Once again, we present to you the big fashion and food popup fair that has become a unique Lagos style. On the 18th of December 2016, fashion cookout will be playing host to big fashion icons, artistes and mainly vendors/guests who look forward to gaining an edge in the industry. So, come out let’s shop... Read More
The just concluded All Africa Music Awards grand finale which held on November 6, 2016 in Lagos has set in motion a fashion evolution that remains talked about in fashion circles. The AFRIMA Red Carpet, which has been tagged one of its kind, enveloped the entire Eko Hotel and Suites driveway and even extended to... Read More
by Merhdor Attah Exactly two weeks after the annual Lagos Fashion and Design Week, LFDW, their 2013 sponsors organized a two-day event dubbed ‘GTB Fashion Weekend’. No. It is not a similar concept to British Fashion Council’s London Fashion Weekend for upcoming designers. Instead, it is a full blown fashion event. While this might seem... Read More
What is a fashion event without street style? On the third episode of Front Row Diaries with Vimbai at Heineken Lagos Fashion and Design Week, she explores the outfits worn by guests at the prominent fashion event. Host of the show and TV personality, Vimbai Mutinhiri, takes viewers through an exciting journey as she mingles with... Read More
TV personality, Vimbai Mutinhiri, is back with the second episode of Front Row Diaries with Miss Vimbai at the Heineken Lagos Fashion and Design Week. On this episode, Vimbai explores the after party for the Heineken LFDW, which was tagged Heineken Live Your Music and was hosted by American singer, T-Pain. Watch the video below:
The Genevieve Beauty Awards is finally here and your favourite beauty brands and people will be recognized for their exceptional efforts in the beauty and wellness sectors. The awards ceremony will hold at Intercontinental Hotel in Lagos on Sunday, 13th of November, 2016. The award nominations have gone through a fair voting process and judged... Read More
The Octagon: Welcome to The Octagon. We appreciate you taking time out to Join this Chat Session which will end in 1 Hour. We have two moderators in the room who will only offer guidance where necessary. Please feel free to openly share your thoughts and experiences. Let’s begin with some introductions before going into... Read More
International premium beer brand, Heineken, was the headline sponsor of the 4-day Lagos Fashion and Design Week which took place from 26 October to 29 October at Federal Palace Hotel and Casino, Victoria Island, Lagos. For four straight days, the Heineken Lagos Fashion and Design Week held Nigeria – and, to a large extent, Africa... Read More
Traffic towards the Federal Palace, Victoria Island was unusually light on Wednesday, the 26th. It was almost as if Lagos didn’t know what was about to happen. The biggest fashion show in Lagos. The four-day long Lagos Fashion and Design Week, sponsored this year by Heineken. Now four days of fashion, glamour, glitz and paparazzi have come and gone. The fifth... Read More
We can’t hide our excitement about American singer and rapper, T-pain hosting the most anticipated Heineken ‘Live Your Music’ party on Saturday 29, October at the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos. Another person we can’t wait to see is Kryoman who will be rocking the stage with his choreographed light dance routine. Not forgetting that... Read More
As we know, Lagos is one of the most fashion-forward cities of the world so the entire fashion industry, entrepreneurs, stakeholders and enthusiasts watched for the 26th October, the opening day of the 6th edition of the Heineken Lagos Fashion and Design Week. The 4-day event brings together fashion buyers, consumers and the media to... Read More
Yesterday, former President Goodluck Jonathan gave a speech at the Oxford Union of the University of Oxford, England with the theme: ‘promoting youth entrepreneurship’ and a number of Nigerians have found a few faults in his speech but that’s not even why we’re here. While critics were running through the length of his speech finding flaws, we... Read More
Our lady boss today, Kene Rapu, is a young woman determined to play a part in the growth of the Nigerian fashion industry. Her great love for fashion inspired her to begin the eponymous footwear brand, Kene Rapu which has grown into a recognizable brand since it was launched five years ago. Kene Rapu shares... Read More
The 2016 edition of the Heineken Lagos Fashion and Design Week (HLFDW) just got even more interesting as it has been revealed that prominent Nigerian designers Mai Atafo and Ejiro Amos Tafiri will be showcasing their customized collections supported by Heineken at the Lagos Fashion and Design Week. The Heineken Lagos and Fashion Design Week... Read More
I It’s the 2016 edition of the MTV MAMAS music awards happening live in Johannesburg, South Africa. A number of Nigerian artistes clinched nominations at this year’s awards and they have arrived the red carpet first to win before they hustle for plaques at the main show. From Yemi Alade’s black turban to Korede Bello’s... Read More
Nigerian author Chimamanda Adichie is now the new face of make-up outfit, Boots No 7. Speaking in Vogue’s November 2016 Real Issue, “The New Face Of Beauty: You”, Adichie said of the campaign, “I think much of beauty advertising relies on a false premise – that women need to be treated in an infantile way, given... Read More
In a world where female fashion has been overrun with statement dresses and long flowing gowns, it’s beautiful to see a woman who has, with no words, defined her own unique style and has stuck to it. Hillary Clinton, since the kick off of her presidential campaign has shown up in power suits that portray... Read More
by Omar-Farouq Edu The definition of the word ‘Fashion’ lives through freedom of expression. It is a way of life that has no limits and yet I am made to feel otherwise. The sayings of “Express yourself but just don’t be too out there” are words put together that contradict the idea of creativity being... Read More
Jane Michael is not one to be limited to a box. Starting out her journey in fashion as a stylist, Jane has been able to build a thriving business as a fashion entrepreneur. She is driven by her passion and as you read our interview with her, you will discover how she has been able... Read More
From September 15th – 24th, fashion enthusiasts, budding fashion entrepreneurs, and young fashion designers joined Adejoke Rukky Ladoja of Grey Projects, Adebayo Oke-Lawal of Orange Culture, Isoken Ogiemwonyi of Zazaii, Journalist, Wana Udoabang, Ogwa Iweze of Dyzn, Halima Yunusa of 41Luxe, Designer, Akpos Okudu and Chioma Nwuko of Juwal Collections in Lagos, Abuja, Calabar and Enugu respectively for a conversation on... Read More
by Vera Ezimora I met Aunty Kola through my mommy. She’s a sweet, soft-spoken, and very respectful Yoruba woman. Kola is not her real name. Aunty Kola was my mommy’s tailor. And by virtue of that, she also became my tailor and my grandma’s tailor. Aunty Kola was pretty good at sewing my mom’s and... Read More
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