The Met Gala Costume Institute Benefit Host Committee is a group of influential individuals—typically celebrities, designers, philanthropists, and industry leaders—who support and promote the annual Met Gala. This prestigious event is a fundraiser for the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Each year, the committee features A-list figures from…
The Red carpet before the Grammys is always a time to see some highlights in fashion. Fashion statements and style shine through as everyone puts on their best looks, from Couture to vintage pieces. Here’s how some of your favorite stars looked at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards. Billie Eillish in Prada. Rema in PDF…
Among the A-list attendees of the ritual event that is PFW were some of Nigeria’s biggest stars. From front-row appearances to runway-ready outfits, here’s a breakdown of how Nigerian celebrities looked. Omah Lay As we await the long-anticipated announcement of his second studio album, “Clarity of Mind,” we were excited to see Omah Lay make…
At Paris Fashion Week’s Fall/Winter 2025 presentations, Rick Owens unveiled his collection titled “Concordians,” paying homage to his early days in Concordia, Italy. His signature aesthetic of exaggerated shapes and figures, combined with an unconventional and avant-garde beauty style is what we all love about a Rick Show. Models with an eerie appearance, enhanced by…
Pharrell Williams reuniting with his longtime collaborator Nigo for the fall menswear collection for Louis Vuitton in 2025 at Paris Fashion Week may not have been on the agenda when the two first met in 2003. Pharrell and Nigo, long-time collaborators and cultural innovators, have been at the forefront of blurring the lines between streetwear…
OB-70 is one of the brands setting the pace in Nigeria’s streetwear scene, and we took a tour of its newest flagship store in Lekki, Lagos. We also had an exclusive nine-question conversation with its founder, widely known as ClassyKinging Q: Can you share the story behind the name ‘OB-70’ and how it came to…
After a long hiatus following its 2017 launch by Skepta, MAINS made a triumphant return on September 17, 2023, with a fresh perspective showcased at Dover Street Market. The brand continued its resurgence by making a bold statement at London Fashion Week in 2024 with its highly anticipated second collection. Following the buzz surrounding his…
Over a slightly glitchy Zoom call, with occasional lags that did nothing to dull our energies, ClassyKinging shared the journey that has transformed his brand, OB70, into one of Nigeria’s leading streetwear names. Though we couldn’t see each other, his voice carried a mix of passion, determination, and a deep connection to his craft. View…
Tremaine Emory’s Denim Tears is gearing up to take over London with a one-day popup event, This festive season, the brand’s campaign promises an explosion of culture, community, and style, marking the intersection of global streetwear and British creative energy. For Tremaine Emory, London holds a special place in his journey as an artist and…
If you thought Black Friday sales were just about minor markdowns, think again. This year, Ashluxe and Asluxury flipped the script, offering jaw-dropping discounts that have left the Nigerian fashion scene buzzing. From Helmut Lang and Daily Paper to Heliot Emil and KidSuper, the discounts aren’t just generous—they are absurdly irresistible. Picture this: Heliot Emil…
Daniel Adetona, a Nigerian designer, is independently and worthily carving his own path in fashion and industrial design. Since moving to London for grad school, Daniel has shifted his focus entirely toward building a career in this field. His mission? To innovate and bring groundbreaking ideas to life, constantly challenging the norms of everyday clothing….
2024 has brought an impressive array of collaborations, revamps, and innovations to the sneaker scene, showcasing a variety of aesthetics and cultural influences. This year has seen many highly anticipated collaborations and unexpected releases that have garnered significant attention. Here’s a look at some of the standout sneakers of the year and why they deserve…
Cover Photo by: Wale Adebisi Just another Lagos Fashion Week got wrapped up again with a Spectacular display of creativity, cultural pride, and revolutionary design. The runway was a celebration of tradition and modernity, where designers helped build a narrative and idea for the future. Here’s a look at some of the standout moments that…
I’ve had the privilege of sitting down with some of Nigeria’s finest music acts, each conversation unique in its own way. So, when I got the green light to chat with Tomi Agape, an artist and entrepreneur, I knew this would be a new chapter in my interview journey. After scrambling to find a decent…
Ashluxe, Nigeria’s leading luxury fashion label, has emerged as a brand that intertwines fashion with important legacies and stories, using it as a means to educate the masses about significant cultural figures. Their latest campaign, “Kalakuta Republic X Fela,” goes beyond launching just another collection; it also serves as an extension of their AW24 campaign,…