Fashion in Nigeria is increasingly looking for style at an affordable price, and the rise of many online fashion stores has fit into that position. The main objective of these …
Fathia Olasupo
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Ofala Festival 2024: Celebrating Culture, Fashion, and Resilience in Southeastern Nigeria
If you’ve ever been to the southeastern part of Nigeria, you’ll know that culture runs deep in the Igbo community, and one event that demonstrates this is the Ofala Festival. …
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Fashion has long played a vital role in promoting cultural diversity in Nigeria. Traditional attire holds deep historical significance in Nigerian festivals such as Eyo and Durbar. Since they celebrate …
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Nigerians know how to celebrate their cultural heritage and fashion elements during their weddings. The materials and striking designs used in traditional Nigerian wedding clothes serve as a visual tribute …
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British Colonialism and Its Influence on Modern Nigerian Fashion: An In-Depth Analysis of Nigerian Fashion Tradition
Fashion is one cultural aspect of British colonialism that significantly impacted Nigeria. Before colonisation, Nigerians wore various traditional attire defined by their cultural characteristics, such as ethnicity and social standing. …
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Nigeria has always had a sense of style that reflects its culture, creativity, and artistry. Nonetheless, the true beginning of Nigerian designers’ global wave was the introduction of Nigerian Fashion …
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Nigeria has been a centre of leather production for centuries; the ancient trade that culminates in leather making is as old as humanity. Leather from modern Nigeria, particularly Sokoto State, …
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Today, Nigerian beadwork represents elegance and artistry that have been part of the country’s history for centuries. Beads have adorned the bodies of kings, brides, and other cultural leaders as …
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In Nigeria, fashion has evolved beyond simple clothes to represent identity, history, and Nigerian cultural influence, carrying the weight of legacies passed down through generations. Traditional fabrics such as Adire …
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Nigerian fashion has evolved significantly over the years. It began as a traditional style firmly established within its own culture, but it has become one of the most varied and …