Two things are certain in life: Nigerian women outdo themselves when it comes to fashion statements, and Nigerian celebrities do it astonishingly well.
From high-end red carpet looks to casual streetwear outfits, Nigerian female celebrities have become leaders in global fashion, shutting down the internet at every occasion.
From Genevive Nnaji’s quiet luxury aesthetics to Chioma “Goodhair” Ikokwu’s over-the-top looks, the women on this list don’t play when it comes to fashion.
Here are the 20 most stylish Nigerian female celebrities:
20. Diana Eneje
Diana Eneje is one of the most stylish Gen Z influencers shaping fashion conversations in Nigeria today. First introduced to many as the love interest in Rema’s breakout video Dumebi, Diana has since built her own fashion-forward persona with a mix of Y2K nostalgia, runway-ready pieces, and everyday slay.
From casual streetwear to high-glam outfits, Diana’s Instagram is a moodboard of clean silhouettes, bold colors, and perfect makeup. Whether she’s in oversized cargos and corset tops or dripping in sparkles for a red carpet appearance, her style is always intentional and effortlessly cool. She’s Gen Z’s answer to luxury-meets-playful fashion.
19. Priscilla Mkambala
Priscilla Mkambala has long been a Gen Z fashion fixture, but her 2025 wedding cemented her as a true style authority. Across four major outfit changes, Mkambala delivered a fashion masterclass in blending culture and couture.
One standout: a custom gold aso-oke gown by Amy Aghomi, where Yoruba symbolism met geometric embroidery in a look that felt both rooted and runway-ready. It was the kind of fashion statement that redefined what bridal wear could be.
18. Bella Okagbue
Bella Okagbue doesn’t just show up, she makes sure to arrive in style. Whether it’s a red carpet or a vacation photo dump, her style always carries that bold-yet-polished energy. As a Fashion Nova Influencer, Okagbue leans into youthful glamour with a whisper of quiet luxury.
One standout moment? Her appearance at the Kego 25 wedding in France, where she wore a fiery red gown that pushed the limits of structure and seduction. With sharply pleated hips, a corseted bodice, and exaggerated shoulders, it looked like it fell straight off a couture runway, a perfect match for Bella’s flair for simple but elegant pieces.
17. Mercy Eke
Since winning Big Brother Naija in 2019, Mercy Eke has consistently served fashion moments that demand attention. From streetwear to statement gowns, her looks never miss.
One of her most memorable in 2025 was at the AMVCA, where she wore a sculptural gown by Amy Aghomi, styled to perfection by Maklin Scout. The look, completed with sleek Hollywood finger waves and berry-glossed lips, was a full-on cosmic couture fantasy.
16. Hilda Baci
Hilda Baci may have made global headlines for her culinary prowess, but her rise as a style star is no less remarkable. Effortlessly straddling elegance and trend, she’s carved a niche as one of Nigeria’s most polished dressers.
At Priscilla Ojo’s 2025 wedding, she stood out in a structured corset look, minimalist in silhouette but elevated by luxe detailing, a perfectly tied headwrap, and an eye-catching purse. The ensemble was proof that subtlety can be just as arresting as sparkle, especially when worn with her signature confidence and grace.
15. Diane Russet
Diane Russet, the filmmaker and former Big Brother Naija star is carving out a niche forherself in Nigerian fashion with her effortlessly pretty style. She doesn’t chase trends or layer her looks with gimmicks.
Instead, Diane leans on well-chosen fabrics, clean lines, and soft, flattering cuts. It’s a thoughtful wardrobe that complements her natural charm. In a world of fashion that is super maximalist, she offers a serene alternative; quietly beautiful, and always timeless.
14. Ashley Okoli
A true visionary of Nigeria’s alté renaissance, Ashley Okoli doesn’t follow trends, she’s shaping them. With a wardrobe that fuses grunge, Y2K nostalgia, and gothic futurism, her style language is one of deliberate rebellion and otherworldly edge. Think sheer mesh layered with industrial chains, sky-high platforms paired with distressed fabrics, and bursts of neon under moody palettes.
As the creative force behind cult fashion labels Sillet and Hexefae, Ashley doesn’t just wear a look, she builds the world around it. From editorials to streetwear to styling some of the coolest kids in Lagos, she’s setting the pace for a generation that refuses to be boxed in. Style, for Ashley, is a fulfilling prophecy.
13. Beauty Tukura
Beauty Tukura, a former Miss Nigeria, has carved out her lane as a style star with a refined, feminine edge. Her Instagram feels like a carefully curated fashion diary, silhouettes are always sleek, accessories deliberate, and glam on point.
Featured on multiple best-dressed lists, she’s proven her ability to elevate everyday dressing into something editorial. From power suits to floor-length gowns, Tukura’s looks always feel intentional and luxe, turning influencer fashion into aspirational art.
12. Chioma Goodhair
Chioma Ikokwu, famously known as Chioma Goodhair, consistently turns fashion into conversation. As the powerhouse behind Good Hair Limited and a breakout star on The Real Housewives of Lagos, her wardrobe is anything but predictable.
Ikokwu favours bold, couture-level statements and visually striking silhouettes that command attention. One recent standout: her birthday ensemble, a sculpted red mermaid dress by Weiz Dhurm Franklyn that showcased her flair for drama, elegance, and unapologetic glamour.
11. Nancy Isime
When it comes to red carpet theatrics, Nancy Isime knows how to turn heads without overdoing it. At the 17th Headies, she was every bit the fashion chameleon. From a gilded yellow gown adorned with intricate embellishments to a bold, black velvet tuxedo mini set complete with fishnets and a top hat, each look told a story.
Her styling walked the line between regal and rebellious, confirming once again that she’s not just a great host but a serious contender in Nigeria’s fashion scene.
10. Shaffy Bello
Few women are as stylish as Nollywood veteran Shaffy Bello. Since her return to the screen, she has presented herself like a modern-day Anne Boleyn; always elegant, always commanding attention. For Bello, style isn’t just about wearing big-name designers (though she’ll gladly take them); it’s about making a statement that’s both classy and effortlessly cool.
At Seyi Vodi’s recent 50th birthday celebration, she stunned in a deep emerald gown by Anjy Luminee, adorned with 3D florals, velvet detailing, and sculpted lace. The off-shoulder silhouette, cinched waist, and flared hem exuded timeless glamour, while a matching green gele completed her signature regal look.
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9. Ayra Starr
Ayra Starr’s fashion is as audacious as her sound. The self-styled Sabi Girl leans into a Gen Z wardrobe of micro-minis, distressed denim, leather, and custom pieces that feel straight off a Y2K mood board.
Whether in Off-White, Mowalola, or rising Nigerian designers like Jahdara, Starr dresses like the global star she is becoming; fearless, flirty, and always camera-ready. Her style is a performance, one that never misses a beat.
8. Sharon Ooja-Nwoke
Sharon Ooja Nwoke has carved a signature lane for herself in Nollywood fashion—where soft femininity meets bold, red carpet-ready elegance. Whether at premieres or private affairs, her style always manages to strike a balance between polished and playful. One of her most memorable looks came at the A Tribe Called Judah premiere, where she wore House of Marvee’s sculptural “Burgeon Dress.”
The piece featured a tailored jacket bodice with vivid orange rosette embroidery, a daring plunge neckline, and dramatic sleeves that flowed into an asymmetric mini skirt. It was peak Sharon: striking, stylish, and supremely refined.
7. Tiwa Savage
Tiwa Savage is the reigning queen of edgy glamour. Whether she’s draped in custom Robert Wun for a music video or stepping out in Mugler mesh and Balenciaga boots, Tiwa’s fashion is bold, unapologetic, and always a conversation starter. She is also capable of switching things up, rocking a sequined green dress for a performance at King Charles’ coronation.
She merges streetwear with high fashion effortlessly, often styling herself like a global pop star with Lagos roots. Her looks are sultry without ever feeling forced; always always exuding confidence. Tiwa doesn’t just dress for the moment; she dresses to own it.
6. Veekee James
Veekee James’ imprint on Nigerian fashion is unmistakable. The designer behind some of the country’s most talked-about celebrity looks, she’s known for sculpted corsetry, dramatic embellishments, and a sharp, silhouette-driven vision. But Veekee isn’t just behind the seams; she’s front and centre too.
Her 30th birthday was a full fashion thesis, unfolding across multiple curated looks. One standout: a celestial silver corset gown with spiral boning and explosive tulle, a masterclass in drama and structure.
5. Temi Otedola
From the early days of JTO Fashion, Temi Otedola has evolved into a style muse whose looks marry timeless elegance with a contemporary edge. On March 20, 2025, she marked her 29th birthday in a Grecian-inspired blue gown; soft, fluid, and ethereal. Draped to perfection, the silhouette nodded to classical antiquity while remaining distinctly modern. In a fashion world that often chases trends, Otedola’s quiet sophistication continues to set her apart.
4. Toke Makinwa
Toke Makinwa is a certified fashion chameleon and one of Nigeria’s most photographed style stars. With a wardrobe that easily swings from couture to streetwear chic, she knows how to command attention. Whether it’s a Mugler bodycon dress or a custom Sevon Dejana piece, Makinwa always brings high fashion energy.
Her AMVCA looks alone have ranged from sculptural gowns to sheer embellished dresses that broke the internet. But beyond the red carpet, her everyday slays; especially documented through her YouTube vlogs and Instagram showcase a woman who dresses with intent, drama, and a deep understanding of silhouette and glam.
3. Osas Ighodaro
Osas Ighodaro’s style is the kind that makes red carpets feel like runways. Her silhouettes are often daring: think thigh-high slits, structured bodices, plunging necklines but never without elegance.
A frequent AMVCA slayer, she wore a glittering custom Veekee James gown in 2023 that sent the internet into overdrive. The soft, sculptural drama she brings to each appearance is part pageant queen, part high-fashion siren. Whether she’s in full glam or dressed down, Ighodaro moves like a woman who knows every camera is already watching.
2. Rita Dominic-Anosike
Rita Dominic is the epitome of enduring elegance, a cinematic icon whose fashion legacy is as rich as her filmography. Her 2014 AMVCA Lanre Da Silva dress is one for the books.
At 50, she didn’t just mark a milestone; she reasserted her reign. For her birthday, she turned heads in a regal gold corset-and-wrapper ensemble by TUBO, a masterful fusion of Asò‑Òké, glistening crystals, and coral flourishes that paid homage to both heritage and high glamour.
1. Genevieve Nnaji
Genevieve Nnaji is the blueprint. For over two decades, she’s embodied the perfect blend of grace, poise, and quiet luxury. Whether she’s walking a red carpet in understated couture or posting a casual photo in wide-legged pants and loafers, Nnaji’s style is not loud; it softly whispers power.
Her fashion choices, much like her screen presence, are deliberate and elegant, often leaning minimalist with subtle nods to classic femininity. She doesn’t just follow fashion, she defines what timeless looks like.
