Tag Archives: Gowns

Award Show: Angélique Kidjo wins the 2016 Grammy Award for “Best World Music Album”

Benin born singer and songwriter, Angélique Kidjo, has won her third “Best World Music Album” Grammy .

Award Show: Cuppy on The Headies 2016 Red Carpet

DJ Cuppy, attended the The Headies 2016 on Thursday, December 22nd at the Eko Convention Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria. She attended the event in a Iconola long sleeve gown. You can’t tell from the photos, but Cuppy went through a wardrobe malfunction, while she was on the red carpet. Yikes!

Best of 2015: Nikki Billie Jean’s Ankara Print Outfits

As 2015 comes to a close, here is a recap of my top 3 fave ankara print looks. These three outfits sum up my style in a nutshell. I love updos, pants, suits, separates and of course, ankara prints. All the outfits below were designed by yours truly. Check it out. All Wear is Suits. […]

Best of 2015: Trending Ankara Print Gowns

  From the Grammys to social media, Ankara Print fashion took the world by storm in 2015. It is also permeating western fashion at a deeper level than ever. Trending Ankara Print gowns have helped to put Ankara Print fashion on a steady incline into the mainstream fashion world. Check out our trending Ankara Print Gowns […]

Pageant: Miss Nigeria Universe Debbie Collins & Miss Ghana Universe Hilda Akua Frimpong National Costumes 2015

The finale of Miss Universe 2015 is currently broadcasting live from Las Vegas, Nevada, USA tonight. The show is hosted by the one and only Steve Harvey. Who will take home the big prize? We will find out tonight in a few!

Nikki Billie Jean: My Ankara Print Ball Gown for All Things Ankara Ball 2015

What a time to be alive! I am proud to say that All Things Ankara Ball 2015 was a huge success. With the All Things Ankara Ball 2015 campaign photos breaking the internet and with it being one of the most anticipated events of the year,I had to make sure my outfit was on point. So here […]

Ball: LOFA Magazine’s Best Dressed Women at the All Things Ankara Ball 2015

All Things Ankara Ball 2015 celebrated Nigeria’s 55th Independence in true regal African style on Saturday, October 17th, 2015 The official Nigeria Independence Ball and fully attended formal event took place at the luxurious Martin’s Caterers Camelot Embassy Ballroom in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. From dapper ankara print suits to couture ankara print gowns, guest dressed to the nines & […]

Ball: “Nigerian Excellence” All Things Ankara Ball 2015

All Things Ankara Ball 2015 celebrated Nigeria’s 55th Independence in true regal African style. The highly anticipated first inaugural All Things Ankara Ball hit the Washington, D.C. area by storm on Saturday, October 17th, 2015. The official Nigeria Independence Ball and fully attended formal event took place at the luxurious Martin’s Caterers Camelot Embassy Ballroom in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. From […]

Fashion Show: The 3rd Annual Naturalista Hair Show Presents Ankara Chic Fashion Show

I had the honor of producing The 3rd Annual Naturalista Hair Show Presents Ankara Chic Fashion Show. The Fashion Show took place  Sunday, September 27th, 2015 at the Civic Center in Downtown Silver Spring. Fashion Designers included: Ankara Streets by Jess, Sultry Glamazon, Nikki Billie Jean & LAVIEbyCK Make-Up Artists included: Book Your Beat & Nathalyn Nunoo […]

Campaign: FestAfrica 2015 “This Is Not The New Africa”

Fest Africa 2015 Editorial Campaign! This is not the New Africa.  But, a movement of Africans from across the globe aimed to represent culture in a new way.  It is our definition and our stories.  Check out more photos and info below: