When Jackie Aina stepped out for the recent celebration hosted by Yves Saint Laurent Beauty, she arrived in a plunging crystal-embellished pink suit. She’s known for her sharp eye for beauty and branding.

The suit aligned with the brand’s identity and her perceived personality. Cut in a rich pink fabric, the color choice contrasted with her skin tone and the event’s evening setting. The blazer was tailored close to the body, with a deep plunging neckline exposing her midriff that replaced the need for an inner blouse or camisole. This design choice highlighted the craftsmanship of the suit and the crystal detailing that traced parts of the lapel and bodice.

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Rather than scatter embellishments across the entire outfit, the crystals were placed strategically. The detailing of the jacket highlighted its shape and added texture without conflicting with the base fabric. Under event lighting, the stones created a soft shimmer that registered clearly in photos but still maintained its design.

The trousers followed the same tailored structure. High-waisted and fitted through the hips, they fell into a straight, slightly relaxed leg. With the blazer already detailed, the clean bottom made the look feel soft.

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She opted for minimal jewellery, which allowed the crystal work to act as the primary accessory. Her earrings were delicate. She wore a Saint Laurent Amalia slingback pump. The pointed-toe structure of the heel gave off a sophisticated and classic look.

The 15 Percent Pledge Gala was held on February 7, 2026, at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles. Nigerian designers dressed several attending celebrities including Serayah, Chloe Bailey and Ayra Starr.

Nigerian celebrity designer Onalaja designed not one but two celebrity outfits.

Serayah In Onalaja

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Serayah wore a custom floor length gown. The dress had a v-neckline and a form-fitting figure that highlighted her shape. It was heavily decorated with tonal red beading arranged in swirling, circular patterns creating a rich texture. She accessorized the outfit with gold statement drop earrings and simple rings. Her hair was styled in a high topknot bun; make up included smokey eyes and nude lips.

Symphani Soto in Onalaja

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Onalaja also styled Symphani Soto in a black sequins gown. The dress is a midnight couture gown, it features a strapless, sweatheart neckline in a bodycon and mermaid style. The corset bodice is styled with hand applied 3D floral appliqués. The rest of the gown is crafted from a shimmering sequined black fabric. Her hair was styled in smooth Hollywood waves with a deep side part. Her makeup featured shaped winged eyeliner, defined brows and brown nude coloured lips. She used simple accessories, wearing just a simple delicate gold earrings and necklace.

Eni Popoola In Hertunba

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Eni Popoola arrived in a tara dress by Nigerian celebrity designer Hertunba, the dress has alot of hand-beaded details. The gown is strapless, and hand-beaded, it features a striped sequined pattern and feathered hem. Her hair was wore in deep waves that fell down her shoulders. Her most noticed accessory was a DIDRIS Rope Bracelet worn on her wrist, she added gold earrings and matching rings.

Marvella In Hertunba

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Marvella took a completely different direction in another Hertunba design, rocking a graphic print dress with bold primary colors and lines that looked like wearable art.

Quen Blackwell In Tia Adeola

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Quen Blackwell walked in wearing a metallic silver outfit with ruffles. She paired the outfit with purple accented glasses. The cropped jacket, layered skirt everything worked just well.

Ayra Starr In Tia Adeola

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Ayra Starr wore a a white feathered gown with cutouts, accessorized with a beaded statement necklace and matching earrings. Her was styled in defined curls with a wet-look finish.

Chloe Bailey In Weiz Dhurm Franklyn

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Chloe Bailey was designed by Weiz Dhurm Franklyn. She wore a floor-length, body-hugging gown in a soft ivory fabric. It includes a leather bust accented with silver eyelets. Chloe paired the look with a cross necklace, sparkling earrings and open-toed silver heels. Her hair was styled in long waist-length hair.

Amina Seck in MSO Lagos

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Amina Seck wore a custom black-and-pink gown by Nigerian fashion brand MSO Lagos, featuring a high-neck black velvet bodice and a pink-and-black taffeta bubble skirt with a front slit. Accessories included a Dior Lady Art handbag, black pointed-toe heels, sheer tights and gold-and-white earrings. Her hair was styled in a high braided updo.

Olandria In House Of Marvee

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Olandria wore an orange fringed gown by House of Marvee with sequined patterns and a halter-neckline, accessorized with silver rings. Her hair was styled in a curly wig parted in the middle, and her makeup used warm tones.

Chioma Adeleke’s style has always invited conversation, but her recent choice of sandals pushes that topic in a different direction. It moved her image from the familiar “girl next door” label.

For a long time, public perception of Chioma’s fashion identity leaned on simplicity. Safe colour choice, simple design, nothing dramatic. Her latest sandal design disrupts that narrative in a quiet but firm way.

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The sandals stand out immediately. They are hot pink Esor Marie Rene feathered high-heel sandals. The gladiator-style features a rounded square toe with extensive ankle and leg straps. The heel is a patent metal. The standout feature of her sandal is the feathers around the ankle and calf area. The structure and material finish show deliberate design choices. The design leans towards high fashion rather than everyday casual wear. The straps placement balances exposure and structure, defining her foot gracefully.

It’s worthy to note that in Nigerian celebrity fashion, sandals have long moved past basic utility. They now operate as status markers, craftsmanship displays, and styling anchors. From handmade leather designs to international luxury labels, sandals communicate taste as loudly as heels or designer bags. Chioma’s selection aligns with this shift. It shows awareness of where fashion conversations are heading rather than where they have been.

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What truly moves the look beyond “girl next door’ territory is the psychological shift it communicates. The girl next door archetype relies on softness, safety, and familiarity. Chioma’s sandals interrupt that comfort zone.

It also reflects maturity in personal branding. As public figures grow, their fashion language often evolves alongside life changes. Marriage, motherhood, business ventures, and public scrutiny all shape presentation. Her footwear choice reads like someone refining her image rather than abandoning it.