Welcome to the debut of our monthly fashion column, a space where we spotlight the best-dressed African celebrities for the month. Fashion has gone beyond slipping into a wardrobe item; it’s a form of self-expression, attitude, and storytelling.
In August, the fashion landscape showcased a delightful blend ranging from vibrant colour palettes to minimalistic aesthetics. Each look was thoughtfully executed to convey a unique personal style while embracing cultural elements. Whether it was street style, work wear, or luxe ensembles, these African celebrities didn’t just dress to impress; they dressed to tell a story.
Read on as we dive into the sartorial choices of Africa’s most stylish stars, who have made a statement with their impeccable looks in the month of August.
Shine Rosman (August 6)
Shine Rosman made a bold statement with the Polka Dot Ruffle Mini dress by Nigeria’s Udoaku when she stepped out on August 6.
The piece features dramatic, oversized sleeves and a tiered ruffle skirt. Shine accessorised with the cute earrings, bangles, and a mini white beaded Solone purse by Neeluxe.
Photo: Instagram/shine_rosman
Sharon Ooja (August 10)
Sharon Ooja kept it casual, yet chic in this light blue striped blouse with a tie-front bow detail, paired with crisp white wide-leg trousers that create a clean, elongated silhouette.
She accessorised the look with oversized black sunglasses, a structured blue Hermès handbag, and sandals.
Photo: Instagram.com/sharonooja
Bonang Matheba (August 27)
Bonang Matheba is wearing a stunning all-white ensemble. The dress features a high neckline and is complemented by a dramatic overcoat draped over her left shoulder.
Photo: Instagram/@bonang_m
Ini Edo (August 18)
Ini Edo looks elegant in a flowing white draped gown with soft pleats and a cinched waist, featuring a high neckline and loose sleeves. She accessorises with statement earrings and a dark brown clutch.
Photo: Instagram/@iniedo
Bimbo Ademoye (August 28)
Bimbo Ademoye stepped out in a black, strapless corset-style top paired with a unique layered denim ensemble: distressed shorts worn over straight-leg ripped jeans. She completed the look with a black NY Yankees baseball cap, gold hoop earrings, stacked bracelets, clear heels, and a 3D Slushy Crossbody bag by Kate Spade.
Photo: Instagram/@bimboademoye
Zuchu (August 28)
Zuhura Othman Soud, popularly known as Zuchu, keeps it hip-hop in baggy shorts and a green and yellow striped long-sleeved polo. She accessorises with a black snapback cap, black sunglasses, Timberland boots, and a graphic charm-accented blue bag.
Photo: Instagram/@officialzuchu
Nancy Isime (August 22)
Nancy Isime is the drama with this long-sleeved, cream high-low bubble dress. She accessorises with gold statement earrings. The dress is designed by MSO Lagos.
Photo: Instagram/@nancyisimeofficial
Beverly Osu (August 23)
Beverly Osu was out and about in Paris, dressed in a spaghetti strap light brown ruffle dress, which she paired with a Jacquemus small calino mini-ring bag.
Photo: Instagram/@beverly_osu
Joselyn Dumas (August 15)
Joselyn Dumas opted for a silver sequin chainmail-style cami layered over a black bandeau, paired with wide-legged charcoal jeans. She completed the look with a sleek black circular top-handle bag and metallic open-toe heels
Photo: Instagram/@joselyn_dumas
Lilian Afegbai (August 24)
Lilian Afegbai is in Dubai, wearing a form-fitting peach-toned gown. The dress by Erica Moore shows an intricate ruched detailing that runs diagonally across the hips and down the gown.
Photo: Instagram/@lillyafe
Boity Thulo (August 1)
Boity Thulo walking the streets of France in a buttoned-down knit dress, featuring a blue Christian Dior saddle bag, paired with blue sandals.
Photo: Instagram/@boity
Shaffy Bello (August 7)
Shaffy Bello is rocking a bold and architectural ensemble — a cropped red jacket layered over a white camisole, paired with a striking high-low asymmetrical skirt in matching red pleats, elevated with intricate woven panelling. The statement look is created by Nigerian designer, Mmakamba.
Photo: Instagram/@iamshaffybello
Angelique Kidjo (August 30)
Angelique Kidjo performing alongside Yo-yo Ma at the Sarabande Africaine, in a culturally rich ensemble.
Photo: Instagram/@angeliquekidjo
Elaine (August 4)
Ndivhuwo Elaine Mukheli, known mononymously as Elaine opted for a chic look in an oversized light yellow striped button-up shirt, tucked slightly into her high-waisted black faux leather pants paired with pointed-toe black heels. She accessorised with sunglasses and a Louis Vuitton bag.
Photo: Instagram/@elaineofficial
Emma Nyra (August 22)
Emma Chukwugoziam Obi, also known as Emma Nyra, is looking cute in a strapless, leopard print corset top, paired with a black mini skirt featuring a statement gold buckle detail. She accessorises with layered necklaces, a Louis Vuitton handbag, and strappy heels.
Photo: Instagram/@emmanyra
As August wraps, one thing is clear: these African celebrities are not just following fashion, they are defining it. Stay tuned for September!
Photo: Instagram/@iniedo
