Fashion

Sylvia Vivian: Where Creativity Meets Culture

Sylvia Vivian: Where Creativity Meets Culture

Fashion
CEO & Founder, Slyvee Creative Designs For Sylvia Vivian, fashion is more than clothing—it is a canvas for creativity, a celebration of individuality, and a powerful language through which stories can be told. As the CEO and Founder of Slyvee Creative Designs, Sylvia has built her journey around a deep passion for creativity, elegance, culture, and the transformative power of fashion. Her vision for Slyvee Creative Designs was born from a desire to create a platform where culture meets contemporary style, giving individuals the freedom to express their identity and confidence through fashion. For Sylvia, every garment has a story. She believes that fashion should not only make people look beautiful but should also make them feel confident, authentic, and empowered....
Lep Apollo: Boundless Style, endless Expression

Lep Apollo: Boundless Style, endless Expression

Fashion
By Apollo Ojiayo & Tory Bird | Founders, Lep Apollo Fashion House Some fashion houses are built from business plans. Others are born from a dream passed down through generations. For Apollo Ojiayo and Tory Bird, founders of Lep Apollo Fashion House, fashion is both—a childhood dream and a tribute to a woman whose creative legacy deserves to be remembered. The sibling duo share a vision: to step into the fashion world and leave behind a memorable and meaningful mark. Operating across Nairobi and Kisumu, Lep Apollo is more than a fashion label. It is a fashion and entertainment company that brings together luxury, culture, creativity, and entertainment to create experiences, products, and visual identities that inspire self-expression. At the heart of their story is t...
Patrick Odhiambo: Designing Confidence, Crafting Identity

Patrick Odhiambo: Designing Confidence, Crafting Identity

Fashion
Founder & Creative Director, Urban Thread Studio For Patrick Odhiambo, fashion is not simply about what we wear. It is about how clothing makes us feel, how it shapes the way we carry ourselves, and how it gives us the confidence to express who we are. A Kenyan fashion designer and the creative force behind Urban Thread Studio, Patrick has built his brand around craftsmanship, individuality, confidence, and responsible fashion. His journey into fashion began with a fascination with the transformative power of clothing. He became intrigued by the idea that a garment could do more than change a person's appearance—it could influence their presence, communicate their identity, and create a deeper sense of confidence. With a background in Clothing, Textiles and Interior Desig...
Doxa Omamo: A Childhood Dream Stitched Into Fashion

Doxa Omamo: A Childhood Dream Stitched Into Fashion

Fashion
Founder & CEO, Phellydesign Some fashion stories begin in fashion school. Others begin on the runway. For Doxa Omamo, the story of Phellydesign began much earlier—at just 10 years old, with a young girl inspired by the elegance and unmistakable sense of style of her two grandmothers. Today, that childhood dream has evolved into a recognized fashion brand built around class, elegance, individuality, and storytelling. For Doxa, every design is intentional. Her creative philosophy is rooted in the belief that an outfit should do more than simply look beautiful—it should allow the woman wearing it to command attention, express her personality, and stand out at every occasion. Her style is deliberately different and distinctive, with every creation carrying a story of its o...
Celine Daisy Awuor: Reimagining Crochet Through Fashion

Celine Daisy Awuor: Reimagining Crochet Through Fashion

Fashion
Creative Director, DION’S COLLECTION & crochetbydion In a fashion world constantly searching for new ways to innovate, Celine Daisy Awuor is proving that some of the most striking statements can begin with something as simple as a strand of yarn. The creative force behind DION’S COLLECTION and crochetbydion, Celine is a crochet artist and designer passionate about transforming handmade craftsmanship into stylish, expressive, and fashion-forward pieces. Her journey began with a deep love for handmade art and creativity. What started as a personal passion gradually evolved into a creative brand, as Celine continued to experiment with different crochet techniques, garment construction, textures, knitwear, and contemporary fashion styling. Today, her work sits at the intersec...
Meet Wallace: Where African Heritage Meets Contemporary Fashion

Meet Wallace: Where African Heritage Meets Contemporary Fashion

Fashion
By the creative mind behind Zarabi Fashion Kenya For Wallace, fashion is more than fabric, silhouette, and spectacle. It is a language—a way of expressing culture, preserving identity, and telling stories that deserve to be heard. As the creative force behind Zarabi Fashion Kenya, Wallace draws inspiration from the richness of African culture and the diverse stories woven into its identity. His approach combines contemporary design with meaningful cultural references, creating pieces that are visually striking while carrying a deeper message. For his latest showcase, Wallace turned to Ankara, a fabric celebrated for its vibrant prints, versatility, and enduring presence in African fashion. Rather than simply presenting the fabric in its familiar form, he sought to reinterpret...
Damilola Bolarinde: Championing Unconventional Career Paths

Damilola Bolarinde: Championing Unconventional Career Paths

Features, Editor's Pick, Fashion, Models
Damilola Bolarinde, widely known as QueenDammy, is an inspiring figure who advocates for non-traditional jobs and career avenues. Originating from Lagos State, Nigeria, she exemplifies determination, innovation, and an open-minded approach. As she forges her own path as a professional commercial and international fashion model, she recognizes the significance of challenging conventional views on success, motivating others to explore alternative routes to personal fulfillment and financial security. A Journey Filled with Accomplishments QueenDammy’s career as a fashion model is marked by numerous achievements and experiences. She has secured major contracts, walked on prestigious runways, and collaborated with esteemed designers and stylists in both Nigeria and Paris. Her succ...
Swiss/Nigeria Beauty And Fashion Exhibition 2025

Swiss/Nigeria Beauty And Fashion Exhibition 2025

Fashion, Events
Fusion of Swiss Elegance and Nigerian Vibrancy ; Where Swiss Precision Meets Nigerian Flair! ABOUT SWISS/NIGERIA BEAUTY AND FASHION EXHIBITION: Bringing beauty and fashion together to be able to support the less privileged ones (Charity ) and also to recognise every talented and creative people around Nigeria. The beauty and fashion industries in both Switzerland and Nigeria are vibrant and rapidly evolving. "Bridging Cultures, Defining Trends" aims to celebrate this dynamism by bringing together leading designers, beauty experts, and industry professionals from both countries.  This exhibition will feature: Fashion Shows: Showcasing the latest collections of Nigerian designers. Beauty Demonstrations & Workshops: Featuring Stelwith_class Cosmetics' innovative produc...
Former Manhunt Nigeria Who Placed Top 16 Set To Compete At Mr. World Nigeria 2024

Former Manhunt Nigeria Who Placed Top 16 Set To Compete At Mr. World Nigeria 2024

Features, Fashion
Iroegbulam Chidebem Christopher, also known as Lam Chris, is a Linguist, Model, Pageant king, On-air personality, and Creative content creator from Eastern Nigeria. He was the former Manhunt Nigeria and reached the Top 16 at Manhunt International, a first for Nigeria. Recently, he announced his interest in competing in Mr. World Nigeria 2024. In a world where paths are often dictated, my journey, marked by persistence and heartfelt drive, has led me to a cause close to my heart—the holistic development of the boy child. I believe every young boy deserves a platform to voice his dreams, aspirations, and emotions, no matter how big or small. Because Mr. World Nigeria is more than a crown but a megaphone, it offers me the unprecedented opportunity to amplify my efforts on ...
LA Fashion Week (LAFW) Shows, Designers, Models, & Experience

LA Fashion Week (LAFW) Shows, Designers, Models, & Experience

Fashion, Events
If you’re a fan of all things fashion, one of the most important events you can visit is LA Fashion Week (LAFW). Unlike other fashion weeks, this event takes place twice a year, inviting designers from around the globe to display their latest ensembles. Usually, the event takes place in March and October. Next year, Los Angeles Fashion Week is scheduled to be held between March 24th and March 26th. Since its inception in the 1970s, LAFW has been dedicated to raising the profile of fashion in the United States. This event, in particular, emphasizes the rise of Los Angeles as one of the most important cultural centers in the world. However, the late 90s is when the show really took off when a community of fashion producers represented this mega-event. If talks about the upcoming fashio...