Celebrity Style
5 Times Tolu Bally Sets Trend with Coolness
Nigerian fashion icon Tolu Bally, the creative genius behind 2207 by TBally, isn’t just a designer, she’s a trendsetter who effortlessly blends boldness with sophistication. From playful twists on classics to viral fashion moments, here are five times she left us all taking notes (and screenshots) this year.
1. The Metallic Tolu Bally Royalty Moment
Tolu Bally’s take on modern royalty was nothing short of breathtaking. She layered a dazzling electric-blue metallic drape over a crisp white shirt, merging traditional glam with corporate chic. What made this ensemble trendsetting wasn’t just the regal fabric or dramatic brooch detailing, it was the bold blend of structure and shine. It’s not every day you see a look that says “CEO and Queen” all in one frame. Her sleek ponytail, minimal accessories, and pointed heels sealed the look in true Tolu Bally fashion.

Tolu Bally
2. Ankara, but Make It Haute
Just when we thought we’d seen it all with Ankara, Tolu brought her signature spice. In this vibrant green-orange ensemble with dramatic sleeves and a perfectly cinched waist, she reinvented the asoebi silhouette for the modern-day African belle. The fabric? Loud. The design? Louder. Paired with a matching head wrap and an elegant bag, she gave us a high-fashion moment that celebrates culture while redefining how we wear our roots.

Tolu Bally on Asoebi Ankara
3. The Earth-Toned Tolu Bally Eleganza
Every now and then, a look comes along that makes you fall in love with fashion all over again. This brown ruched gown with cascading tulle ruffles did exactly that. It’s a mix of classic couture and editorial drama, from the high neckline and sheer sleeves to the textured layers that hugged her figure like art. With her soft makeup and swept-back fringe, Tolu turned brown, an often overlooked color into the new luxe. After this look, earthy tones have never looked more desirable.

Tolu in her valentine dress
4. The Golden Goddess in Silk
Silk on melanin is a match made in fashion heaven, and Tolu proved that with this gold satin wrap dress that screamed confidence and sensuality. With a daring thigh-high slit, a subtle front knot, and a deep neckline, she gave us a masterclass in grown-woman glam. This outfit wasn’t just about shimmer, it was about power and poise. Whether for a cocktail event or fashion editorial, this is how you command a room.

Tolu Bally in Silk
5. The chocolate-brown outfit
Now this is super stylish! It’s a matching top and pants set, kind of like a jumpsuit but with separate pieces. The top is a snug, long-sleeved shirt with a slightly low neckline. The pants are skinny and go all the way down to the ankles.The fabric looks smooth and shiny. Her makeup added pretty natural to this look, focusing on enhancing her features. Tolu is wearing simple and elegant all in one piece.

Tolu Bally
There have always been celebrity co-signs and viral moments with Tolu Bally. From Tiwa Savage to Ini Edo, A-list stars have embraced Tolu’s designs, turning her pieces into instant sell-outs. Her looks dominate Pinterest boards and inspire “Get the Look” YouTube tutorials. Even international brands like Gap (as seen with Tyla’s campaign ) echo her philosophy of comfort-meets-confidence, proof that Tolu’s influence is borderless.
When Nigerian celebs stan a designer, the streets always follow.
Tolu isn’t just designing clothes, she’s curating a mindset. Her trends resonate because they’re authentic, wearable, and unapologetically fun and cool. For Nigerians, she’s proof that fashion is self-expression, not just labels.
Have you got a favorite Tolu Bally look? Drop a comment, we’d love to hear your picks!
Celebrity Style
Tiwa Savage Cheers on Arsenal in Leather Street Style
London in football season brings cold air and packed stadiums. At The Emirates, fans were energized while Arsenal played on the pitch, and Tiwa Savage drew attention with her outfit from the sidelines. The match may not have gone the Gunners’ way, yet Tiwa showed a leather look.
“Football teaches patience but even on an off day the fit still wins ⚽️,”
she wrote on Instagram, a playful nod to the loss and a salute to her outfit.

Tiwa Savage: Instagram
For her stadium appearance with rapper Odumodu Black, the Afrobeats star wore leather. She stepped out in a deep brown leather jacket with a relaxed, boxy shape, layered over a crisp white shirt and black tie, inspired by menswear styling.
The bottom half followed the same colour tone, with high-waisted leather trousers in black shade, tailored straight-leg. The monochrome look kept everything uniform.

Tiwa Savage: Instagram
Under her arm, a generously sized burgundy leather clutch added depth without breaking the colour coordination. Minimal jewellery and clean footwear maintained focus on the outfit’s key elements.
Her pixie cut and clean glam completed the look, part of her off-stage style.
With Odumodu Black by her side and thousands of fans in the stands, she drew attention with her fashion-forward appearance. Arsenal lost the match, but Tiwa Savage stood out in style.
Celebrity Style
Uzor Arukwe, Idia Aisien and Others at the Bridgerton Season 4 Premiere in South Africa
The Bridgerton Season 4 premiere in South Africa was not just another stop on a global press tour. The location and the guest list mattered and the way African creatives showed up mattered the most. With Uzor Arukwe, Idia Aisien, Shine Rosman, Efe Irele, and other familiar faces in attendance, suffice it to say, Nigeria was well represented.

Image: Instagram
Shine Rosman brought her own regency-era inspired interpretation of the event in a gown designed by Lasosa. The gown is a combination of fuschia and deep burgundy. It has a detailed waist silhouette with a form fitting strapless fuschia bodice. A voluminous draped burgundy overskirt with ruffled red trim at the front. She pairs this look with a medium sized fuschia hand fan and matching gloves. Her hair style came with a bit of drama. Minimal accessories and a soft face glam.

Uzor Arukwe: Instagram
Uzor Arukwe arrived looking assured. His outfit did not fight for attention. He wore a tailored deep blue tailcoat featuring intricate black and gold embroidery on the cuffs and collar and matching pants. A waistcoat with gold and white pattern in front. The shirt was a white, high-collared dress shirt with cravat at the neck. He was accessorised with black glasses, formal shoes, a gold chain detail on his jacket, and a black walking cane. The outfit sat well on his frame and kept proportions intact.

Image: Instagram
Idia Aisien approached the night looking like a Bridgerton. She wore a regal, period-style ball gown. The colour of the dress was a deep emerald green, likely velvet fabric which provides a rich texture. This is complemented by gold with a mix of green patterns used for the center panel of the dress. The bodice is a structured gold corset design. The sleeves are short and puffed that extended into opera-length green gloves with gold designs at the wrists. She accessorised with a black fascinator.

Image: Instagram
Efe Irele interpreted the Afro-couture masquerade theme of the event in her mint-green ball gown with yellow and green floral appliques. It was off-shoulder, sweetheart neckline. The dress has long flowing sleeves that drape elegantly to the ground. Her hair updo is the center of attention. She captioned the image “The sunset in Africa” and it was well reflected in her makeup. Sunset-toned eyeshadow.
Together, the guests turned the evening into a celebration of African creativity, where period inspiration met contemporary design.
Celebrity Style
Nancy Isime’s Mauritius Holiday Style is Vacation Dressing Done Right
Nancy Isime has proved she’s a lover of good fashion. Her latest vacation snaps from Mauritius circulated widely online. The way she mixes and matches pieces, embracing the island setting.

Nancy Isime: Instagram
In one of her vacation photographs, she wore wide leg burgundy pants with a chiffon-like texture material due to its lightweight. Gold swirling patterns cover the pants. The top is a deep yellow bra with ruffled design at the shoulders.

Nancy Isime: Instagram
Her second vacation outfit is a white top. The top is short-sleeved and had a cutout design around the midriff linking both sections. The skirt is a beige, fringed, tiered raffia mini skirt. She styled this look with a woven bag, sunglasses and a white open-toed kitten heels. She captioned this image on Instagram “Mauritius Livin'”.

Nancy Isime: Instagram
Her third outfit features a flowing, high-necked, long-sleeve gown with floral patterns. A perfect fit for strolling through nature. The gown is a mix of white and red. She styled this look with a white shoulder bag and sunglasses
What makes her style outstanding is how she mix elevated pieces with more affordable finds.
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