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THE GLOBAL AWARD FOR FASHION DESIGNERS ACROSS AFRICA
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| LIFESTYLE
| FASHION
| EMPOWERMENT
| 9TH EDITION 13TH-15TH NOVEMBER
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🌍✨ THE HANDS THAT WEAR AFRICA. THE MINDS THAT DEFINE HER. Africa has always told her story through cloth, colour, craftsmanship and culture. And now, a new chapter is being written. Meet the Headlining Designers of Fashion Essence 2026 β€” visionary creatives who are pushing African fashion beyond borders, redefining our identity, and proving that when Africa creates, the world takes notice. πŸ”₯ From heritage to innovation, from the streets to the runway, these designers are bringing their unique voices to one extraordinary stage. 1981 Clothing | Stephnora Fashion | Amdidldy | House of Viola Pelle | Peniel by TDA | 1981 Woman | Kais Divo Collection | Benji Lulu This is more than a fashion show. It is our culture walking. It is our heritage evolving. It is Africa in motion. πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬πŸŒ ✨ FASHION ESSENCE 2026 β€” 9TH AFRICAN FASHION DESIGNER AWARD πŸ“… 15th November 2026 πŸ“ The Podium, Lekki ⏰ 5PM Come witness the designers shaping the future of African fashion. Sponsors And Partners @lagosstategovt Lagos state tourism art and culture @trophystout @afdaworld @mijentatequila_ng @19crimes @josecuervong @mysogiads @boilingpointcreatives @arisenewsofficial @spicetvafrica2000 @theinstablog9jatv @_citylifeng @mystitchesafrica @albertogundestudios @sozevents.ng #FashionEssence2026 #AFDA2026 #AfricanFashionDesignerAward #explore #fyp taken in The Podium Lekki by @afdaworld
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THE ESSENCE HAS A VOICE. ✨πŸ”₯ Three powerful personalities. One unforgettable stage. We are proud to officially announce Lexie Armani @lexie_armani Princess Ekeinde @princess.ekeinde & Soma Apex @soma_apex as the Hosts of the 9th African Fashion Designers Award β€” Fashion Essence 2026. πŸŽ™οΈπŸ† They are not just hosting an event. They are joining us to tell a story β€” a story of African creativity, culture, identity, craftsmanship and the future of fashion. This November, Lagos becomes the meeting point where fashion meets culture and culture becomes legacy. The stage is set. The voices are ready. The essence is coming alive. 15th Showing The Podium Lekki @thepodiumlekki November 2026 | Lagos, Nigeria 9th African Fashion Designers Award FASHION ESSENCE 2026 Who is ready for the biggest celebration of African fashion? πŸ”₯ Sponsors And Partners @lagosstategovt Lagos state tourism art and culture @trophystout @afdaworld @mijentatequila_ng @19crimes @josecuervong @mysogiads @boilingpointcreatives @arisenewsofficial @spicetvafrica2000 @theinstablog9jatv @_citylifeng @mystitchesafrica @albertogundestudios @sozevents.ng Executive Producer @officialkingdasilva Designers @b.o.b_apparel_ @stephnorafashionhouse @penielbytda Directed by @geeteeshotit Director of Photography @emmygallerystudio @kadexgraphy_ Written by @officialkingdasilva Edited by @geeteeshotit Mua @fleekbyveeki_ Hair Stylist @lekkistylist_itz_oracle Location @penielbytda Bts @lyndasmedia #AFDA2026 #FashionEssence2026 #africanfashiondesignersaward #explore #fyp taken in The Podium Lekki by @afdaworld
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Something is coming… πŸ‘€βœ¨ Behind the scenes of something extraordinary. FASHION ESSENCE 2026 The 9th African Fashion Designers Award. This is only a glimpse. The full story is coming. πŸ”₯ Cast: @princess.ekeinde @soma_apex @lexie_armani Creative Director: @geeteeshotit Director of Photography 1 @emmygallerystudio Director of Photography 2 @kadexgraphy_ Designers : @penielbytda @b.o.b_apparel_ Designer: @stephnorafashionhouse MUA: @fleekbyveeki Hair Stylist: @lekkistylist_itz_oracle BTS: @lyndasmedia #FashionEssence2026 #AFDA2026 #fashion #fyp #explore taken in Lagos, Nigeria by @afdaworld
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THE QUEEN IS READY TO OWN THE BLACK CARPET! πŸ‘‘ Meet Princess Ekeinde, the Queen of Vibes, bringing elegance, confidence, and star power as the Official Black Carpet Host of the 9th African Fashion Designers Award (AFDA) β€” Fashion Essence 2026! 🌍✨ Get ready for a spectacular celebration of African creativity, culture, fashion, and excellence as the continent’s finest come together for an unforgettable experience! πŸ“… Date: 15th November 2026 πŸ“ Venue: The Podium, Lekki, Lagos πŸ–€ Black Carpet: 4:00 PM πŸ”₯ Fashion Show: 5:00 PM Get Access via : https://elfri.co/e/29nqrw An iconic night. A golden experience. Africa’s fashion story continues! πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬πŸŒ Fashion Essence 2026 β€” Where African Fashion Meets Excellence. Sponsors And Partners @lagosstategovt Lagos state tourism art and culture @trophystout @afdaworld @mijentatequila_ng @19crimes @josecuervong @mysogiads @boilingpointcreatives @arisenewsofficial @spicetvafrica2000 @theinstablog9jatv @_citylifeng @mystitchesafrica @albertogundestudios @sozevents.ng #AFDA2026 #FashionEssence2026 #PrincessEkeinde #BlackCarpetHost #explore THE QUEEN IS READY TO OWN THE BLACK CARPET! πŸ‘‘ Meet Princess Ekeinde @princess.ekeinde the Queen of Vibes, bringing elegance, confidence, and star power as the Official Black Carpet Host of the 9th African Fashion Designers Award (AFDA) β€” Fashion Essence 2026! 🌍✨ Get ready for a spectacular celebration of African creativity, culture, fashion, and excellence as the continent’s finest come together for an unforgettable experience! πŸ“… Date: 15th November 2026 πŸ“ Venue: The Podium, Lekki, Lagos πŸ–€ Black Carpet: 4:00 PM πŸ”₯ Fashion Show: 5:00 PM Get Access via : https://elfri.co/e/29nqrw An iconic night. A golden experience. Africa’s fashion story continues! πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬πŸŒ Fashion Essence 2026 β€” Where African Fashion Meets Excellence. #AFDA2026 #FashionEssence2026 #PrincessEkeinde #BlackCarpetHost #explore taken in The Podium Lekki by @afdaworld
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HONOURING EXCELLENCE, CELEBRATING AFRICAN TALENT! The stage is set to celebrate an extraordinary woman whose talent, humour, and creativity continue to make Africa proud! ❀️πŸ”₯ We are proud to announce REAL WARRI PIKIN @realwarripikin as an honouree at the 9th African Fashion Designers Award (AFDA) – Fashion Essence 2026, receiving the prestigious African Best Female Comedienne of the Year award. πŸ†βœ¨ From making us laugh to inspiring millions, her impact goes beyond comedy. This is a celebration of excellence, resilience, and the power of African entertainment! πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬πŸŒ πŸ“… Date: 15th November 2026 πŸ“ Venue: The Podium, Lekki, Lagos ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM WAT Get ready for a spectacular celebration of African fashion, culture, entertainment, and excellence! πŸ–€βœ¨ Fashion Essence 2026 β€” Where African Excellence Takes Centre Stage! #AFDA2026 #FashionEssence2026 #RealWarriPikin #africanfashiondesignersaward #explore taken in The Podium Lekki by @afdaworld
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Royal Presence, Redefined. πŸ’™ This is not just Agbada. This is presence. Crafted for the 9th @afdaworld campaign, worn by @soma_apex and tailored in 48hrs at Stephnora Fashion House. Would you wear this for your traditional wedding or your next Owambe? πŸ‘‡ β€” Tailored by @stephnorafashionhouse Muse: @soma_apex Shot by @geeteeshotit πŸ“ Ikeja GRA | Ago Palace | Worldwide Delivery DM β€œROYAL BLUE” to order this exact look. Heritage. Elegance. Presence. #StephnoraMen #AgbadaStyles#OwambeGuest #NigerianGroom2026 #AfricanMenswear NigerianMensFashion taken in Lagos, Nigeria by @afdaworld
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MEET THE SHOWING DESIGNERS! ✨ The runway is set. The stage is ready. And Africa’s finest fashion talents are coming to make a statement! πŸ”₯ Meet the visionary designers bringing their creativity, craftsmanship and unique African fashion identity to Fashion Essence 2026 β€” the 9th African Fashion Designer Award. πŸ‘‘πŸŒ From bold silhouettes to timeless craftsmanship, these designers are ready to own the runway and redefine the essence of African fashion. πŸ“… 15th November 2026 πŸ“ The Podium, Lekki, Lagos ⏰ 5PM Come experience fashion. Come celebrate creativity. Come witness AFRICA IN ITS FINEST FORM. ✨ Fashion Essence 2026 β€” Where Fashion Meets Culture, Identity & Excellence. #FashionEssence2026 #AFDA2026 #africanfashiondesignersaward #explore #fyp taken in The Podium Lekki by @afdaworld
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Royal Presence, Redefined. πŸ’™ This is not just an Agbada. This is presence. Crafted for the 9th @afdaworld campaign, worn by @soma_apex and tailored in 48hrs at Stephnora Fashion House. Would you wear this for your traditional wedding or your next Owambe? πŸ‘‡ β€” Tailored by @stephnorafashionhouse Muse: @soma_apex Shot by @kadexgraphy_ πŸ“ Ikeja GRA | Ago Palace | Worldwide Delivery DM β€œROYAL BLUE” to order this exact look. Heritage. Elegance. Presence. #StephnoraMen #AgbadaStyles#OwambeGuest #NigerianGroom2026 #AfricanMenswear NigerianMensFashion taken in Lagos, Nigeria by @afdaworld
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THE BLACK CARPET IS CALLING! ✨ Soma Apex @soma_apex is bringing the energy, elegance, and undeniable presence to the Black Carpet Moment at Fashion Essence 2026. πŸ–€πŸ”₯ Get ready for a night where African fashion meets culture, luxury, creativity and star power β€” and Soma is ready to set the tone! πŸ‘‘ πŸ“ The Podium, Lekki πŸ“… 15th November 2026 ⏰ 5:00 PM WAT 9th African Fashion Designers Award β€” FASHION ESSENCE 2026 Where fashion becomes an experience. ✨ Sponsors And Partners @lagosstategovt Lagos state tourism art and culture @trophystout @afdaworld @mijentatequila_ng @19crimes @josecuervong @mysogiads @boilingpointcreatives @arisenewsofficial @spicetvafrica2000 @theinstablog9jatv @_citylifeng @mystitchesafrica @albertogundestudios @sozevents.ng Designers @b.o.b_apparel_ @stephnorafashionhouse @penielbytda Director of Photography @emmygallerystudio @kadexgraphy_ Mua @fleekbyveeki_ Hair Stylist @lekkistylist_itz_oracle #FashionEssence2026 #AFDA2026 #africanfashiondesignersaward #fyp #explore taken in The Podium Lekki by @afdaworld
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THE QUEEN OF VIBES IS READY! πŸ‘‘βœ¨ Princess Ekeinde @princess.ekeinde is bringing the elegance, energy and undeniable vibes to FASHION ESSENCE 2026! πŸ”₯ Get ready for a night where fashion meets essence, style meets culture, and the runway comes alive! πŸ’« πŸ“ The Podium, Lekki πŸ“… 15th November 2026 ⏰ 5:00 PM β€” Naija Time πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Princess Ekeinde is ready. Are YOU ready? πŸ‘‘πŸ”₯ Sponsors And Partners @lagosstategovt Lagos state tourism art and culture @trophystout @afdaworld @mijentatequila_ng @19crimes @josecuervong @mysogiads @boilingpointcreatives @arisenewsofficial @spicetvafrica2000 @theinstablog9jatv @_citylifeng @mystitchesafrica @albertogundestudios @sozevents.ng Designers @b.o.b_apparel_ @stephnorafashionhouse @penielbytda Director of Photography @emmygallerystudio @kadexgraphy_ Mua @fleekbyveeki_ Hair Stylist @lekkistylist_itz_oracle #FashionEssence2026 #AFDA2026 #africanfashiondesignersaward #fyp #explore taken in The Podium Lekki by @afdaworld
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IT’S OFFICIAL 🚨 Lexie Armani is set to host the 9th edition of the African Fashion Designers Awards (AFDA) @afdaworld One of Africa’s biggest nights celebrating fashion, creativity, culture and excellence by @afdaworld
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Made for moments that matter. Made for fashion that speaks. Three distinct personalities. One unforgettable moment. πŸ†βœ¨ Celebrating African creativity, culture, style and excellence as we count down to Fashion Essence 2026 β€” The 9th African Fashion Designer Award. Where fashion becomes a statement, excellence becomes an experience, and every moment tells a story. Fashion Essence 2026. The moment is here. πŸ–€πŸ”₯ Date: 15th November Venue : @thepodiumlekki Time : 5Pm Photography: @kadexgraphy_ #FashionEssence2026 #AFDA2026 #AfricanFashionDesignerAward #fyp #explore taken in The Podium Lekki by @afdaworld
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