Fashion
The Corset Trend Is Gorgeous, but Not Every Outfit Needs a Snatched Waist

The Corset Trend Is Gorgeous, but Not Every Outfit Needs a Snatched Waist

Corsets have had a good run, but not every beautiful outfit needs one. If you're ready to breathe, dance, eat, and still look amazing, these stylish Nigerian alternatives deserve a place in your wardrobe.

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Top 10 African Fashion Houses That Would Shut Down an African Met Gala

Top 10 African Fashion Houses That Would Shut Down an African Met Gala

From Lisa Folawiyo to Thebe Magugu, these African fashion houses are redefining luxury and would dominate the red carpet if an African Met Gala ever became reality.
Zainab Bakare
A Thread Between Continents: Austrian Lace in Nigerian Life

A Thread Between Continents: Austrian Lace in Nigerian Life

This is the story of how European lace became a cultural symbol in Nigeria.
Ibukun Oluwa
The Roar Beneath the Fabric: The Transcultural Story of Isi Agu

The Roar Beneath the Fabric: The Transcultural Story of Isi Agu

How Many Cultures Does Isi Agu Borrow From? When did it arrive in Nigeria? How Much Does Nigeria spend on textile imports, and does Agu really mean Lion, in Igbo?
Ibukun Oluwa
The Beauty of the Wrapper: African Fashion On The Global Stage 

The Beauty of the Wrapper: African Fashion On The Global Stage 

African fashion is redefining identity and power. From Ankara pants to luxury Adire designs, read about how the wrapper evolved from tradition to global influence.
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