The AMVCA Cultural Day was a full-circle moment for African fashion and beauty. Celebs turned up in their finest cultural looks, celebrating roots, royalty, and heritage.
If there’s one thing we’ve learned from Nigerian fashion, it’s that they have an uncanny ability to show up and absolutely own any room they step into. At the ongoing cultural day event for the 11th edition of the AMVCAs, the stars did just that, but this time, they brought something extra special.
The fashion was a tribute to the richness of African heritage, beautifully merging culture and elegance. Men were decked out in agbadas that were more than just garments; they were pieces of art, celebrating a legacy of strength, pride, and identity.
Each one was designed to fit perfectly, highlighting the rich diversity of African cultures. But the women — wow, just wow. From corset dresses to gowns with extravagant flowing trains, the women showed us that elegance can be both bold and soft.
Some dresses shined with beads, sequins, and the kind of detailed embroidery that makes your jaw drop. And then, there were the accessories. Geles perfectly matched every outfit with a level of precision you’d expect only from a masterful designer.
The men, not to be outdone, paired their agbadas with beads, caps and walking sticks that added a stately finish. Altogether, the evening reminded us that fashion is more than just what you wear, it’s a statement of who you are, where you come from, and where you’re headed.
Stealing the spotlight on Friday among the celebrities are BBNaija stars, Wanni x Handi, Fairme David, Saga, Liquorose, Nollywood actress Mercy Aigbe, Nollywood actor Adedimeji and his wife Mo Bimpe, OAP Dotun, and a host of others.
The AMVCA is an annual award presented by Multichoice to recognise outstanding achievements in television, film, entertainment, and digital content creation throughout Nollywood and the entire African continent.
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Among the top contenders, Lisabi: The Uprising, Skeleton Coast, House of Ga’a, and Freedom Way secured multiple nominations across various categories, including Best Movie and Best Director.
In the acting categories, Gideon Okeke (Tokunbo), Stan Nze (Suspicion), Femi Adebayo (Seven Doors), and Adedimeji Lateef (Lisabi: The Uprising) were nominated for Best Lead Actor, while Chioma Chukwuka (Seven Doors), Bimbo Ademoye (Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre), and Uche Montana (Thinline) are among those vying for Best Lead Actress.
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