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Chioma Ikokwu Wears Lanre DaSilva Ajayi’s SS26 Couture at the Designer’s 20-Year Celebration

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Chioma Ikokwu arrived at Lanre Da Silva Ajayi’s 20th anniversary fashion show in Lagos wearing one of the standout looks from the newly released SS26 “Anniversary Collection.” The event marked two decades of the designer’s work and brought together long-time supporters of the brand and industry observers.

Chioma Ikokwu – Instagram

The dress she wore came straight from the runway and remained the main element of her appearance. The bodice used transparent panels reinforced with black contour lines, allowing the internal construction to be visible while still holding shape. Instead of relying on embellishment, the design focused on firm structure and precise shaping. The skirt shifted from the fitted bodice into layered black-and-white tulle arranged in uneven tiers that created volume without overwhelming the overall form.

Chioma Ikokwu – Instagram

This look reflects the direction of the SS26 collection, where Lanre Da Silva Ajayi leans more toward sculpted forms and technical control than the intricate detailing associated with some of her earlier work. The approach marks a clear shift in how the brand handles contrast, texture, and dimensionality.

Chioma kept her styling minimal. Black gloves, simple heels, and defined makeup ensured the dress remained the central focus. Photos taken across the venue show the piece maintaining its form consistently, reinforcing the designer’s intention for the dress to perform well both on and off the runway.

Chioma Ikokwu – Instagram

The brand highlighted Chioma’s appearance in its #LDA20 posts, and coverage of the anniversary event noted her look as one of the pieces that best represented the collection’s emphasis on structure, clarity, and controlled design. Many guests attended the milestone show, but Chioma’s choice stood out because it allowed the craftsmanship of the piece to remain fully visible without distraction.

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Toke Makinwa Goes Full Old Hollywood at Tiwa Savage’s Music Foundation Launch

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When guests arrived for the launch of the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, the night became more than a charity event. Guests experience a blend of style, music, and culture throughout the evening. Among the many familiar faces present, one look that stood out came from Toke Makinwa.

Photo: Instagram

Photo: Instagram

Toke stepped out in a look inspired by Old Hollywood cinema. It was a reference to the kind of glamour seen in classic films from the 1940s and 1950s.

Toke Makinwa chose a floor length black gown with a pink off-shoulder cape that set the tone. The silhouette followed a traditional Old Hollywood structure. It hugged the upper body and hips before flowing down into a long skirt. The design itself stayed simple, which allowed the structure and fabric to carry the look.

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Photo: Instagram

The neckline sat neatly across the shoulders, giving the outfit a balanced shape. No detail was exaggerated. It leaned more toward the dressing style of vintage red carpet dressing where clean cuts defined the look.

Old Hollywood style rarely stops at the dress. Hair and makeup are just as important, and Makinwa clearly kept that in mind. Her hair was styled in a soft-waved waves updo. She kept her makeup neutral.

One noticeable thing about the look was the restraint in styling. Rather than layering multiple accessories, Makinwa stayed with a few carefully selected pieces. A pair of statement earrings and necklace complemented the neckline of the dress. The jewelry choice worked well because it filled the visual space near her face without making the look feel crowded.

Photo: Instagram

Photo: Instagram

What made the outfit stand out was not excess or spectacle. It was the consistency of the styling. The dress design, hair, and makeup all pointed toward the same reference point. Nothing looked random or disconnected.

Old Hollywood style has always been about balance. With structured gowns, defined hair, and strong makeup working together in a controlled way. Makinwa’s appearance at the event followed that formula closely.

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Tems’ Polka Dot Strapless Dress is the Perfect Choice for Hot Weather

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On March 9, 2026, Tems shared photos on her Instagram when she performed with UK rapper Dave for a live performance of their hit song “Raindance.” The song became Tems’s first number one on the UK Singles Chart, so there was significant attention on the night. She captioned her post “My darling, can’t you see,” a line from the song and looking at these photos, the answer was written all over the dress.

Tems: Instagram

She wore a white strapless bodycon gown with black polka dots. The fabric had a ruched finish that gave it texture.
For accessories, she went with diamond statement pieces: a thin choker at her collarbone, diamond bracelets on both wrists, and a few rings.

Her hair was styled long and wavy, falling past both shoulders. The makeup was a clean soft-glam look that included well-defined brows, smoky eye with winged eyeliner and a dark ombre lip with a deep brown liner blended into a burgundy center.

Tems: Instagram

For a hot weather setting, white fabric does not hold heat the way darker colours do, it helps maintain comfort. The strapless cut keeps the arms and shoulders free. The fitted shape means the dress stays in place.

Tems is known for her personal, simple, and classic style; this outfit continues that style.

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Mercy Eke Exudes Luxe Vibes in Black Fringe Dress

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Mercy Eke stepped out for Laurent Perrier Women’s Celebration on March 9, 2026, and shared photos on Instagram with the caption “To every woman daring to dream bigger, speak louder, and take up space, celebrate you”.

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The BBNaija star arrived in a two-piece set crafted from black velvet. She wore a black strapless corset top with a sweetheart neckline and a semi-sheer structured bodice that emphasized her figure. She paired the blouse with a matching velvet skirt designed with sheer panels, vertical stripes and a long fringe.

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Mercy carried a mini nude Hermès Kelly bag. She added gold statement pieces: large ornate gold earrings and multiple stacked bracelets and a wristwatch. She wore strappy heeled sandals.

Her hair was styled in loose curls with a center part and slightly pushed back at the front, while her makeup was done in a full-glam style. The strappy gold heels matched the metal in her jewellery and completed the look.

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The velvet two-piece set defined the outfit, while the gold jewellery and nude Hermès Kelly bag added contrast and softened the darker tones, paired with strappy gold heels and full-glam beauty, the styling came together cleanly for the Laurent-Perrier Women’s Celebration .

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