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Elevate your office wardrobe with stylish corporate Ankara gowns

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3 years ago

September 5, 2023

As fashion continuously evolves, Ankara has seamlessly transitioned into everyday wear, including office attire.

DARLING, I hope you know that in recent years, the world of corporate fashion has witnessed a significant shift towards inclusivity and diversity. As traditional office dress codes evolve, professionals are increasingly seeking ways to express their unique styles while maintaining a polished and business-appropriate appearance.

One trend that has gained substantial popularity in this regard is the incorporation of African-inspired Ankara fabrics into corporate attire. Among these innovations, the corporate Ankara gown stands out as a versatile and elegant choice for the modern businesswoman looking to make a statement in the workplace.

Corporate Ankara gowns offer a unique and eye-catching style that sets you apart in a sea of traditional office attire. The intricate patterns and rich colours make a bold statement while exuding confidence and creativity.

These gowns come in various lengths and styles, from knee-length to maxi dresses, allowing you to choose what suits your comfort and workplace culture. Pair them with heels or flats to adapt to different office settings.

Wearing Ankara in a corporate setting allows you to embrace your cultural heritage while showcasing the beauty and diversity of African fashion traditions.

Incorporating Corporate Ankara gowns into your office wardrobe is an excellent way to infuse creativity and cultural pride into your professional life. These gowns offer a fresh perspective on corporate fashion, combining comfort, style, and sustainability.

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WAKE UP! Art Exhibition Returns for a Second Act

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2 weeks ago

August 27, 2026

Mariam Balogun

The contemporary art and photography exhibition “Wake Up!” is back again for a second edition.

Curated by Awele Onwordi, Wake Up! 2 exhibition pays homage to the Nigerian youth and burgeoning street culture which many of its contributing artists reference in their works.

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Titled “Young, Wild, Free”, the exhibition celebrates the creativity, resilience, freedom and cultural influence found in Nigerian youth.

Taking aim at societal issues and economic concerns, the exhibit reflects the youth and their refusal to compromise or bow despite all the challenges stacked against them while charting youth culture through art, music, fashion, skateboarding, photography and community.

The exhibition will be held, once again, at the Angel and Muse Gallery at 25 Sumbo Jibowu street off Ribadu Road off Awolowo Road in Ikoyi.

It will open on Saturday 5 September 2026 and will run until 11 September 2026
This second edition which focuses on celebrating, nurturing and exploring artistic practices rooted in youth and street culture will feature works from DENCITY and SUPERGLIDER HOUSE.

Exhibiting artists include Ajilore Kehinde – their work is deeply influenced by Nigerian street culture and works of other artists like Slawn, Peters Ejiro, etc, Chuka Onwordi – graphic designer who embodies themes of death, melancholy and beauty in his works, ZIDYEP – Abuja based creative whose works move between digital and physical spaces through art, graphic design and air brushing , Franklyn Okoye – graphic designer and artist whose works explore themes of identity and hyper-reality, Awele Onwordi – founder & curator of WAKE UP and multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans character art, creative logo design, album covers and more , Oluchi Kogolo – digital illustrator whose work explores street culture, personality and storytelling through a raw and playful visual style and Kozetuo Apeji – multidisciplinary artists who work explores experimental approaches to problem solving through both digital and traditional art forms.

Commenting on the exhibition in her curatorial statement, Awele noted that “despite economic instability, limited opportunities and socio-political challenges, Nigerian youth continue to shape culture through music, fashion, art, skateboarding, raves, photography and community.”

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Continuing and harping on the raison d’etre of the exhibition she said, “Young, Wild and Free exists to celebrate Nigerian youth while also creating a platform that supports and amplifies them.”