Lagos is fast becoming the place global fashion and luxury brands want to be. What was once a market many international retailers observed from a distance is now seeing flagship store openings by names such as Adidas, Montblanc, Swarovski, and Patta. This growing retail presence signals that Nigeria’s commercial capital is no longer just a […]
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Fashion in 2025 across Africa is bold, intentional, and deeply expressive, driven by a generation of men who understand personal style as art and identity. From Nigeria to South Africa to Ghana, these figures are redefining what it means to dress with taste, power, and imagination. Here is EKPO AFRICA’s round-up of the continent’s most
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The next chapter in Virgil Abloh’s design legacy is officially on the way. Sneaker insiders and fashion outlets confirm the Virgil Abloh Archive x Nike Cryoshot Tiempo will release in Summer 2026, a drop that already feels less like a product launch and more like the continuation of a story Abloh never stopped telling. The
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When Wisdom Kaye stepped into Halloween 2025, he did more than dress up; he performed. On TikTok, he transformed a costume into an identity, the scroll feed into a runway, and a pop-culture reference into a diasporic statement. Across a series of viral posts, Kaye merged high‑fashion tailoring with horror icons and cinematic nods. A callback
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Asake is making headlines again, but this time not entirely for his music. The artiste from Lagos has quietly embarked on a transformation which fans have only just started to catch on to, a shift from his trademark streetwear and easy-going self to sharply cut formal wear that signals a new chapter in his career.
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Every season, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu not only presents Big Brother Naija, but he also hosts a live fashion runway show. His wardrobe is as highly anticipated as evictions themselves, making Sunday nights a parade of culture, nostalgia, and fashion experimentation. This year, more than fourteen well-crafted outfits, Ebuka re-established himself not only as a host but
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Emmy Kasbit has emerged as one of the most compelling voices in Nigerian fashion without anyone realising it, reworking West African prints and vintage motifs into modern, celebrity-approved creations. Its red-carpet-worthy tailoring and printed essentials have made it a red-carpet darling, as well as a go-to for seasonal campaigns and editorial “At Home” shoots. These
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When Giorgio Armani presented his first men’s collection in the mid-1970s, fashion was entering a new era. The days of stiff, boxy suits were giving way to something lighter, more fluid, and distinctly modern. Armani’s tailoring was sharp but relaxed, structured yet supple. He stripped away the excess padding, loosened the shoulders, and allowed men
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Over the past decade, cultural fashion has transitioned from ceremonial and special occasion wear to everyday wardrobes, redefining the way men can express themselves in fashion. From all over Africa, and particularly in Nigeria, agbada, isiagu, senator suits, and even aso oke have come to the red carpet, fashion showrunways, and Instagram timelines. The return
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TikTok’s “TikTok for Artists” platform is not just for musicians, not by a long shot. It’s becoming a powerful tool for fashion creatives across Africa. The creator-focused platform offers access to information, campaign capabilities, and promotional metrics that allow creators to experiment with content, keep tabs on performance, and build lasting revenue streams. Wisdom Kaye
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