Nigeria’s Fashion Future – Bridget Awosika, Funke Ogunde, Ugonna Omeruo, Kemmy Solomon, Rukky Ladoja & Ugoma Adegoke featured in Genevieve Mag’s November Issue
Posted on Friday, November 19th, 2010 at 6:51 PMBy BellaNaija.com
Six talented ladies who are at the helm of six of Nigeria’s budding fashion labels are featured in the November 2010 issue of Genevieve Magazine.
In October 2010, Genevieve announced Ohimai Atafo as their new Fashion Editor and we can already see Mr Atafo’s stamp in this new issue. The fashion pages of the November Issue of Genevieve features the six designers wearing 2 looks from their labels.
Here is BN’s review of these labels:
We have to confess that we are super excited about Bridget Awosika‘s new collection. The label brings a youthful, modern and sexy aesthetic to the Nigerian fashion scene. Phunk Afrique has been consistent and their signature jackets and feminine dresses have became staples in their client’s wardrobes. With their dramatic flair and a charismatic figurehead designer, House of Nwocha has an opportunity to become a red carpet favourite. The experience and professionalism that Kemmy Solomon of kemkemstudio brings to the table is apparent from her designs and the positioning of the label. Grey is another label with immense potential for mainstream success. Rukky & Obi of Grey’s approach to design is clean yet it stands out. Their clever marketing also has the ‘it’ factor that many covet. Zebra is a retail brand with a clear direction and focus, we have no doubt about their continued success.
Congrats ladies!
Genevieve Magazine is definitely stepping things up! Pick up your copy of the new issue and also subscribe for your chance to win a brand new Mercedes Benz.
Photography: Oladipo Oladapo
Tags: Bridget Awosika, funke ogunde, genevieve magazine, Grey, House of Nwocha, Kemmy Solomon, ohimai atafo, Phnk Afrique, Rukky Ladoja, Ugoma Adegoke, Ugonna Omeruo, zebra
really great… doing this with the challanges naija has to offer is a big deal… apologies to dora
i love this!!!
Of the whole lot; I’m just drawn to kemmy Solomon (refering to the pics)….full african gorgeousness… her dimples, her natural hair and all… she’s a beautiful woman…..
the future of nigerian fashion looks FABOLOUS
Wow! These styles are soooooooo sharp!!!
funke est tres belle!
Gorgeous Designers and gorgeous designs. I love Kemmy’s hair and the simplicity of her designs. Good job Mai on the composition.
YAY!!!! GO FUNKE…….U LOOK HOT!!! AND THE OUTFITS RE BOTH LOVELY DEF COMING OVER TO GET MINE.
sooo proud of naija, we are definitely doing big stuff, big ups to all the designers
I am so freaking excited about these designers! I was worried that I’d have to buy clothes from the U.S. and pay for excess luggage when relocating, but thank the good Lord there are very good choices at home. Here’s to hoping the prices are reasonable because my Ijebu self refuses to be ripped off.
babes no dull yaself…rip off is the norm! pack your bags wellu wellu!
Love Funke Ogunde, she is so talented and i went 2 high school with her
She was my “SENIOR” in high school. Trinity International College,Ofada…lol Wot a small world…
Yay!!! Go Rukky!
Lovely pieces….me likey!
love Phunk its more me
fierce!
Kemi Solomon … ok now!
Truly beautiful women!!
Fabulousity. Welldone ladies. Funke Ogune rocks
I love the fact that they used lots of beautiful colours. It’s sooooo refreshing to see these Naija designers using fabrics other than ankara.
I like Kemmy’s hair, my hair is natural but on the low side, how can i make my hair that way?
How come Funke Fowler’s name is not included? Abi she no enter settings?
amazing women!
All the designer look great
I don’t know if it is just me but Grey is not very photogenic
funke fowler isn’t a designer,is she?
Love em all…but I think Phunk Afrique and Grey are more of what I could work! But thet KemKem studio’s Jasmin dress is FIERCE!!! Gosh I love it!!!
The bronze gold jacket from Phunkafrique, the drapey roman goddess dress from Kem Kem Studio and the one handed navy number from Zebra have me drooling!!
Kudos to these amazing designers for their efforts, and to Mai for the composition! Thanks Bella for giving them a platform!
gr8 stuff i need yhu 2 do a dress 4 mehh
great work! i love the concept of your ideas. it would be great to work for you as a model. you are an asset to this country.
great work…..i love your designs and would love to model for you