Moda Launches the Best of Lagos Fashion Week, a Curated Trunk Show

Lisa Lockwood
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Moda Operandi will introduce its fourth annual “Best of Lagos Fashion Week” Trunkshow featuring designers Kìléntár, LilaBare, Orange Culture and Oríré.

The Trunkshow recognizes the designers, who are steadily building their profile and a global audience.

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A spring look from Kìléntár.
A spring look from Kìléntár.

“Every year we are inspired by the celebration of creativity, ethical practices and vibrant culture,” said Kelsey Lyle, buyer for Moda Operandi, of Lagos Fashion Week. “Our clients come to Moda as a destination to discover new brands from across the globe, and Lagos Fashion Week is a hotbed of emerging talent. We are excited to announce three new designers this year: LilaBare, Orange Culture and Kìléntár, which is exclusive to Moda. Kìléntár was founded by British-Nigerian designer Michelle Adepoju, who draws inspiration from a diverse range of African cultures and historical eras. Moda will also welcome back Lagos-based brand Oríré.”

A spring look from Orange Culture
A look from Orange Culture.

Spring ’24 looks range from Oríré’s denim and updates in their signature tie-dye technique to Nairobi-based sustainable LilaBare, whose inspiration began with its Indian-Kenyan designer Ria Ana Sejpal’s mother’s wedding dress. Orange Culture offers delicate silhouettes and matches them against rigid cuts and fabrics, while Kìléntár’s spring line was entirely crafted in Nigeria, reflecting their commitment to artisanal techniques and handwork.

A spring look from LilaBare
A look from LilaBare.

Omoyemi Akerele, the founder of Lagos Fashion Week, said, “It’s great to have consistent partners in Moda Operandi. For Lagos Fashion Week, it’s important that we explore avenues beyond the runway, opportunities that provide access to new markets. This season, we introduced our community to fresh talent from across the continent, and it’s exciting to see that reflected in our Trunkshow with LilaBare and Kìléntár, as well as seasoned brands Orange Culture and Oríré. Each is distinctive in storytelling and craftsmanship, which should make an exciting discovery for Moda Operandi customers.”

“The Best of Lagos Fashion Week” Trunkshow launches for preorder on Tuesday and runs through December. Prices range from $160 to $800.

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