Stylist and jewelry designer, Gbenga Ayo-Dada of Artsmith Collections, draws on the diverse sights and sound of Lagos life for his debut diffusion line collection, calling Ekó Akétè.
The collection which features statement necklaces and earrings, cocktail rings, bangles and brooches reflects the Lagos inspiration in the names of the pieces, and the styling got the lookbook, which alludes to specific influences.
The yellow turban ofOshuka calls to mind the wrapped fabric hawkers use to support their load on their heads. TheAunti Oni Broochborrows from jewellery and accessory traders who display their wares pinned to their aprons.
Ashake Onidiri is that Lagos hair stylist who is feeling her work as dispelled on herself. Yarinya means girl in Hausa soYarinya Ekois a Hausa girl in Lagos, cosmopolitan but still in touch with her roots, sporting henna body art as part of her daily style.
Oyinlolais fun loving andowambeattending, your “typical Lagos party rocker who just wants to have as much fun as she can at weddings every weekend.” Adesua is from Benin, glamorous and proud of her heritage. As a “Benin Queen in Lagos”, she styles her hair to look like the Okuku worn by brides and Queens from her tribe.
Discover the “ladies” below
Styling – Gbenga Ayo-Dada of Artsmith Collections
Photography – Seyi Akinbola of Trans4maz Photography
Makeup – Vivian Christopher of Da-vee’s Home Makeup Studio
Aso oke – House Of Aso Oke
Models – Amilia and Awele
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