Joseph Ejiro Reimagines Eveningwear Rituals with the Launch of VEILLÉE FW26
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THE ARCHITECTURE OF ABSENCE: Shivin Singh’s Radical Redefinition of Luxury
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The End of the Italian Baroque: Is Dolce & Gabbana Ready for a Solo Act?
For nearly forty years, the names "Dolce" and "Gabbana" have been as inseparable as "Salt" and "Pepper" or "Light" and "Shadow." They are the twin architects of a Mediterranean fantasy that redefined global luxury, a world of black lace, Sicilian
WOVEN THREADS VII: “CRAFTED” Style House Files Presents a Four-Day Immersive Experience Celebrating Africa’s Circular Fashion Future
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The New Guard: FashionEVO’s Intentional Salon at the British Council Lagos Hosts an Ultra-Chic Blueprint for the Creative Vanguard
In the world of high fashion and higher stakes, the most important conversations happen after the runway lights dim and the champagne is poured. In a masterful follow-up to International Women’s Day, FashionEVO curated an evening that moved beyond performative
The Silicon Sapeur: Coding the Ancestral Loom
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British Luxury perfume house CLIVE CHRISTIAN returns to Lagos with exclusive dinner event
Clive Christian, the British luxury perfume house whose royal heritage dates to 1872, returns to Lagos on Saturday, April 11, 2026, with an exclusive dinner at ONA Lagos. The evening arrives at a defining moment for the continent's luxury landscape: as global houses increasingly recognise Africa's most dynamic cities as essential stops on the world luxury circuit, Clive Christian's return to Lagos signals the kind of intentional engagement that is reshaping how prestige brands show up in Nigeria. The gathering will bring together a curated circle of tastemakers, collectors and cultural figures for an intimate celebration of British perfumery, one that speaks directly to Lagos's position as one of Africa's most discerning and culturally vibrant luxury markets.
The night will also serve as the West African introduction of Strange Heavens Out of the Blue, the latest addition to the house’s Addictive Arts collection. The fragrance arrives in Nigeria as both a collector’s object and an artistic statement, its deep ultramarine bottle bearing the hand-signed work of internationally celebrated artist Domingo Zapata. Conceived as a sensorial experience of scent, artistry and cultural exchange, the gathering reflects Clive Christian’s ongoing dialogue between heritage craftsmanship and contemporary expression, a meeting point that finds natural resonance in Lagos.
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“Africa represents one of the most exciting frontiers for luxury today, and Lagos is at the heart of that conversation. Clive Christian has always been a house defined by its commitment to the extraordinary, bringing that to Nigeria, and to a market as culturally rich and discerning as Lagos, is a moment we have been building towards. We look forward to deepening our relationship with this community.” — Tate Torongo, Regional Director, UK, Northern Europe & Africa, Clive Christian
The timing is significant. Africa's luxury market is valued at USD 7.84 billion in 2025 and is forecast to grow at 4.26% annually through 2030, with Nigeria consistently ranked among the continent's top five wealth markets. The number of African millionaires is projected to grow by 65% by 2033, driven in large part by urban centres like Lagos, now widely described by analysts as part of a retail renaissance on the continent, fuelled by rising affluence, a young and digitally engaged consumer class, and a growing appetite for experiential luxury.
Globally, the luxury fragrance market is valued at USD 24.3 billion and is projected to nearly double to USD 45.8 billion by 2033, as consumers increasingly treat scent as an expression of identity. The April 11 dinner positions Clive Christian not merely as a participant in this moment but as one of its architects on African soil.
“Nigeria has always been central to how we think about our presence in Africa. Lagos is a city of extraordinary taste and cultural confidence; its consumers understand quality, craftsmanship and the story behind an object in a way that is deeply aligned with who Clive Christian is. Returning here, and introducing Strange Heavens Out of the Blue in this context, feels not only right but necessary. This is where the conversation belongs.” — Tanya Rupani, Brand Strategist, Clive Christian
I.DEA PR hosts ‘Backstage: Access All Areas’ Pop-Up Experience
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The New Continent: 15 African Beauty Brands Rewriting the Global Narrative
The global beauty landscape is undergoing a profound seismic shift, and the epicentre is Africa. For decades, "African beauty" was narrowly defined in the diaspora by raw shea butter or black soap, commodities often exported and rebranded by foreign conglomerates. Today,
FashionEVO × British Council Presents Women, Creativity & Leadership in the Creative Economy
In celebration of International Women’s Month, FashionEVO, supported by British Council, presents an intimate convening of women shaping the future of the creative economy. At a time when the influence of women across creative industries continues to expand, this gathering brings together a curated circle of visionary leaders, creators, and cultural thinkers for an evening of meaningful dialogue, connection, and shared inspiration. Designed as a reflective Post-International Women’s Day experience, the event creates space for deeper conversations around creativity, leadership, and the evolving role of women in driving cultural and economic transformation.
“Women are not just participating in the creative economy; we are redefining it. Through our ideas, our resilience, and our ability to build from vision, we are shaping culture in ways that are both powerful and enduring. This gathering is about creating space, space for honest conversations, for shared experiences, and for the kind of connections that inspire new possibilities. Blueprints & Breakthroughs is an extension of that vision documenting not just success, but the journey, the process, and the leadership behind it.” — Dr. Yetty Ogunnubi Founder, FashionEVO[caption id="attachment_20441" align="alignnone" width="1024"]
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This gathering also marks the official launch of Blueprints & Breakthroughs, a new FashionEVO series dedicated to spotlighting the journeys, insights, and impact of women leading across the creative landscape.
The series will explore the intersection of creativity and leadership, documenting the ideas, challenges, and defining moments that shape successful women in the creative economy.
Bringing together a select group of 50 exceptional women, this invitation-only experience is intentionally designed to foster authentic connection and high-value exchange within an intimate setting.
Guests can expect a thoughtfully curated evening that blends conversation, community, and creative expression.
In keeping with the spirit of individuality and artistic freedom, the dress code for the evening is Boho Black Affair, an invitation to interpret black through texture, movement, and personal style.
Partners: YD Company, Glenfiddick, Africa Creative Market, TafeOrganics, Insigna, Rare Magic Studio, Click Booth, PoshClick, Afro Flavour Events, Media Room Hub, and RedEdit Magazine.
This is a strictly by-invitation gathering.