Yvonne Orji, the Nigerian-American actress and comedian, made quite the statement at Tokyo James’ Milan Fashion Week Fall 2024 show. She exuded sophistication and style as she showcased an 80s-inspired look that paid tribute to the iconic Grace Jones.
Dressed in a textured and cozy suit from Tokyo James, Orji added her personal touch with gold hoop earrings, curved kitten heels, and cat-eye sunglasses. Her beauty choice of full face makeup and dark brown lips perfectly complemented her 80s cropped haircut.
Orji’s confidence and style were evident as she struck various poses, capturing the essence of her 80s-inspired look. She took to Instagram to share a photo carousel of her ensemble, alongside a heartfelt tribute to the Jamaican singer-songwriter and model, Grace Jones.
The caption read, “I went Grace Jones for Tokyo James. OF COURSE I attended the Nigerian designer showing at Milan Fashion Week! Duh! And Omo Naija DID. NOT. DISAPPOINT! @tokyojamess your designs were beyyonndd! Sooo many pieces I’m coming for! Thank you for having me and reppin 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬 so lovely!!”
Orji didn’t stop at just sharing photos; she also treated her fans to a video clip of her sophisticated look. In her caption, she expressed her desire to do something different for the Tokyo James show, declaring that she didn’t fly all the way to Milan to keep things regular. This statement perfectly encapsulates the boldness and uniqueness of her approach to fashion.
“Did something a little different for the @tokyojamess show, cuz we didn’t come all the way to Milan to keep things regular!” she wrote in the caption.
It is undeniable that the Insecure actress truly nailed her “Grace Jones.” Her ensemble was a perfect blend of sophistication and creativity, showcasing her impeccable sense of style. By choosing to wear an outfit from Nigerian designer Tokyo James, Orji also demonstrated her support for African talent in the fashion industry.
Photo Credit: Instagram / Yvonne Orji
