Lagos Fashion Week concludes with record attendance and local designer focus
Approximately 16,000 people attended the 16th edition of Lagos Fashion Week in Nigeria on Sunday night.
Designer Lisa Folawiyo returns to schedule
Nigerian designer Lisa Folawiyo hosted an intimate dinner to mark her return after a seven-year break from the official schedule. She presented her Spring/Summer 2027 runway collection at her concept store Akoko during the five-day event.
Local talent dominates the week
About 65 designers showcased their collections to press and influencers while local talent took center stage. Mainstay figures like Emmy Kasbit, Ugo Monye, and Sisano presented work through a mix of presentations and runway shows.
International buyers attend the event
Designers such as Iamisigo and Orange Culture returned to the calendar despite showing collections in Copenhagen or Berlin. The platform is now gaining more international attention than ever before with media and buyers in town.
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