THISDAY STYLE MAGAZINE 12TH FEBRUARY 2023

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2023

A CELEBRATION OF STYLE AND MUSIC

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COVER NOTE The recent Arise Fashion Week and Jazz Festival 2023, held in Lagos, Nigeria, was a truly unique and exciting event that brought together some of the biggest names in fashion and music. With appearances by Naomi Campbell, Alpha Dia, and Aminat Ayinde, as well as performances by legendary jazz musician Herbie Hancock, French jazz musician FKJ and Afrobbeats superstar Wizid, the festival was a feast for the senses, showcasing the very best in both style and music.

EDITOR’S LETTER And so what next?

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ne week after, we are all still reliving the magical moments from Arise Fashion Week and Jazz Festival. For as long as I’ve worked at Style, this has been one of the most exciting events on our calendar.

As a matter of fact, Fashion Week has, over the years, become somewhat of a social exercise with celebrities and socialites jockeying for the best seats. No one talks about it, but the showgoer’s purpose has also started to change. People have started to go not to see, but to be seen, eyeing from row to row on who’s front row and who’s EXECUTIVE EDITOR next to them. It’s as much of a people-watching, celeb-spotting event as it is about seeing the clothing in itself. Sometimes it’s easy for the clothing—arguably the whole reason we have Fashion Week—to be overshadowed by the halo of celebrities. I had this conversation with an industry colleague, and she asked, Why then does fashion week work? Why not? I replied. Regardless of all the distractions, it’s a win/win situation, particularly for upcoming brands, as it provides them with a platform to showcase their collections and reach a global audience. It would be unimaginable for an emerging designer to bring that many influential visitors to one place. Where else can you be in a room with the industry’s most influential people who can elevate your career? The top editors are there. The buyers are there. The press is there. Social media is there. It really can’t get better than this.

This note right here is for the upcoming designers who do not do enough to take advantage of the perks that come with being part of a global show. You have just been launched on a global stage which will help open new dimensions for your brand, create new contacts and communicate your vision to the world. Don’t just talk a good game without delivering. It’s your time to shine. Do the work and fly with it. See you on the runway this time next year.

Love,

Konye

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red carpet guests

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he Arise Fashion Week and Jazz festival, a fusion of fashion and music showcasing the best talents in the industry, attracted many guests from across the globe ranging from fashion icons to high-network individuals, celebrities, and industry experts. One of the event’s highlights was the appearance of international supermodels Naomi Campbell and Alpha Dia, who walked several shows. The crowd was also treated to performances by stars in the jazz scene, FKJ and Herbie Hancock and Afrobeats superstar Wizkid.

RITA DOMINIC

NDUKA OBAIGBENA AND EKA OBAIGBENA

ERELU ABIOLA DOSUNMU AND OMON ODIKE

MAKASHE AWOGBORO, OSCAR AND WANDA IBRU

KELECHI AMADI OBI AND ENIAFE MOMODU

NKIRU ANUMUDU & RUTH OSIME

MAI ATAFO

LANRE DA SILVA AJAYI

COLLINS NZEKWE AND OWEN OMOGIAFO

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FAROUK SALEH

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PATRICK AND EVA AKINWUNTAN

OJY OKPE

HELEN PREST AJAYI AND TIFFANY ANNABBELLEDAVIES

ESE AMBROSE

IKYUMA OBAIGBENA AND EHIMHEN OKOH

KASHIM IMAM

BENNY OBAZE AND YINKA RHODES

BABAH DAN AGUNDI

MODELE SARAFA YUSUF

CHIOMA IKOKWU

BISOLA DEJONWO AND TAOFIK OKOYA

FEMI DA SILVA

ENIOLUWA ADEOLUWA

NIMI BRIGGS

MARY EDORO AND TANIA

VERONICA EBIE

CHIKE

BOVI UGBOMA

GRACE OSIME

KONYE NWABOGOR

TIMAYA AND DBANJ

OMAFUME NIEMOGHA

BARBARA JAMES

EKU EDEWOR

JULIANA EDEWOR

DEBBIE OGHENE

OLATERORA MAJEKODUNMI ONIRU

DEBOLA WILLIAMS

TOOLZ DEMUREN

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SUNMI SMART COLE

UDOMA UDO AND SALLY UDOMA

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TUNDUN ABIOLA

OPE MAKINWA

TITI OGUNBAJO

KESIDE AND ANGEL ANOSIKE

YINKA TYGA, TILEWA ADEBAJO, ENO OLAFISOYE, DEOLA BALI

EUNICE EFOLE

WUNIKA AND HAUWA MUKAN

SAFINA MOHAMMED

SUNKY

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UZOAMAKA UKEGBU

TANIA OMOTAYO

GOLDIE IYAMU

TEMISAN EMMANUEL

SEYI ATIGARIN

KACHI OFFIAH

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Fresh Talents

HIGHLIGHTS FROM ARISE FASHION WEEK AND JAZZ FESTIVAL 2023

Inclusion and Diversity

This year’s event was particularly special, as it marked the debut of 13 new designers on the Arise Fashion Week runway. The new designers brought a fresh perspective and innovative ideas to the runway. Their collections showcased a wide range of styles and themes, from bold, colourful prints to sleek, minimalist designs.

Another exciting aspect of this year’s Arise Fashion Week was the introduction of over 40 new models who were also making their first appearance at the show. These fresh faces brought a new level of energy and excitement to the runway, with many of them receiving great attention from the fashion industry’s top talent scouts.

From Herbie Hancock and FKJ’s electrifying performance to Naomi Campbell and Alpha Dia’s runway presence, there was something for everyone at this year’s event. In this article, we’ll look at some of the show’s highlights.

One of the most notable highlights of this year’s Arise Fashion Week was the increased representation of designers from the northern regions of Nigeria. This year’s event saw a significant increase in the number of designers from the north showcasing their unique styles and designs. This is a significant development, as it showcases the diversity of Nigerian Fashion and the talent that exists outside of the traditional fashion hubs in the south. The increased representation of northern designers at Arise Fashion Week was not just a highlight of the event, but it was also a sign of the growing importance of the fashion industry in Northern Nigeria. The fashion industry in Nigeria is booming, and the North is poised to play a significant role in this growth. With its rich cultural heritage and talented designers, the North is a region to watch in the world of Fashion.

MARIYA SANUSI

JOY MERIBE

The Jazz Performances

The event featured incredible jazz performances from two of the biggest names in music - FKJ (French Kiwi Juice) and Herbie Hancock. These legendary musicians brought their signature sounds to the stage, captivating the audience with their stunning performances. FKJ’s soulful electronic beats and Herbie Hancock’s virtuosic keyboard skills were the perfect complement to the fashion show, creating a truly unforgettable experience for all in attendance.

AMEER BY AMEER

Tiffany Amber Introduces Menswear

Tiffany Amber, a leading Nigerian fashion brand owned by Folake Akindele, made a bold statement on the runway by introducing menswear to her collection for the first time. The brand’s signature freeflowing silhouettes were translated into stylish menswear pieces, adding a new dimension to their already impressive fashion offering.

NAOMI CAMPBELL

EKI KERE

IFEANYI NWUNE OF I.N OFFICIAL

The biggest names in Nigerian Fashion

Arise Fashion Week 2023 showcased the latest collections from some of the biggest names in Nigerian Fashion, including Tiffany Amber, Lanre Da Silva Ajayi, Lisa Folawiyo, Ituen Basi and Nkwo. Their showcase was a reminder that African Fashion is relevant and poised to become a major player on the global stage.

SYARI BESPOKE

HUDDAYA

EL ATTIRE

ITUEN BASI

ALPHA DIA LISA FOLAWIYO

International models on the runway

Arise Fashion Week is known for its high-profile runway shows, and this year’s event did not disappoint. Iconic supermodel Naomi Campbell graced the runway, bringing her signature walk and undeniable presence to the event. Alpha Dia, a Senegalese model who has graced catwalks for brands like Fendi, Versace, Prada and Hugo Boss, also made his mark on the runway, showcasing his stylish and confident stride.

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LANRE DA SILVA AJAYI

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NKWO ONWUKA

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El Attire

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