The Dapifer

The Dapifer is an independent fashion publication dedicated to editorial photography, fashion industry news, art and streetwear. The publication was founded by Lakenya Kelly, during his undergraduate studies at Cornell University in 2010. Originally launched as a small streetwear blog, it released its first print issue in October 2011. Since then, the print edition has maintained a somewhat secretive release schedule. The Dapifer's past cover models have included eyewear designers CoCo & Breezy and Aamito Lagum, winner of Africa's Next Top Model. , The Dapifer is wholly owned by its founder and Editor in Chief Lakenya Kelly.
Contributors.
The fashion media platform has worked with brands and agencies including Ford Models, Wilhelmina Models, New York Models, Alexander McQueen, Saint Laurent and La Jolla Fashion Film Festival. The title also routinely works with contemporary visual artists including Brooklyn based painter Michael Alan. The Dapifer has a global presence and has been recognized in popular press including "Five New York City Events that You'll be Mad you Missed" by AXS and Models.com. In July 2016, Lakenya Kelly was appointed as a judge at La Jolla Fashion Film Festival alongside publications like L'Offiiciel.
Smartphone Application.
In 2015, The Dapifer shifted its focus to digital publishing in recognition of the steady decline of print publishing. The publication has released its own iOS and Android apps for mobile access to digital issues.
Creative Network.
In 2016, The Dapifer launched The Dapifer: The List, a private online networking site functioning as a career tool for creative professionals. Directed at photographers, models, stylists and creative professionals the site can be compared to networking site Modelmayhem. By signing up members are granted access to castings, networking opportunities and editorial photography submissions.