A Closer Look at Nancy Isime’s Custom LDA Gown

Nancy Isime attended the Uyo Fashion Week Season 5 on May 17, 2026, at the Glass House, Tropicana Event Centre where she also served as the host for the event. Her appearance in a custom design by Lanre Da Silva Ajayi was a standout moment at the event, later shared on Instagram with the caption: “Host with the most.”

She wore a floor-length, halter neck gown with a mermaid cut. The bodice featured a structured, strapless sweetheart corset, divided into two rich textures: the upper section in metallic gold and the lower in copper-pink with an ornate rose pattern.

The design transitioned into a black velvet fabric that hugged her curves before flaring out slightly at the hem. The highlight of her outfit was the big oversized black taffeta attached at the back that gathered into a structured ruffle behind her shoulders and extended into a massive flowing train.

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Her hair was styled by The Private Salon, Lagos, in thin African braids drawn upward into a tightly coiled high top knot. Her makeup was handled by Cherries, featuring smoky eyeshadow and a glossy red lip. Gold accessories, layered dangling earrings and a wide cuff bracelet, completed the look.

Isime’s relationship with the designer is well established. She previously walked for Lanre Da Silva Ajayi during the SS26 Anniversary Collection show in Lagos, making the custom commission a natural continuation of their collaboration

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Compared to her recent appearance in a pink Isale Eko From Derin mini dress and floral fascinator at High Tea With BNS, that look was lighter in styling, while the LDA gown was more formal and structured for the event.