While many fashion platforms remain out of reach for emerging creatives, Africa Fashion Week Nigeria is opening doors, giving Africa’s rising talents the stage, industry connections and market access they need to build brands that last.

Africa Fashion Week Nigeria champions and nurtures emerging designers, creating opportunities for them to showcase their creativity, reach new audiences and access bigger markets.

And this year’s edition will be no different.

Get ready for an exciting Detty December as over 80 retail brands and fashion designers take centre stage at AFWN 2026, showcasing the incredible talent, creativity and diversity of African fashion.

Three Brands to Know Before the Runway

Aby Toria

Aby Toria. Photo Credit: Africa Fashion Week London
Aby Toria. Photo Credit: Africa Fashion Week London

African textiles, shaped into distinctive style.

Aby Toria builds its identity around handcrafted elegance and a considered use of African fabrics. Ankara patterns, hand-dyed Adire prints, and woven Aso-Oke form the foundation of its designs, each selected for the character and visual depth it brings to a piece.

See also  Africa Fashion Week Nigeria Returns for the Detty December Edition

At AFWN 2026, visitors can explore Aby Toria’s interpretation of contemporary African womenswear and discover how traditional textiles find expression through modern tailoring.

Aesthesia Haven

Aesthesia Haven. Photo Credit: Africa Fashion Week London
Aesthesia Haven. Photo Credit: Africa Fashion Week London

Craftorria

Craftorria. Photo Credit: Africa Fashion Week London
Craftorria. Photo Credit: Africa Fashion Week London

Craftsmanship with room for individuality.

CRAFTORRIA creates handcrafted, timeless pieces inspired by African art and culture. Its approach places artistry and individuality at the centre of its designs, creating products that allow personal style to take different forms.

The brand’s appreciation for African creative expression informs its distinctive approach to design, with each piece reflecting an interest in craftsmanship and the freedom to express oneself through fashion.