Kimono Kollection Debuts Lagos Runway Show, Unveils Spring/Summer 2027 Collection
Kimono Kollection staged its first runway show in Lagos, unveiling a 70‑look Spring/Summer 2027 collection titled Threads of Time.
In Brief
- •Kimono Kollection staged its first runway show in Lagos, unveiling a 70‑look Spring/Summer 2027 collection titled Threads of Time.
- •The show highlighted 16 years of the brand’s development, blending British tailoring with traditional Nigerian attire.
- •A surprise performance by singer Dipothevoice and appearances by actors Wale Ojo, Efe Iwara, Leo Da Silva, Cross Okonkwo and Saskay added star power.
- •A documentary screened at the event chronicled founder Hakeem Balogun’s journey from Lagos markets to London training and back to Nigeria in 2009.
- •Actor Tobi Bakre hosted the front row and gifted a custom Kimono suit to an audience member.
Why It Matters
Kimono Kollection’s inaugural runway in Lagos marks a pivotal moment for Nigerian menswear, showcasing how a brand can fuse Western tailoring techniques with indigenous cultural elements to create a distinctive aesthetic. The event signals the growing maturity of the African fashion scene and may inspire other designers to pursue similar cross‑cultural collaborations, potentially boosting local industry visibility and export opportunities.
Key Details
- Collection Title
- Threads of Time
- Number of Looks
- 70
- Event Venue
- Victoria Island, Lagos
- Founder
- Hakeem Balogun
- Show Theme
- Fusion of British tailoring and Nigerian attire
- Event Date
- 2026-10-31
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