Jerseys are everywhere now, way beyond just game days. What was once strictly sportswear has casually found its way into our everyday closets, rocked on city streets, and even spotted at dinner dates. Whether it’s a Super Eagles jersey or an American football number, these shirts have become a versatile wardrobe staple and the way people are styling them these days shows how jersey has become about fashion as it is about sports.

Nneka Ibeabuchi

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Nneka stepped out in a Nike 1996 Nigeria Super Eagles home football jersey, it had vertical green and white stripes, a centered black swoosh, with NIGERIA boldly printed across the front. Underneath, she wore a baggy light-wash jeans styled low on the hips. Her hair was done in neat cornrows. Her accessories included multiple gold rings, and a simple chain necklace.

Joselyn Dumas

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Joselyn opted for a yellow tie-dye polo shirt with green and red accents on the sleeves and collar. She layered it with light-wash high-waisted, wide-leg denim jeans. Her hair was styled in a shoulder-length black wig with a straight center part. Her accessories consisted of dark oversized sunglasses, a small gold bracelet, and a textured red Dolce & Gabbana crossbody handbag. She finished the outfit with a green open-toe heeled sandals decorated with a gold interlocking logo chain across the top.

Ella

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Ella chose a fitted, short-sleeved blue and white jersey featuring a central vertical white stripe, distinct shoulder paneling, and a bold “shluxe” graphic across the front. She paired it with a high-waisted, light-wash denim shorts with a raw, frayed hemline. She had her hair in long, neat black braids with curls styled with a clean center part, left hanging loosely down her back. Ella accessorized with multiple bracelets, a silver watch, gold hoop earrings, a single necklace, and a small cream-white handbag. She finished it off with low-top skate-style sneakers with a distinct blue, white, and black pattern and oversized white laces

Egharevba Tovia

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Tovia wore a white cropped jersey-style t-shirt with a purple sleeve paneling, black shoulder accents, a black V-neck collar, and a bold purple 69 graphic beneath a swoosh logo. For the bottom, she wore a tight-fitting, high-waisted black capri leggings. For her hair, it was styled in shoulder-length braids with curls that formed a fringe across her forehead. For accessories, she carried a mini black shoulder bag. Tovia completed her look with silver stiletto sandals designed with rhinestone straps across the toes and ankles.

Nashaira Belisa

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Nashaira wore a royal blue short-sleeved football kit, specifically the adidas FFK Curaçao home jersey, which featured a round federation crest on the chest. She paired it with a high-waisted, tailored white short with front pleats, neatly tucked in and secured with a slim brown leather belt. Her hair was styled into a smooth, low ponytail with a clean center part, falling over her right shoulder in soft, defined curls. Minimalist accessories was what she used, stud earrings, a silver wristwatch with a metallic strap. Her makeup was in warm nude shades.

Oluwani Moduroti

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Moduroti wore a cropped, bright blue mesh jersey with LOS ANGELES text, featuring bold yellow and white stripes on the sleeves and a yellow v-neck collar. She layered it with a low-rise, oversized light-wash jeans with a baggy fit and little distressed detailing. Her hair was styled in intricate cornrow braids at the crown that transitioned into micro-braids with curly, textured ends. She accessorized with thick yellow rectangular sunglasses, a long beaded cross pendant necklace, a silver jean chain, a striped green tie used as a belt, multiple bracelets, and a fluffy, yellow faux-fur handbag. For shoes, she wore colour-blocked sneakers in shades of green, yellow, and white.

Kathleen Caroline

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She opted for a bright yellow Brazil national football jersey with a green crew neck, layered tightly beneath a structured, satin-finish white waist corset with front hook closure. She paired it with oversized white parachute-style trousers featuring a puffy bubble-hem overlay around the hips. Her hair was made in long black box braids styled with a sharp side part, allowing several strands to fall over her right shoulder. Her accessories included large hoop earrings, a chunky gold chain necklace paired with a long layered cross pendant, and several rings. For footwear, she went with pointed-toe high heels in a bright neon yellow shade that coordinated with the jersey.

These looks show just how easily a jersey can fit into everyday dressing. Paired with denim, tailored separates, heels or sneakers, it works across different personal styles while bringing a sporty edge to an outfits.

The 2026 BET Awards brought together a mix of A-list names from across music, film, and entertainment to celebrate Black culture at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, with Druski hosting the night. The event featured several standout moments on stage, including Teyana Taylor receiving the Icon of the Year Award from Janet Jackson, as well as other major honorary recognitions like Sylvia Rhone receiving the Ultimate Icon Award and Lauryn Hill being honored with the Living Legend Icon Award.

But before all the big wins of the night fully unfolded, one of the major things to look out for was the red carpet. Sheer, corseted and revealing fashion trends were seen on multiple celebrities, each styled in distinct ways.

Doechii appeared in a dark brown crochet maxi dress, styled in a backless knit design. Keke Palmer followed in a  black Gucci gown featuring a one-shoulder neckline, a thigh-high slit, a dramatic open-back design, and silver crystal embellishments. Latto also partook in the trend in a black sheer corset gown. Chloe Bailey added a different angle to it, stepping out in a strapless Valdrin Sahiti gown with a blonde hairstyle that carried a soft Marilyn Monroe-inspired feel.

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Teyana Taylor in Stéphane Rolland

Other celebrities decided to walk the red carpet in red and burgundy tones. Teyana Taylor wore a Stephanie Rolland gown with a structured bodice, voluminous hip detailing, and a beaded finish across the bust, completed with a matching hat. Kehlani appeared in a red fitted CHATS by C.DAM gown with gathered detailing at the shoulder and waist. The host of the night Druski, also stepped out in a burgundy Louis Vuitton double-breasted suit styled with a white shirt underneath and matching tie.

Some looks also carried tribute elements. Janet Jackson wore a Tupac graphic shirt layered over a white turtleneck and paired with straight-leg trousers. She completed the look with a structured belt and a veiled hat.

Queen Latifah, who is part of the newly created BET board of advisors, wore a dark monochrome look with voluminous sleeves. Keep scrolling to see more of the best looks from the 2026 BET Awards.

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Kehlani in CHATS by C.DAM

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Olandria Carthen in Theophilio

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Druski in Louis Vuitton

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Chloe Bailey in Valdrin Sahiti

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Coco Jones in Basil Soda

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Karen Bass

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Candiace Dillard-Basset

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Doechii

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Nia Long

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Lizzo

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Tems

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Marsai Martin.

Capri pants are officially back, and it’s not just a passing trend. With stars like Priscilla Ojo and Mide Iwasokun wearing them lately, it’s clear this look is here to stay. They are making it look so stylish that its becoming hard to ignore.

The interesting thing about this comeback is how deliberate it feels. These are not accidental styling choices. Every woman rocking capris right now is doing it with full confidence, and each look is proving exactly why this trend deserves attention.

Priscilla Ojo

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Priscilla wore a white halter-neck blouse with a high neckline, asymmetrical drape, and a delicate black lace hem. She paired it with high-waisted, fitted black capri pants featuring matching black lace trim at the bottom cuffs. Her hair was done in a smooth high updo with two soft, wavy tendrils framing the face. Her accessories included a metallic blue mini top-handle clutch, minimalist silver pieces, including a watch, a thin bracelet, and small stud earrings. For footwear, she wore white thong-style heeled sandals with a distinctive square toe.

Oyin Edogi

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Oyin wore a black fitted, long-sleeved button-up cardigan cropped slightly above the waist, paired with high-waisted white capri-length pants. She styled her outfit with a black Chanel-style flap bag with a gold chain strap, a necklace and stud earrings. She completed the look with white minimalist heeled slide sandals with a thin strap design.

Mercy Eke

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Mercy opted for a cream-colored blouse featuring small black polka dots, styled with a high neckline and dramatic, draped dolman sleeves. She paired it with matching cream and black polka-dot capri pants with a tailored, form-fitting silhouette. Her hair was worn in a full shoulder-length blowout with a clean middle part and soft, face-framing layers. Her accessories consisted of a bright red leather handbag, oversized black sunglasses, and stacked bracelets on both wrists. Mercy’s shoes were red patent leather open-toe slide sandals with a distinct strap design.

Dede Ashiogwu

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Dede went with an all-black monochrome look in a cropped black jacket with wide sleeves and a high collar, worn open over a simple black bralette. She layered it with high-waisted, form-fitting black capri leggings with a simple sheen. Her hair was styled in dark long curls with a clean middle part. For accessories, she carried a black top-handle handbag and wore a gold pendant necklace and sparkling drop earrings. Her shoes were black pointed-toe stiletto heels adorned with a silver crystal bow embellishment on the toe.

Bella Okagbue

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Bella chose a red, strapless bandeau top with a slightly flared peplum silhouette. On the bottom, she wore high-waisted form-fitting capri leggings with a bold leopard print. Her hair was styled in a short bone-straight black bob parted cleanly down the center. Bella accessorized with a matching leopard-print silk headscarf tied neatly around her head, a red quilted leather flap bag featuring a woven chain strap, long dangling gold drop earrings and a chunky gold cuff bracelet on her wrist.

Frances Theodore

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Frances chose a light pink and white gingham halter-style tank top, worn over high-waisted, fitted white capri pants that sat just below the knee. Her hair was kept in long, full dark waves styled with a deep side part. For accessories, she kept things minimal with a hot pink textured envelope clutch bag, layered gold necklaces, drop earrings, and bracelets. She completed the look with white pointed-toe stiletto pumps with silver ankle chains.

Mide Iwasokun

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Mide wore a simple white tank top with thick shoulder straps. She paired it with high-waisted, fitted red and white gingham checkered capri pants with small side slits at the hem. Her hair was styled in a high curly ponytail pulling the hair back away from the face. She complemented her outfit with a bright red Chanel flap handbag featuring a gold chain interwoven shoulder strap.

Capri pants are having a major comeback, and they’re certainly here to stay. Whether you prefer a bold leopard print or a sleek black pair. Nigerian celebrities have definitely embraced the trend, proving that capris belong in every wardrobe right now.