. ^_^

P: What is cool?

A: Cool is a word, a word that's describes Salvador Dali.

P: Bubu, could you tell Prêt-à-Poundo a secret that all the fashion world doesn't know about you?

A: Ermmm, I truly believe in utopia. I intend on creating my very own utopia called 'Zybatron.' It will take many years of spiritual, mental and financial growth but I will one day, build my land of perfection.

P: What do you think of the term "African Fashion"?

A: I think it's a box, it automatically makes me think of Ankara, which isn't too great because fashion in Africa means so much more than that.

P: What are the trends for A/W 13?

A: Whatever you feel like. I'm not a fashion guru, sadly. I was going to google it but, that would be cheating. I personally love layers, stripes and dark colours, so if you're reading this Mr. Trendsetter, please make it happen.

P: What's an accessory/trend/print or outfit you can't stand at all?

A: I'm not a fan of wedged trainers, at all!

P: Stylistically, what is your favorite movie?

A:Alice in Wonderland.

P: If I say Prêt-À-Poundo, what do you say?

A: I'm not too sure what I'm ready to do [laughs]. Or, I'd say 'yes please.'

P: Describe Andrea Ushedo in one word.

A: Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious

P: A word about Okayafrica. Okayafrica is ...

A: ...A great platform, very encouraging and supportive. But if you literally meant a word, then is go with... Amaze!