American superstar Ciara Lagos Fashion Week debut has become a major highlight of the annual event, underscoring the growing global importance of African fashion. The multi-talented singer and businesswoman attended the show in style, drawing immediate international attention to the Nigerian fashion scene.
Ciara’s presence was a clear show of support for Nigerian creativity and, specifically, for designer Onalaja. Founded by Kanyinsola Onalaja, the brand is celebrated for skillfully blending Nigerian heritage and artisan crafts with refined European aesthetics, creating luxurious and contemporary womenswear.
Lagos Fashion Week (LFW) is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year under the theme “In Full Bloom,” emphasizing sustainability and the thriving nature of African design. Having a global figure like Ciara in attendance validates LFW’s mission to amplify African voices in the global fashion conversation.
By choosing to wear and celebrate a local brand like Onalaja, Ciara provided immense visibility to the designer and the entire fashion ecosystem. Her appearance will likely inspire more international engagement with African designers, cementing the star’s role as an ally of global fashion.
