Fashion

Celebrity-Inspired Asoebi Styles for Your Next Event

Published

9 months ago

11 September 2025

Nigerian weddings are more than just about the couples. It’s a celebration where love meets with fashion. However, one of the things that keeps the majority of the guests thinking long before the event is simple: they hardly know what to wear.

In a country where there are different asoebi styles, nobody wants to show up looking outdated. Everyone is always ready to rock the right outfit, because it doesn’t just make you stand out, it also leaves a lasting impression.

This is why, to help you bring your best look to your next owambe, we’ve rounded up some celebrity-inspired asoebi styles that prove fashion becomes easy when done right. These stars never fail to capture attention, and their outfits are the perfect blend of tradition and modernity.

Osas Ighodaro – The Queen of Effortless Glam

Osas Ighodaro

Osas Ighodaro at Veekejames’ wedding, stepped out in an olive-green attire that spoke one language: pure class. The deep neckline, bold cut-out details, and intricate beadwork made the outfit instantly eye-catching. The draped fabric, styled like a sari with sparkling designs, added a regal touch. She completed the look with a matching green head wrap, glittery clutch, and strappy heels. Her simple makeup, sleek ponytail, and drop earrings tied everything together beautifully.

Diane Russet – The Silver Star

Diane Russet

Diane shone like a diamond in the silver gown. In a mermaid figure, it had a neckline, structured waist detail, and a dramatic train behind her. Her oversized silver bow headpiece made her the center of attraction. To add to the outfit, she held a personalized floral fan, while her strappy heels finished it off. Her soft glam makeup, jewelry, and her natural curls made it more beautiful.

Chioma Ikokwu – The Pink Statement

Chioma Ikokwu

Chioma’s Ikokwu is one person who never disappoints when it comes to fashion. At JP2025, her second traditional dress was a pink gown that left guests speechless. The gown featured floral detailing around the neckline with delicate ribbons, hugging her figure before flowing gracefully to the floor in embroidered patterns. She paired it with a head wrap, matching bead jewelry, drop earrings, and bangles. Her glam was radiant and complemented the entire look perfectly.

Liquorose – The Bold Beauty

Liquorose

Liquorose proved once again that she doesn’t play it safe with style. Her green gown was adorned with intricate floral details, highlighted by bold orange petals at the shoulder. She paired the look with a lemon clutch and a matching head wrap, while her lemon heels with silver accents completed the ensemble beautifully.

Nancy Isime– The Green-Gold Goddess

Nancy Isime

Nancy amazes us in this green mixed with gold accent dress. The fitted top was decorated in beaded style and the flowing green skirt was adorned with an elegant pattern. She paired it with a matching head wrap that added beauty to it. Her makeup was bold with a striking red lip stick that gave it a strong appearance.

Veekejames – The Showstopper

Veekejames

Veekejames stormed JP2025 in a structured green dress with dramatic puff sleeves and floral embellishments. The hemline had a bow detail that gave it an extra flair, perfect for studio shots. She completed the look with a matching head wrap, a shiny gold purse, simple makeup, and golden jewelry that tied the ensemble together beautifully.

At the end of the day, Asoebi is more than just any other cloth, it’s a reflection of culture, personality, and pride. These celebrity-inspired styles remind us that when dressed with intention, you won’t just step into an event, your look will remain an unforgettable experience.

Models

Tamunosoye Karibi George Wins Miss World Nigeria 2026

Published

7 days ago

9 June 2026

Laju Odogwu

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Tamunosoye Karibi-George just officially became the new Miss World Nigeria, and Bayelsa State has every reason to celebrate.

The 26-year-old was crowned at the grand finale held at Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, on Saturday night, June 6, 2026. She surpassed 19 other finalists to win the title. Although she represented Bayelsa State in the competition, Karibi-George is originally from Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

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The pageant, organised by the Silverbird Group, started with 37 contestants from different states. They went through a week-long camp that consisted of leadership training and community engagement activities, which also counted toward judging. The field eventually narrowed to 20 finalists. This year’s competition theme was “Pride, Power, and Purpose.”

Silverbird Group founder and former senator representing bayelsa east Ben Murray-Bruce broke the news on Sunday via a post on X, congratulating Karibi-George and highlighting her work outside of pageantry. He wrote: “WE HAVE A QUEEN! A new chapter begins. Please join us in celebrating TAMUNOSOYE KARIBI-GEORGE, representing Bayelsa State, as the newly crowned Miss World Nigeria 2026! More than a queen, Tamunosoye is a passionate advocate for change.

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Through her initiative, Beyond Labels, she champions inclusion, dignity, and empowerment for children with special needs, creating safe spaces where every child is encouraged to dream boldly and realise that their circumstances do not define their future.”

Karibi-George takes over from Joy Raimi, who held the Miss World Nigeria 2025 title and represented Nigeria at the 72nd Miss World pageant in Hyderabad, India. Raimi finished in the Top 20 overall and was among the Top 5 contestants from Africa.

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Karibi-George will now represent Nigeria at the 73rd Miss World Festival in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from August 9 to September 5, 2026.

Fashion

Oleku Is Back and Better, But with a Fresh Twist

Published

1 week ago

6 June 2026

Laju Odogwu

Photo: Instagram

The Oleku style is making its way into the spotlight but with a redefined twist. The classic Nigerian short wrapper style is back, from Lagos parties to celebrity photo shoots, the oleku is everywhere again. The women bringing it back are not playing it safe at all.

Mercy Aigbe

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Mercy Aigbe wore a two-piece dress in black and burgundy damask brocade with intricate swirls, featuring wide, flared sleeves and an asymmetrical mini hemline detailed with metallic gold fringe. She accessorized with a sculptural gele crafted from the same damask fabric, round retro-style sunglasses, a metallic gold chain necklace and a small rectangular red micro bag. The outfit was paired with red strappy high-heeled sandals.

Nelly Mbonu

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Nelly Mbonu wore a fitted lace two-piece dress featuring three-quarter sleeves and a floor-length side train, crafted from an intricate overlay lace woven in sky blue and silver threads. Her accessories included a gele made from a cerulean blue fabric, a matching blue ipele draped over her right arm in silver floral print, a filigree gold pendant with matching drop earrings. For footwear, she wore classic white pointed-toe pumps.

Kiekie

Photo: Instagram/Kiekie

Kiekie wore a high-low two-piece from Accost Collection, her brand in jacquard with an intricate pattern in blue, magenta and red, with puff sleeves and a pleated short side train. She styled the look with a large, multi-layered gele crafted from the same jacquard fabric, traditional layered coral bead necklaces from Ordawyse Jewels and matching bracelets. She completed the look with dark cat-eye sunglasses and a cherry red quilted leather bag. She wore turquoise satin pointed-toe pumps.

Simi Dapson

Photo: Instagram/Simisanya

Simi Dapson stepped out in a gold two-piece adorned with sequins, beads, and intricate embroidery, featuring sheer long sleeves and a draped detail extending from the hip. She accessorized with a gele in a muted champagne tone adorned with dark embroidery, a bold necklace and matching drop earrings, and a rectangular clutch fully covered in sparkling red sequins. She wore open-toe high-heeled shoes.

Bimbo Ademoye

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Bimbo Ademoye wore a metallic silver co-ord set trimmed with deep red ostrich feathers, styled with a red metallic gele, gold earrings, necklace and complemented by red strappy heels.

Hilda Baci

Photo: Instagram/Hildabaci

Hilda Baci wore a lace embroidered top, ruched pink mini skirt, a bow-tied pink gele, a silver mini bag and embellished kitten heels.

Bose Ogulu

Photo: Instagram/Boseogulu

Bose Ogulu, Burna Boy’s mother and manager, wore a neon green lace crochet blouse with wide, bell-shaped sleeves and a high-waisted mini skirt in green-and-gold brocade. She styled it with a gele in matching green-and-gold fabric, a gold necklace, drop earrings, and metallic clutch.

These women are not just revisiting an old trend. They are reshaping it through redefined fabric choices and better styling. The oleku is no longer just for owambe. It has moved into broader fashion dialogue, and these looks shows its continued relevance.

Entertainment

British-Nigerian Rapper Dave Announces First Lagos Headline Show.

Published

2 weeks ago

3 June 2026

Destiny Echobu

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British-Nigerian rapper David Orobosa Omoregie popularly known as Dave, has officially announced his first headline concert in Lagos, scheduled for 16 and 17 October, 2026, at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Cultural and Creative Arts formerly known as the National Theatre. The announcement was made through Dave’s official social media platforms. He revealed that the shows to be performed are part of his ongoing “The boy who played the harp” world tour.

Dave is widely recognised as one of the most successful rap artist in United Kingdom with several awards.

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Despite his Nigerian root, he has never headlined a concert in Nigeria before. This makes the announcement a homecoming moment as one of the most successful British-Nigerian artist prepares to perform in Nigeria for the first time.

The Lagos shows are being viewed as a significant milestone in his career indicating his global success and a special return to his ancestral roots. Which strengthens the growing connection between global music stars and African audiences. The performances are expected to bring together fans from across Nigeria and beyond, as it celebrates the growing influence of African culture on the global music scene. The Lagos shows further strengthens the growing connection between international music stars and African audiences.

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As the concert date continues to draw nearer, anticipation continues to build among fans eager to witness Dave’s headline concert in Nigeria. With his strong reputation for live shows, lyrical storytelling, and chart-topping records the concert is expected to be the most remarkable music event in Lagos this year.