𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐄 𝐌𝐎𝐀 𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐀 : EZEOBA-SARAUTA.

One thing you cannot take away from the Nigerian cultural heritage is the presence of royalty guiding the affairs of the communities respectively. This costume pays tribute to all royal courts that have existed in all cultural units of the country and served effortlessly in upholding cultural values.

Commonly found on their apparel are hand Made beaded ornaments that have been passed from one generation to the other. The red signifies power, dominance and constituted authority bestowed on each king. IVIE which signify royalty and culture of the great Benin empire takes predominance of the costume accompanied by an Eben sword (as others tribes have their own representations) is known as the Staff of Office.
Cowries as a mood of exchange, the back piece representing the armed traditional force guarding the territories while the horse tail serve as an undertone of every victory won by the throne.
If you want to take away anything from Nigeria , don’t forget to tag along with a royal prince just as Stanley @ugly_stan_

In celebrating unity. The costume was made off recycled materials by princeglam and Dennis idion @princeglam_empire @dennis_odion4

Being a creative designer it all comes from the heart and the hands do a little tricky the knowledge of the style of design all comes from the mind.
This is all that defines the Zargue’sia brand which is headed by Ishmael Tsakatsa check out some of their 2023 most current trending designs .

Mermaid gown featuring an illusion bodice embellished with Swarovski stones.

The Midnight blue brocade suit with velvet contrast and silk organdy Mandarin shirt

To purchase their products visit their IG and Facebook page Zargue’sia

Pic credit:social media platform (Zargue’sia)

Zimbabwean Model,Zvichanzii Rujeko Karonga became the only Zimbabwean to debute,Lesotho Fashion Week. In an interview with her she takes us back to the Lesotho Fashion Week.And shares tips on how to prepare for an international fashion show as a model

Q:Why did you take part in the Lesotho Fashion Week?A.I  wanted to experience the industry in the lenses of a different culture. Learn from others and grow.

Q:Comparing the Zimbabwean and Lesotho modelling industries what did you learn about the differences between the two? A:I found similarities, for example everyone is recovering from the pandemic, both countries hopes to grow the industry to international levels that are excellent and well distinguished, everyone has a community of fashion personalities, the difference is Lesotho is a smaller country, but they are not letting that stifle creativity nor the industry, instead there is a willingness to invest in the growth of the industry and engage the right individuals to help them achieve their goals. There is also a distinguishment between Pageantry Queens, Influencers, Runway model which reduces cannibalism of opportunities, allowing room for more talent to be produced in the industry. 

Q:Whose design did you wear during the show?A:I got the privilege to walk for all the nine designers who were showcasing: Pex Lifestyle, Black excellence, Tshele Suitcase, Irhali, Lina, Mary Anna Fashion, Crot cash, Kima D and LT Peculiar Couture.

Q.What was your greatest moment during the event?A:I don’t have one moment, because each designer evoked different emotions with their collections. One made me feel elegant, the other powerful, another had me feeling hip, another very feminine, at some point I felt connected to a cultural self, the other made me feel youthful and playful. It was emotional and beautiful to feel the connection and interpret the messages being conveyed by the designers.

Q.If you had an opportunity to work with any designer back home, whom will it be?A:I would love to pick the brains of the Haus of Stone, If I wanted to make a statement Ivhu Tribe and I want to continue watching SANZ grow.

Q.What would you do if you were scheduled to model an outfit you didn’t like?A:Runway is not about you nor your opinions, your purpose is to showcase the designer’s pieces, therefore you still bring your A Game, get creative on the best ways to present the pieces, and do justice to the art being displayed.

Q:What do you like the most about runway modelling?A:Being a canvas that embodies the creativity of designers is magical.

Q:Which runway fashion events are you eyeing to take part in?A:I would love to walk all over the African continent. I would love to audition for Zim Fashion Week, PiChani, Makanaka Fashion Week, Lusaka Fashion Week, MTC Windhoek, AFI SA all cities, SAFW, Arise Fashion Week, Swahili Fashion Week, Mzuzu Fashion Show, Seychelles Fashion Week. I love to see African creatives.

 Q:What is your favourite thing to do when you are backstage waiting for a fashion show to start?A:Hype/ Warm up by listening to music, a little dancing or even walking, basically psyching up for the show.

Q.kindly introduce yourself to our readers? A.My name is OYESANMI IYANUOLUWA BOLUWATIFE. I am the Mr Teen Nigeria 2022. I am a model, an athlete (I do inline skating, swimming and cycling), a fitness enthusiast (I do some bodybuilding), also a music enthusiast (I play the violin, harmonica and talking drum otherwise known as gan-gan‘). I’m a brand influencer and a brand ambassador to pop-kulture, also an ambassador for anti-bullying.

Outgoing Mister Teen Nigeria,will be handing over all his responsibility to his successor in the coming months.In an exclusive interview with him,he briefs us about his journey.He also tells us what it meant to work with House Of Twitch and what is next for him .

Q.How has it been playing the role of Mister Teen Nigeria?A.Being Mr Teen Nigeria  is the best thing that has happened to me and this is just the beginning of my greatness. It’s has really been an amazing reign for me as Mr Teen Nigeria  2022. I got the chance to be on a tv show, did some charity event to orphanage homes, attended lots of fashion and pageantry events. Got to meet with Nigeria top celebrities. This opportunity has given me the chance to See the world in another dimension of greatness and yes! It is just the beginning.

Q.Its believed that,the youth and teens are the future of tomorrow  what is your take of that statement  in line with Nigerian teens?A.Surely the youth and teens are the future of tomorrow and in line with Nigeria teens doesn’t make the statement different. There are a lot of young, great and Talented people that will definitely grow up to change the world and make it a better place for us all to be. There is passion and potential in all Nigerian teens to be great and nothing can stop this.

Q.What did you gained so far as a young model in working with the House of Twitch?A.Working with house of twitch has been a fulfilling journey and I’m not ready to stop. Being a young model, I have learnt a lot from the family (house of twitch). I basically learnt everything I know about modeling from them and they have provided me with various opportunities to build my modeling career and be one of the best.

Q.what would you  choose runway modeling,commercial modeling?A. I would choose commercial modeling because I can easily fit in a role which wouldn’t require height specifications unlike runway modeling requires at least a 6ft male model and I’m just 5ft.5in 

Q. Its count down to your  handing over the throne,what words do you have to aspiring Kings?A.For the aspiring kings I would say, heads up, chest out, be bold, be courageous and be brave. There is no limit to what you can archive. This is a life changing experience, you don’t want to lose it. I wish you all the very best.

Q.Speaking about pageants which one is your next target and why?A.My next target is the Mr ideal Nigeria. I would like to do things step by step, growing gradually into greatness. I want to learn more to be the best and then go after the international pageants. And once a winner, always a winner no matter the outcome. Simply life. 

Thembinkosi Sibayeni is the currently reigning Mister Body Beautiful Mzansi,in an exclusive moment with him ,Sibayeni reveals

Q.Can you brielfy tell us about yourself?A. I am an African male, I live in an informal settlement with my family. Both parents and 3 siblings, as well with 2 kids of my elder sister.

Q.Why did you enter Mister Body Beautiful? A .I wanted to face and conquer my insecurities. 

Q.How has your life been since you took the throne as Mister Body Beautiful? A. I lacked self confidence and my dreams were narrowed into one direction. Which is to become successful through education. 

Q.What do you do to stay in shape?A. I drink plenty of water,water enhances metabolism, regulates appetite and clears the skin. Refreshes the whole body too.

Q.What have you learnt about keeping your body in shape during the pageant?A.When you have a set goal, a target and a date when you have to show up in shape, it makes it easier for you to work on your body and commit into training & diet.

Q.Can you tell us something about your future plans and goals?A.Yes, it is to become a mentor for school kids and youth in my community & from struggling backgrounds mostly. To motivate and keep their dreams alive. 

Q.Why do you think was the main reason you won the title?A. I was hungry for it, I took every advice I was given on the workshops that I attended with Mr Body Beautiful before the main final event.

Q.Given a moment to change anything about your life what would lit be?A.Remove the inferiority complex that I had as a high school kid/learner.

Q.What are your top 5 favourite jam songs ?A. Nas-I can. ,Mandoza-Uzoyithola kanjani. ,Asa-Fire on the mountain. ,Bob Marly-One love. ,Micheal Jackson-Heal the world. 

Q.Lastly words of motivation?A.Use your rough background (upbringing) as your motivation. Your weaknesses are a blessing in disguise

The event is expected to create a stimulating atmosphere of creativity as it is making a come back after two seasons of its absent.

The event will be turning at least 15 years and is hooing to gather established and young designers,fashion lovers,influential figures and the youth .

Designers will present their work in a runway show,AFI Mastervlass and opportunities of networking will be made.

AFI has played pivotal in establishing Capetown as one of the important global fashion cities alongside Paris,Milan,London, New York,Hong Kong .

Thebe Magugu is pleased to present ‘Folklorics’ – our Autumn/Winter ’23 collection.

Whether carved on stone or retold orally from generation to generation, Africans have always had poignant, urgent stories to tell and preserve. This season, I wanted to profile some of those stories we were brought up on – from mermaids steering ships to wreck & conspiring tigers, to a cunning poltergeist of whom one should never call by name, translating it into a key collection for everywoman.

Shot by Pieter Hugo
Styled by Chloe Andrea Welgemoed. Source facebook

House of Nala Ekenumbo aka Nala Undwrwears by Prince Obumneke has played a major role in the world of modeling and fashion. It’s one of the few African fashion houses that design male underwears in different forms. The House of Nala has also worked with international fashion modeling pageants such as Man of Earth,Man of Africa Universe.