Fashion
6 Nigerian Celebrities That Rocked the Long Mesh Gown Effortlessly
When it comes to style, Nigerian celebrities are not here to play. They’re bold, experimental, and they know how to work a trend until it bends in their favor. One piece that has found its way from casual street wear to full-on red carpet glam is the long mesh gown, and trust Nigerian fashionistas to elevate it beyond expectations.
So, What’s the Hype About the Long Mesh Gown?
Mesh, in all its sheer and breathable glory, has been around for ages. But the long mesh gown takes things up several notches—it’s sultry without being loud, detailed without being busy. The fabric clings, flows, and sometimes shimmers, depending on the designer’s magic. Whether it’s styled with inner lining, left sheer for bold statements, or embroidered to perfection, it’s the kind of dress that lets you serve body, art, and attitude all at once.
Nigerian Brands Doing the Mesh Gown Justice
Before we dive into the queens who wore them, let’s give a shout-out to homegrown brands making mesh gowns a whole fashion moment. Labels like WANNIFUGA, Banke Kuku, and Nivio Official are turning this versatile fabric into head-turning looks—whether it’s for a gala, fashion show, or casual luxury slay.
Now, let’s talk about the women who took the long mesh gown and made it unforgettable.
Priscilla Ojo – Green Glam Meets Street Style

Priscilla didn’t just wear a gown, she wore a statement. Rocking a bold green mesh gown by WANNIFUGA, she stepped out in full Gen Z royalty mode. The word WANNIFUGA was patterned all over the dress in white—yes, branding, but make it fashion.
The gown hugged her figure in all the right ways, with a high neckline giving it a classy finish. Green floral earrings matched the dress’s tone, and she threw in gold accessories like she was born for it. A black quilted handbag with a gold chain sealed the look. Casual elegance with an urban edge? Priscilla ate.
Veekee James – Art on Fabric

If mesh were a canvas, Veekee James just painted a masterpiece on it. Wearing her own Nivio Official design, she looked like a walking exhibition. The gown was a mix of earthy tones—deep browns, reds, blacks—with circular and geometric patterns creating a rich tapestry of culture and class.
The dramatic flared cuffs and high neckline gave it structure. This wasn’t just fashion; it was storytelling. The vibe? Chocolate and caramel, as she perfectly captioned it.
Erica Nlewedim – Sleek, Soft, and Bossy

At the October 2024 WANNIFUGA show, Erica pulled up in a long grey mesh gown that was all kinds of sleek. The high neckline and long sleeves balanced the body-hugging silhouette perfectly. There was no need for drama—the fabric and fit spoke for themselves.
She paired the look with a gold clutch and posed next to a black Mercedes-Benz. Yes, the car matched the vibe. Yes, the cactus in the background added softness. It was a whole mood—modern, luxe, and just the right amount of spicy.
Toke Makinwa – Blue Royalty with a Twist

Toke Makinwa doesn’t just wear clothes, she tells a story. This long mesh gown by Banke Kuku starts with a soft sky blue and transitions into deep navy, like dusk melting into night. Circular patterns float across the mesh, with floral details blooming toward the hem—green leaves and yellow blossoms that make it feel alive.
Then there’s the chest cut-out: unexpected, daring, and just enough. Against a minimalist outdoor backdrop, Toke looked like a queen in her garden, no crown needed.
Tania Omotayo – Garden Goddess Energy

Tania served effortless elegance in a mesh gown that looked like springtime bottled into a dress. Shades of blue, purple, and green danced across the fabric in a floral pattern that was both soft and bold.
With a high slit that added a subtle dose of heat, she paired it with strappy sandals in matching tones, creating a long, lean silhouette. Standing on a staircase with modern decor and potted plants, she brought laid-back luxury to life. The vibe? “I woke up like this,” but in couture.
Hilda Baci – Slay Queen, Kitchen Queen

Hilda Baci knows how to mix business with beauty—and she does it like a true chef at the top of her game. In a vibrant, multicolored long mesh gown with long sleeves and a curve-loving cut, she served soft glam with a bossy twist.
The outfit wasn’t just a fashion moment—it was a reminder. Hilda isn’t only the record-breaking culinary queen we admire; she’s also a style icon in her own right. The gown’s playful colors popped perfectly against the backdrop of a sleek, modern kitchen. It felt like a quiet flex: “Yes, I can cook up a storm and still look like the main course.”
Streetwear edge met high-fashion elegance, and as always, Hilda gave us both—and more
Conclusion
The long mesh gown is not just a trend, it’s a full-on moment. And Nigerian celebrities are owning it in their own unique ways. From floral elegance to urban glam, sheer mesh is showing up and showing out. One thing’s clear: the fabric may be light, but the fashion impact is heavy. Which of these mesh gown looks is your fave?
Drop the number or the celeb’s name in the comments.
Read also: Mo Bimpe vs Toke Makinwa— who nailed the Fringe dress
Fashion
Bye Black Suit! Powede Awujo Shows How a Blush 3-Piece Suit Commands Monday
In its Mother’s Day campaign, StyleVitae chose Powede Awujo as a muse to celebrate the strength of new mothers. On the brand’s official Instagram, they wrote: “Motherhood is powerful. And sometimes power looks like Powede Awujo.” In the shoots, Powede trades the usual black Monday suit for a blush three-piece look, introducing a softer colour to a workwear style typically seen in darker tones.

Photo: Instagram
Her tailored blush pantsuit was made by A Modern Africa in Lagos, a brand known for suits, kaftans, and agbada. The three-piece includes a double-breasted blazer paired with high-waisted, wide-leg trousers and a crisp white shirt. The dark brown tie under the collar adds contrast to the blush blazer. The colour of the tie also matches her brown pointed heels.
The trousers sit at the waist and fall into a wide-leg cut. The blazer adds structure through the shoulders, with side pockets, visible along the front seams. A pocket square is seen from the blazer’s breast pocket, with a darker lining placed in it to add a small colour detail to the suit.

Photo: Instagram
The slim bracelets on her wrist and thin rings on her fingers reflect her caption, “I don’t like too many accessories. I’m not a busy dresser.” Her nails were painted in a soft neutral shade matching the blush tone of the suit. The styling and structured finishing of the suit, shirt and tie was done by Noble Igwe.
Her makeup was done by The Nukkie Company in Lagos, using soft neutral tones with defined eyes and neutral lips. Her hair was styled in long waves over her shoulders.
Powede was captured by Jewel in headshots, close-up portraits and wide shots, against a minimalist background. A video of the shoot was filmed by Nobs, where she spoke about the outfit. “I feel beautiful. I feel soft because the colour is a very beautiful one, which I’d say is like a mix of my favourite shades like pink and then my neutrals. I love them. I love the fact that it’s not such a really bright colour.”

Photo: Instagram
StyleVitae served as the creative director for the shoot, overseeing the presentation of Powede Awujo’s outfit for her Mother’s Day feature. The team presented a fresh take on Monday tailoring, highlighted by the blush three-piece suit.
Fashion
Bvlgari Honors Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie as Global Icon in ‘Carrying Culture’ Campaign
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie appears in the new “Carrying Culture” campaign by Bvlgari. The campaign was photographed by Ethan James Green and styled by Gabriella Karefa-Johnson. In the images, Adichie is presented as one of the five global figures chosen for the project, bringing her voice as a writer into Bvlgari’s cultural campaign.
In the campaign photographs, Adichie appears in a white off‑the‑shoulder gown with clean lines. The dress has a clean, smooth surface. Her hair is styled in long braids pulled back from her face.

Ethan James Green
The campaign’s focus is a sculptural circular gold clutch from Bvlgari’s Icons Minaudière collection, which holds a miniature book representing each Global Icon’s personal connection to culture.
The pendant is not only for decoration. It can be opened to reveal a small round insert with Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie written on it. In one of the campaign images, Adichie holds the small disc close to her face after taking it out of the pendant, showing the detail that connects the piece directly to her name.
She complements the look with stacked gold bracelets and slim rings on her fingers.
In a video shared alongside the campaign images, Adichie alternates between bright smiles and calm, thoughtful expressions, occasionally leaning forward in thoughtful poses. She says:
“I write realistic fiction. I write the kind of fiction that I hope will give someone who reads it a hundred years from now an idea of how we live today. I don’t think that novels should be ideologically correct because life is not ideologically correct. Life is messy. But I think novels should strive for emotional truth.”
Celebrity News
Tems Says ‘It’s White O’ Clock’ at the 2026 BRITS Awards
Tems attended the 2026 BRITS Awards in a head-to-toe white look on 28 February. She didn’t just light up the red carpet; she also presented the International Artist of the Year award to Spanish pop star Rosalía.
The outfit balanced simplicity with dramatic detailing on the corset, with delicate lace trims and visible textural details, and a bandeau neckline. Off-shoulder sleeves added volume and extended outward, contrasting the fitted bodice, while the lower half flowed into layered lace with a front split, giving the dress a soft, graceful shape.

Photo credit: Instagram
The all-white choice seemed deliberate. White often represents purity and virtue. For Tems, who has risen from a Nigerian star to a world music force, the colour felt symbolic. It reflected a new beginning and maturity. She did not rely on heavy colours or vibrant outfits. Instead, she allowed defined fabric and tailoring to speak.
Her hairstyle gave cultural weight to her look. It was styled by Dunsin Wright, where she wore three pigtail-thick braided woven loops, styled neatly to elevate her outfit. This hairstyle draws from distant African braiding traditions. The braids are seen as minimalist and protective, but for this look, they are expressive. On a global stage like the BRIT Awards, this choice subtly affirmed her Nigerian identity. It was a sight of her roots even in equipped fashion spaces.

James Kelly
Her makeup balanced it all with her dress. Deep ombre red glossy lips and defined smokey wing eyes added richness, preventing the white ensemble from feeling washed out. Statement earrings completed the look, adding sparkle without distraction.
Tems’ all-white look reflects the woman she has grown into. From Lagos to international stages as this one, she is fully aware of her place in the industry and mirrored her journey in a minimalistic all-white dress. It defined her authenticity and quiet power.
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