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  • The House System in Nigeria’s LGBTQ+ Community: History, Culture, and Resilience

    The House System in Nigeria’s LGBTQ+ Community: History, Culture, and Resilience

    In Nigeria, where LGBTQ+ individuals face systemic discrimination, criminalization, and societal stigma, the *house system* has emerged as a crucial support structure. Adapted from Western ballroom culture, particularly within Black and Latinx LGBTQ+ spaces, houses act as chosen families that offer refuge, acceptance, and a sense of identity for queer…

  • Lagos Nightlife: Sex And Fashion

    Lagos Nightlife: Sex And Fashion

    Sex and fashion are two prominent aspects of the Lagos nightlife scene. Lagos, the commercial capital of Nigeria, is a bustling city with a diverse population and a vibrant nightlife. The city is known for its music, food, and fashion, and these elements are all intertwined in the nightlife experience.…

  • The Effects Of Homophobia In The Lagos Fashion Scene

    The Effects Of Homophobia In The Lagos Fashion Scene

    Homophobia is a significant issue in Nigeria, and this extends to the fashion industry. Lagos is a vibrant city with a thriving fashion scene, but it is not immune to the harmful effects of homophobia. This article will explore the impact of homophobia on the Lagos fashion scene and why…

  • The Dishonest Sustainable Practices In The Nigerian Fashion Industry

    The Dishonest Sustainable Practices In The Nigerian Fashion Industry

    The fashion industry is known for its fast-paced and ever-changing nature. Trends come and go, and consumers are constantly seeking new and innovative styles. However, in recent years, the industry has faced increasing scrutiny over its environmental impact, with many consumers demanding more sustainable and ethical practices. In Nigeria, the…

  • Effects Of Fast Fashion On The Nigerian Fashion Industry

    Effects Of Fast Fashion On The Nigerian Fashion Industry

    Fast fashion is a term used to describe the production of inexpensive and trendy clothing, which is quickly manufactured and made available to consumers in large quantities. This business model has become increasingly popular in recent years, but its effects on the Nigerian fashion industry have been a topic of…

  • Nepotism In Nigerian Fashion

    Nepotism In Nigerian Fashion

    The Nigerian fashion industry is a vibrant and growing sector that has been gaining recognition both locally and internationally in recent years. However, like many industries, it is not immune to the effects of nepotism, which has been a major obstacle for aspiring fashion designers. Nepotism refers to the practice…

  • Manus x Machina in respect to African fashion

    Manus x Machina in respect to African fashion

    Manus x Machina is an exhibition held at the Costume Institute of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The exhibition explores the relationship between handmade and machine-made fashion, showcasing the use of both traditional and modern techniques in the creation of haute couture and prêt-à-porter garments. In…

  • The 11 Standout Models of Spring-Summer 2023

    The 11 Standout Models of Spring-Summer 2023

    This season’s runways seemed to be brimming with Cinderella stories: A woman who was scouted on the street in Missouri as a young teenager made her runway debut for Proenza Schouler, a teenager cemented their remarkable transition from viral comedian on TikTok to bona fide high-fashion model, and a non-binary…

  • Stop covering Kanye West uncritically, fashion media:

    Stop covering Kanye West uncritically, fashion media:

    In this op-ed, Teen Vogue Editor in Chief Versha Sharma calls on fashion media to stop covering Kanye West without criticism. Before Kanye West sent models down the runway wearing “White Lives Matter” T-shirts, before he posed in one himself with right-wing personality Candace Owens, before he started using his massive platform…