The Nigerian Student Fashion and Design Week (NSFDW) is poised for a spectacular return this November after a five-year hiatus, promising to be a vibrant showcase for emerging fashion talents and entrepreneurs.
Scheduled to take place at the prestigious Oriental Hotel in Lagos from November 28 to 30, 2024, this year’s event is themed ‘Fashion Forward’.
In an official statement released on Saturday, the organizers revealed that NSFDW 2024 will feature an exciting lineup of runway shows, hands-on workshops with industry experts, and valuable networking opportunities for aspiring designers, models, and fashion professionals.
The event aims to spotlight a diverse array of designs, encompassing everything from exquisite couture to innovative contemporary streetwear.
“The fashion and design week will showcase an array of designs, ranging from couture designs to cutting-edge contemporary streetwear,” the statement highlighted, also emphasizing a focus on sustainability and ethical practices within the industry.
Continuing in the tradition of recognizing excellence, the event will honor designers who present the most creative and innovative designs.
“As is tradition, the event will recognize designers with the most creative and innovative designs, awarding them cash prizes and the opportunity to showcase their collections at Dallas Fashion Week in 2025,” the statement noted. “This offers winners a global platform to elevate their brands and gain international exposure.”
Abiola Orimolade, the visionary founder of NSFDW, expressed her enthusiasm for the initiative, emphasizing its role in providing a vital platform for young, emerging Nigerian designers.
“Over the years, we’ve seen incredible talent rise to prominence through this platform, with notable designers like Hauwa Liman of Afrik Abaya, Bibi Lawrence, Faith Oluwajimi of BLOKE, and Vovwe Omoko of Ovem making their mark in the fashion industry,” Orimolade stated.
She further elaborated on the broader impact of the event, stating, “This event will not only celebrate the talent of emerging designers but also contribute to the growth and development of the Nigerian fashion industry, fostering innovation and creating opportunities for the next generation of fashion entrepreneurs.”