Celebrity Style
Nigerian Celebrities Who Take Fashion Risks.
One undebatable fact is that the Nigerian fashion scene is very daring. In a world where fashion is mostly performative dress ups, some Nigerian celebrities have made decisions to stand out. They do not just stand out in their crafts and beauty, they also set paces in the ways they choose to style themselves.
These Nigerian celebrities have understood that fashion is not just all about wearing pieces of clothing and makeup. They understand that it is also an art and rebellion. They have chosen not to define their senses of fashion with the standards that everyone goes by, rather they have made a solo path to tow on while others follow.
Some of these Nigerian celebrities include:
Nancy Isime

TV host and actress, Nancy Isime has carved a niche for herself with a fashion style that blends athleticism with elegance. She’s not your average glam girl; she’s fierce, dynamic, and always evolving.
Nancy takes risks by blending sporty and feminine aesthetics. She’s walked red carpets in tuxedos, dyed her hair blonde when it was still the wrongest thing to do, and consistently pushes the envelope with her hairstyles and bold prints.
Her fashion risks also extend into performance and hosting outfits; dramatic shoulder pads, leather corsets, and jumpsuits that showcase her toned physique. She doesn’t shy away from clothing that screams “power.”
Toke Makinwa

Media personality, influencer, and entrepreneur Toke Makinwa lives and breathes high fashion. She’s not afraid of the dramatic, the extravagant, or the sparkly. Her fashion risks often involve bold colors, racy cuts, and luxurious fabrics that scream confidence.
From plunging necklines to neon faux-fur coats, Toke has walked red carpets and graced social events in fashion pieces that only a few coud pull off. Her Instagram feed is a lookbook of high-risk, high-reward fashion moments.
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Tiwa Savage

Tiwa Savage is one of the few Nigerian celebrities who is not only a musical legend but also a fashion icon who constantly reinvents her style.h Whether she’s performing on international stages or attending Lagos fashion week, Tiwa knows how to command attention with her bold and most times, controversial fashion choices.
She is not afraid to use fashion to highlight her femininity, not minding what netizens have to say about her daring fashion choices.
One day she is putting on an oversized jacket with boots then the next day she is rocking a very sultry bikini while having fun at the beach. Her powerful fashion statements often sparks conversations online- both praises and criticism. Tiwa, however, does not care as she remains unapologetic about her fashion choices.
Tems

Tems is one out of Nigerian celebrities whose fashion choices steps out of the ordinary. She does not roll with the regular flashy celebrity fashion, yet she stands out whenever she makes an outing.
She has a thing for comfort and self expression as she favours calm tones, oversized pieces and dramatic outfits that rebels against the hyper feminine expectations placed on Nigerian celebrities.
Shaffy Bello

Shaffy Bello has redefined what it means to be stylish as a woman over 40. She is elegant, regal, and absolutely fearless in her fashion choices. Her presence at any red carpet event immediately raises the bar.
She embraces bold prints, dramatic ruffles, oversized jewelry, and high-fashion pieces. Shaffy wears fashion with the confidence of someone who knows herself and doesn’t need validation.
Her fashion risks are deeply tied to embracing age with style. She proves that older women can be just as daring and fashionable, challenging ageism in the entertainment industry.
You might want to have a rethink when next you have to step out in a fashion piece. You can choose to work with the normal or choose to step out of the ordinary.
Celebrity Style
Bimbo Ademoye Puts a Casual Spin on Blazer
Bimbo Ademoye effortlessly combines unconventional pieces. Her latest look flips the script by leaning into a sharper, more experimental silhouette. Known for her versatility on screen, Ademoye brings that same versatile style to her wardrobe. Her latest look of pairing a blazer with culottes denim which she shared with us on her Instagram, on March 20, 2026.

Photo: Nathan Godstime
Bimbo was photographed by Nathan Godstime in a tailored blazer with a deep neckline and tailored to narrow at the waist for a sharp hourglass effect. For bottoms, she paired the blazer with dark navy blue culottes denim. The contrast between the nipped-in blazer and the culottes is what makes the whole look work.
Bimbo’s hair was styled by Laidbyt in a straight honey-blonde wig that contrasted against the dark shade of her outfit. Her makeup, by Glambymorgan, included warm tones, glossy lip and a contoured finish.

Photo: Nathan Godstime
She accessorized her look with a black Dior Saddle bag with its signature Gold ‘D’, adding a touch of luxury to the denim. She also wore minimalist gold rings and oval-shaped gold-rimmed sunglasses. The sunglasses had a retro, late-90s style. For shoes, she went with Maison Margiela black leather Tabi mules.
Each piece was carefully chosen, and that just says a lot about Bimbo’s styling ability.
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Toke Makinwa Leads in Tailored Grey at The Creative Blueprint 2.0
When filmmaker Funke Akindele convened The Creative Blueprint 2.0 masterclass in March 2026, the room was filled with emerging female creatives seeking industry guidance. Toke Makinwa took to her Instagram and shared her outfit for the day on March 20, 2026, in a bespoke mid-grey suit by Julyet Peters. She served as the event’s moderator, who provided the first lesson of the day.

Photo Credit : Bangraphy
She wore an avant-garde blazer featuring heavily padded shoulders and dramatic oversized balloon style sleeves that taper at the wrist, and deep V-neckline that created a smooth elongated figure. She paired the suit with wide-leg trousers that match the volume of the top. They were high-waisted with deep pleats at the waist giving a modern touch to the tailoring. The grey fabric was cool and structured, and held their shape on her frame.

Photo Credit : Bangraphy
Her accessories defined the look. Gold statement pieces which included, large gold wing shaped earrings, multiple necklaces, layered dainty gold chains including one with small charms and a longer tiered pearl-and-gold lariet and Celine Triomphe oval sunglasses in rich chocolate brown.

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Her hair was styled in long, neat box braids that fell past her shoulders. Toké’s makeup was carefully done by Wunmique, featuring sharp brows, warm neutral-toned smoky eyeshadow and a bold red lip with a velvet matte finish.

Photo Credit : Bangraphy
For shoes, she went with white pointed-toe heels that sat at the hem, just barely visible, which complemented the tailored shape
For an event focused on inspiring young female creatives, she arrived with confidence, showing the purpose of the gathering.
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Tacha Flaunts Xesi Apparel With Grace in Every Step
If there is one thing we have come to expect from Anita Natacha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, is that she consistently delivers memorable fashion highlights, from achieving Guinness World Records for marathon makeovers to other viral appearances her fashion choices have always matched her public appearances. This time, the former BBNaija star and serial entrepreneur took to her Instagram to share some photos which she captioned with “Grace in every step, STRENGTH in every look”. She showed up in a butter-yellow mini dress from Xesi Apparel.

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She wore a custom-made dress built around a dramatic cowl neckline that extends into a cape-like structure over both shoulders. Soft in fabric yet structured, it sits well on her body. The yellow colour highlighted her skin tone.
Her glam complemented the outfit perfectly. A soft bronzed makeup look that included bold brows, paired with warm neutral eyeshadow and a nude ombre lip with gloss finish. Tacha’s hair was styled in bouncy waves in a warm honey-blonde that transitioned into a darker brunette at the roots.

Photo Credit : Esteemkingphotography
She accessorized the outfit with a white Dior Saddle bag with gold-tone hardware that sat cleanly against the yellow dress. Silver pointed-toe heels and a stack of gold bangles on one wrist rounded out the look, every detail considered, including pink-tinted oversized sunglasses that elevated the look. The shoes and bag added contrast to the bold colour of the outfit.
Beyond the outfit itself though, what stood out was simply the way she wore it. Tacha makes every outfit work with style.
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