Dive into the stories about who and what is shaping the African fashion scene and what’s culturally relevant today.
BCiti Clothings prioritises “Functional Heritage” in their new collection bridging Lagos and London through fashion.
4 days ago
There are certain pieces of clothing that subtly alter the way a person carries herself. Posture adjusts, movements become more deliberate, and presence sharpens. With Valora, Ogechi Edith Osi presents five dresses for St. Nuella that are designed to do exactly that. The name Valora is derived from the Latin valere, meaning strength, worth and […]
4 weeks ago
The hashtag #2026IsTheNew2016 is trending, and for good reason. What began as a casual prompt to spark nostalgia quickly became an excavation of cultural memory. Playlists resurfaced, memes circulated again, decade-old photos reappeared, and debates ignited over who dominated Nigerian Twitter, which songs soundtracked our lives, and what films people actually showed up to watch. […]
1 month ago
If you missed it, Lagos witnessed one of its most stylish evenings this weekend as Polo Avenue hosted a glamorous, colourful, and elegantly curated soirée in honour of Swedish luxury eyewear designer, Anna-Karin Karlsson. Held at the exquisite Delborough Hotel in the heart of Victoria Island, the evening unfolded like a scene from a modern […]
3 months ago
Like his debut album’s title—When it Blooms—To Cry a Flood, the title of Nonso Amadi’s latest EP buzzes with dramatic flair. In another world, it’s the title of a tragic film or a deeply stirring painting. In the cover art, we see Nonso Amadi splayed on a glassy ocean. The sun, a tiny orifice of […]
4 months ago
Heineken Lagos Fashion Week is officially set to return from October 26th to October 30th. This season, collaboration, co-creation and community remain the driving force as Lagos Fashion Week refreshes the focus with a continued resolve to demonstrate commitment to funding, capacity building across retail, manufacturing, and navigating the circular economy and education. Kicking off […]
3 years ago
On October 13, Heineken Lagos Fashion Week held it’s official opening event of the season – its press cocktail at the Art Hotel, Lagos. Integrating the fashion community and key stakeholders, the press cocktail was an opportunity to officially unravel the plans of this season. Lagos Fashion Week will return from October 26th -30th 2022, […]
3 years ago
There comes a time in everyone’s life when they stare into their wardrobe and realize they don’t like any of their clothes. If you’re about to go out for the evening, this can seem like a disaster, and your only option is to throw something together and hope you get through it. But, clothes should […]
4 years ago
Since its inception in 2011, #LagosFW has been integral to shaping Africa’s fashion future. This year, Heineken Lagos Fashion Week is preparing for workshops, retail activations, runway shows, and presentations for the new season with a continued resolve to strengthen the fashion ecosystem together. In order to achieve this, the organization has had to think […]
4 years ago
Prime Video premiers a new series based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s classic The Lord of the Rings, The Rings of Power. There’s been a lot of global buzz surrounding this new series, with events around the world, such as a premiere in Mumbai and more recently in London and from what we hear, Africa is not […]
4 years ago
Hats are a great way to change your overall look, boost your confidence, and keep you warm. But with so many different hats, it can be hard to know which one is right for you and your occasion. When you need to grace an occasion, you might be indecisive about which hat is right for […]
4 years ago
There are a lot of things to think about when planning your wedding. Even the tiniest detail can seem like an insurmountable challenge at times. But if there’s one thing that won’t cause you sleepless nights, it’s the idea of what jewelry to wear on your wedding day. Phew! That may not seem like much […]
4 years ago
Sneaker culture is a key component of Hip hop culture. Originating from the 80s and built across the intersection of basketball and Hip Hop, it has evolved over the years as a way in which people express their personalities and interests. This has also influenced a wave of content formats where pop culture figures showcase […]
4 years ago
