Who founded Lagos Fashion Week?

Omoyemi Akerele, who also founded the fashion-development agency Style House Files. The week launched in 2011.

When is Lagos Fashion Week 2026?

The Cast Index AW26 record is 28 October–1 November 2026. Confirm on the live event page; emerging-circuit dates can move.

No. Rising is the unnumbered watch. This desk joins Nigerian faces, the Lagos week, and any origin-market products in one place.

Lagos · Africa / AW26

Explore models from Nigeria, the Lagos fashion calendar and beauty brands by origin. Follow the sources and profiles for a closer look.

A selection from the country directory, in alphabetical order. Global 50 positions, established careers and watch profiles are labelled individually.

Nigeria · Global 50

Campaigns / Beauty

Lagos Fashion Week

2026 edition · 28 October–1 November 2026 · Lagos · venue to be announced

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FAQ

Who founded Lagos Fashion Week?: Omoyemi Akerele, who also founded the fashion-development agency Style House Files. The week launched in 2011.
When is Lagos Fashion Week 2026?: The Cast Index AW26 record is 28 October–1 November 2026. Confirm on the live event page; emerging-circuit dates can move.
Does Rising replace this desk?: No. Rising is the unnumbered watch. This desk joins Nigerian faces, the Lagos week, and any origin-market products in one place.