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Setting Trends: 5 Celebrities who are Redefining Asoke Style
Asoke, the iconic Nigerian fabric, has been an essential traditional attire for centuries. Originating from the Yoruba people, Asoke is renowned for its vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and rich cultural significance. From ceremonial events to everyday wear, Asoke has played a vital role in Nigerian fashion, symbolizing heritage, elegance, and sophistication.
However, as with any aspect of fashion, Asoke has undergone significant transformations over the years. Modern designers and stylists have experimented with innovative techniques, pushing the boundaries of traditional Asoke style.
At the forefront of this revolution are five Nigerian celebrities who are redefining Asoke style with their bold, trendy, and unapologetic approach to fashion:
Nancy Isime: The Modern Muse

Nancy Isime effortlessly slaying in her Asoke stylish outfit
Nancy Isime, the stunning actress and TV host, has been a long-time advocate for modernizing traditional Nigerian attire. Her Asoke ensembles are always impeccably styled, showcasing her ability to blend heritage with high-fashion flair. Whether she’s walking the red carpet or attending a casual gathering, Nancy’s Asoke looks are always on point.
Kie Kie: The Fashion Risk-Taker

Kie kie -The fashion risk taker in her beautiful Asoke attire
Kie Kie, the popular comedian and media personality, is known for her fearless approach to fashion. She often experiments with bold, unconventional Asoke styles, incorporating vibrant colors and eclectic patterns into her outfits. Kie Kie’s confidence and creativity have inspired a new generation of fashion enthusiasts to push the boundaries of traditional Asoke style.
Stephanie Coker

Stephanie Coker in a sultry look in an Asoke outfit
Stephanie Coker, the beautiful TV host and actress, embodies the essence of elegant Asoke style. Her ensembles are always polished, sophisticated, and thoughtfully curated, showcasing her deep understanding of traditional Nigerian fashion. Whether she’s attending a high-profile event or hosting duties, Stephanie’s Asoke looks are always effortlessly chic.
Toke Makinwa: The Fashion Forward Thinker

Toke Makinwa in her Owambe Asoke look
Toke Makinwa, the popular media personality and fashion enthusiast, is a true innovator when it comes to Asoke style. She often incorporates modern twists into her traditional outfits, experimenting with bold colors, statement accessories, etc. Toke’s fearless approach to fashion has earned her a reputation as one of Nigeria’s most stylish celebrities.
Ariyiike Dimples

Ariyiike Dimples in a purple laced Asoke outfit
Ariyiike Dimples, the talented actress, content creator and TV producer, is a proud advocate for Nigerian culture and heritage. Her Asoke Style are always meticulously crafted, showcasing her deep appreciation for traditional Nigerian fashion. Whether she’s attending a cultural event or simply attending an Owambe, Ariyiike’s Asoke looks are always a testament to her pride and passion for Nigerian culture.
These five celebrities are redefining Asoke style with their innovative approach to traditional Nigerian fashion. By blending heritage with high-fashion flair, they are inspiring a new generation of fashion enthusiasts to experiment with bold, trendy, and unapologetic Asoke styles. As Nigerian fashion continues to evolve, one thing is certain – Asoke will remain an integral part of the country’s rich cultural heritage.
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Meagan Good Wears Nigerian Label Weiz Dhurm Franklyn
American actress Meagan Good attended the Africa Creative Exchange Dinner in Lagos on November 9, 2026, with her husband, actor Jonathan Majors. For the occasion, she wore a white mini dress by Nigerian label Weiz Dhurm Franklyn, from the brand’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection.
The dress had a fitted bodice covered in rows of bronze, black and green beadwork. White straps ran over the shoulders. A long panel of white fabric fell from the side. Good paired the dress with a black clutch and black strappy heels.

Photo: Instagram/@meagangood
Her hair was styled in voluminous curls with a side part, and her makeup was done in warm tones and a nude lip.
Her outfit draws inspiration from Igbo-Ukwu bronze art, which informed the label’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection. This influence can be seen in the bronze-toned beadwork and decorative details on the dress.
Other guests at the dinner included American actress Amandla Stenberg, basketball analyst Chiney Ogwumike, and actress Beverly Naya alongside filmmakers, actors, investors and other creatives from Africa and the African communities overseas.

Photo: Instagram/@meagangood
Organised by Amplify Africa as part of its inaugural Diaspora Week Lagos, the dinner was held at Pitstop Village in Ikoyi. Good and Majors hosted the gathering, which brought together guests from the entertainment and creative industries for an evening of networking and discussions about African storytelling.
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Genevieve Nnaji Goes All Black for Creative Africa Nexus
Genevieve Nnaji does not turn up at events often, so when she does, people notice. It has been months since her last public appearance, and just when it seemed we would have to wait longer, she resurfaced in black. Then again, we should not be surprised; when she decides to show up, she does it in style.
The actress attended Creative Africa Nexus, wearing a dress from Orire’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection. The Lagos-based label showed the collection at Lagos Fashion Week on November 1, 2026.

Photo: Instagram/@genevievennaji
The black dress was floor-length, sleeveless and fitted at the top, with a deep V neckline. Gathered folds ran down the skirt from the waist, and long panels of fabric hung from both shoulders almost to the hem.
She paired the look with gold hoop earrings, a matching bracelet and a small black round clutch with a ruffled edge. Her hair was loose in soft waves with a side parting, and her makeup was done in warm tones with a nude lip.
Creative Africa Nexus Weekend, also known as CANEX WKND, is organised by Afreximbank, the African Export-Import Bank, and runs from November 5 to 8 at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Cultural and Creative Arts in Lagos. This is the first time Nigeria is hosting the event.

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The gathering is billed as Africa’s largest for creative and cultural industries. People from film, music, fashion, sport, publishing and business are in Lagos, along with investors and policymakers, to discuss trade and financing for the sector.
This year’s theme is “One People, United in Culture, Creating for the World: From FESTAC ’77 to CANEX’27.” A major concert for artists from across Africa and the diaspora takes place on November 7, and the final day, November 8, is for cultural excursions and food activities.
In May, she was at the Cannes Film Festival, where the Red Sea Film Foundation honoured her at its Women in Cinema gala. There, she wore a brown outfit that slipped off one shoulder, with a ruched sleeve and a wide waistband. Her hair was worn long and straight, parted in the middle.
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Nancy Isime Is Giving Bride Goals in Her ‘Loving Itohan’ Wedding Photos
Nancy Isime has shared bridal wedding photos from Loving Itohan, her first film as executive producer. The actress and TV host posted them on Instagram as the film opened in cinemas nationwide on November 6, 2026.
Nancy wore a short white dress from Medlin Couture Collection, covered in pearl beading. It had a high neckline, long sheer lace sleeves and a small cut-out at the chest. The bodice was fitted like a corset, and the skirt was snug. Medlin Boss was also the stylist behind the look.
Nancy paired the look with white pointed heels. Adefunkeee styled her hair partly pulled up, with flowing waves. Tolufelix did her makeup in neutral tones.

Photo: Instagram/@nancyisimeofficial
Uzor Arukwe, her co-star, was dressed by Jax Grehman in a white tuxedo jacket with a swirl pattern and a black bow tie. He paired it with a white shirt and black trousers.
Loving Itohan comes from NIP Studios. The film is a romantic drama about second chances. Nancy plays the lead, Itohan, a woman hit by loss and by secrets she did not expect. Alongside Uzor Arukwe, the cast includes Martha Ehinome Orhiere, Dorathy Bachor, Chioma Nwosu, Florence Sunday, Grace Dein Coker and Obehi Aburime.
Emmanuel Izuoba produced the film, while Nancy served as its executive producer. When she shared the trailer, she called the film “our baby” and said it was finally here. The trailer shows a drama built on secrets and hard choices.

Photo: Instagram/@nancyisimeofficial
Her past film roles also included Saving Onome, which reached cinemas in April 2024. She and Uzor also starred together in the 2019 romantic comedy Hire a Woman, alongside late Alexx Ekubo.
Nancy’s earlier photos from the film showed her in a red Edo outfit and a coral bead crown. This white mini dress is a change from that traditional look.
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