Ciara Wilson made her Lagos Fashion Week debut on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, wearing a dress designed by Onalaja in a memorable collaboration between international star power and Nigerian design excellence. The singer, songwriter, dancer, and actress appeared at the event as part of a partnership with Delphino Entertainment and Lagos State Tourism, Arts and Culture.
Ciara wore the Onalaja Script dress, a curve-contouring mesh design featuring a striking ombre effect with the Onalaja script logo throughout. The statement piece, priced at ₦796,400, exemplifies the brand’s commitment to luxury craftsmanship and bold design.
Designer Kanyinsola Onalaja launched her eponymous label in 2014 with a clear vision to celebrate women through beautifully crafted garments. Her luxury womenswear brand draws from a rich tapestry of influences, weaving together her Nigerian roots with Italian and British design aesthetics.
The result merges demi-couture craftsmanship with contemporary interpretations of feminine beauty. Each Onalaja piece reflects this multicultural design philosophy, creating imaginative collections that honour both heritage and modernity through their detailed construction and artistic vision.
Ciara’s appearance took place at Lagos Fashion Week, which has established itself as the continent’s premier fashion showcase since its founding by Omoyemi Akerele in 2011. The four-day event transforms Lagos into a fashion epicentre, connecting designers with buyers, media, and consumers while attracting significant attention both domestically and internationally.
More than just runway shows, Lagos Fashion Week has become a catalyst for industry development, positioning fashion as both a creative expression and viable commercial enterprise in Nigeria. As the largest fashion event in Africa, it continues to strengthen the infrastructure and the creative economy, supporting Nigerian and continental designers on the global stage.
