Lagos Fashion Week brings together some of the most exciting names in Nigerian fashion, giving designers a platform to showcase their creativity and the stories behind their work. This year, several women-owned brands took to the runway, presenting collections shaped by approaches to craftsmanship, culture, sustainability, and contemporary style.

Beyond the clothes, there are women building these labels, developing distinct creative identities and making their mark on the fashion industry.

Here are some of the women behind the brands that walked Lagos Fashion Week 2026.

1. Kiléntár 

Founded in 2020 by Michelle Adepoju, the luxury womenswear brand combines traditional African textile craftsmanship with contemporary design, working with female artisans across the region to create its fabrics and garments. It uses organically grown cotton and handwoven textiles, with a particular focus on preserving traditional skills while creating distinctive pieces for the modern woman. 

2. IAMISIGO

Nigerian designer and creative director Bubu Ogisi established IAMISIGO in 2009 as a platform to explore African heritage, indigenous craftsmanship, and cultural identity through fashion. Known for its experimental approach to design, IAMISIGO combines unconventional materials, intricate textures and sculptural silhouettes to create pieces that blur the lines between fashion and wearable art. 

3. Mulãwwan

Nigerian designer Hameedah Aminu established Mulãwwan in 2023. The brand creates contemporary clothing that combines vibrant colours, distinctive silhouettes and traditional craftsmanship. Its collections feature handwoven and hand-dyed garments made with carefully sourced deadstock fabrics, alongside accessories such as hand-carved Iroko wooden clutches. Mulãwwan also explores modest fashion through designs that balance elegance and artistic expression.

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4. Tuntunre

Established by Temilade Salami, a climate advocate, in 2026, Tuntunre transforms discarded denim into contemporary clothing, bags and accessories, giving unwanted textiles a second life. Through its upcycling process, Tuntunre combines functional design with environmental responsibility while creating opportunities for women artisans. 

5. Ibilola Ogundipe

Nigerian fashion designer Ibilola Ogundipe established her eponymous womenswear brand in 2016. The Lagos-based label creates sophisticated, functional clothing designed to accommodate different body types, with offerings spanning ready-to-wear, bespoke outfits and custom aso-ebi. Its design approach combines femininity with contemporary silhouettes, featuring statement sleeves, intentional draping, rich textures and intricate embellishments. The brand also explores colour and craftsmanship in its collections, creating pieces for both everyday dressing and special occasions.

6. Hertunba

Founded by Florentina Agu in 2020, Hertunba is a Nigerian womenswear brand that combines contemporary design with traditional African textiles, including Akwete and Aso-Oke. The brand incorporates handweaving, beading and upcycled fabrics into its designs, with a focus on sustainability and craftsmanship. It also works with local women artisans, creating employment opportunities and supporting women’s empowerment.

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