In contemporary red-carpet fashion, few partnerships feel as intentional, imaginative, and narratively rich as that of Cynthia Erivo and her longtime stylist, Jason Bolden. Their collaboration has always produced powerful fashion moments, but the synergy has reached an extraordinary height during Erivo’s Wicked era. Together, they have created a visual language that blends theatricality, cultural homage, and couture craftsmanship, transforming every carpet into a stage. Eri

The annual Fashion Trust Arabia Awards lit up the National Museum of Qatar with a stunning mix of global celebrities, fashion royalty, and cultural powerhouses. This year’s edition brought together an exceptional guest list, from supermodel Gisele Bündchen, actress Lindsay Lohan, and fashion titan Anna Wintour, to Hollywood favourites like Emma Roberts and industry icons such as Tyra Banks and Daniel Roseberry. African excellence was unmistakably present, with Nigerian design

Former Bachelor contestant and Dallas realtor Onyeka Ehie has TikTok in a chokehold. Her 27-part storytime series, “The Danish Deception,” peels back the layers of a relationship that started like a fairytale and unravelled into something far darker. According to Onyeka, it began in the summer of 2022 during a much-needed European getaway. While in Croatia, she met a man who seemed like he’d been written into existence by a romance author, tall, blonde, blue-eyed, confident,

LAGOS, NIGERIA — On November 16th in Lagos, the incomparable Lanre Da Silva Ajayi (LDA) marked a monumental milestone, 20 years of redefining African fashion, with an unforgettable anniversary showcase that was as emotional as it was visually arresting. The evening stood as a powerful tribute to a visionary who has shaped the continent’s fashion landscape with elegance, resilience, and artistic brilliance. A LEGACY BUILT OVER TWO DECADES Lanre Da Silva Ajayi’s journey began i

Rihanna knows how to turn an ordinary night out into a full fashion moment, and last night was no different. The multi-hyphenate mogul was spotted stepping into the weekend wrapped in head-to-toe Alexander Wang, wearing a standout look from the brand’s anticipated Matriarch Spring 2026 runway collection. The look centered around an oversized, all-black jacket crafted with allover laser-cut detailing, an instantly recognizable Wang signature that blends grit, craftsmanship, an

Fresh from her second visit to Lagos Fashion Week, Nneka speaks to Blanck about the city’s magnetic energy, the designers shaping its narrative, and why returning feels less like a trip and more like a homecoming.

Stephanie Linus Makes DRY Available on YouTube in Memory of Ochanya In 2018, the heartbreaking story of 13-year-old Ochanya Ogbanje shook the nation and laid bare an uncomfortable truth: countless young girls continue to suffer in silence, trapped in cycles of abuse, neglect, and systemic failure. Ochanya’s case was not an isolated tragedy, it became a painful symbol of the urgent call for #JusticeForOchanya, and a spotlight on the wider epidemic of child sexual abuse in Nige

The Reveal, DOS Unveils Its New Identity with the Launch of Its Lekki Store On Sunday, October 26th, DOS,  the contemporary womenswear brand founded by Debola Obanikoro, officially unveiled its new identity and second home in Lekki with an exclusive shopping party themed “The Reveal.” Hosted by Nancy Isime, 55A Akintunde Adeyemi Drive, Lekki became the place to be as fashion influencers, loyal clients, and friends of the brand gathered to celebrate a new chapter for DOS,  a b

Some names shaped the early heartbeat of Nigerian fashion, and for me, LDA stands at the top of that list. Her work defined an era, and her influence built a foundation we still stand on today.

Ezra Olubi is trending again but this time, it’s not about tech brilliance or neon-haired eccentricity. Old tweets from over a decade ago have resurfaced, revealing deeply disturbing content that has forced Nigeria’s tech ecosystem to confront long-ignored red flags. This moment isn’t just about Ezra.It’s about the culture that excused shock value as personality, brilliance as a pass, and silence as complicity. What happens when “quirky” crosses into morally unacceptable? Wh

LAGOS, NIGERIA. This November, influential designer Lanre Da Silva Ajayi (LDA) celebrates 20 years of defining fashion and creativity by unveiling her Spring/Summer 2026 (SS26) line, “The Anniversary Collection,” at a grand showcase in Lagos on November 16th. For two decades, Lanre Da Silva Ajayi has remained a trailblazer in African fashion, celebrated for her timeless elegance and unique ability to blend vintage glamour with bold African identity. Her journey, from her 2005

The 11th edition of the biggest cocktail celebration in Africa,  Lagos Cocktail Week (LCW),  explored the exhilarating world of cocktail culture and lifestyle in fresh and innovative ways.   From October 17th to 24th, cocktail lovers were treated to a variety of exciting experiences.   To kick off the festivities, Rosasina, in partnership with LCW, hosted an exclusive dinner for LCW stakeholders. Guests enjoyed nine unique Rosasina cocktails, each crafted to showcase the bran

Still under the spell of Lagos Fashion Week, we caught up with three brilliant influencers who flew in from the United States to experience Africa’s most celebrated fashion event. Among them was Frilancy Hoyle - trailblazing entrepreneur, content creator, and founder of Rebecca Onassis Boutique ; whose passion for African fashion and creative storytelling continues to inspire a global audience. In this conversation, Frilancy shares her reflections on Lagos Fashion Week 2025,

The city’s most talked-about lifestyle experience, The Funky Brunch Lagos, is officially making its grand return on December 28, 2025. After a brief hiatus spent reimagining, rebuilding, and elevating the brand, the ultimate playground for the city’s finest is back bigger, bolder, and more unapologetically premium than ever. Since its inception, The Funky Brunch Lagos has evolved beyond a social event into a full-fledged cultural movement, setting the standard for luxury life

But beyond the headlines, Oduba’s story forces us to confront something far bigger, the culture of shame that keeps so many men suffering in silence. The Culture of “Man Up” From an early age, many boys are taught that strength means suppression. Don’t cry. Don’t complain. Don’t be weak. Emotions are neatly folded away, replaced by a performance of control and composure. By the time they reach adulthood, this conditioning becomes armour, one that hides fear, pain, and vulnera

There are farewells, and then there are moments that mark the end of an era. Olivier Rousteing’s announcement that he’s leaving Balmain after sixteen transformative years feels like both, a curtain call and a standing ovation rolled into one. “Today marks the end of my Balmain era,” he wrote in a heartfelt post on social media. “Sixteen years ago, I began this Balmain adventure without knowing what the future would hold. What an extraordinary story it has been - a love story,

In a remarkable moment for African fashion, Omoyemi Akerele , Founder of Style House Files and Lagos Fashion Week , has been named one of TIME’s 100 Climate Leaders , a recognition that celebrates global figures driving meaningful climate action and sustainability within their industries. As a leading voice in the African creative economy, Akerele has long championed a new narrative for fashion one where innovation meets responsibility. Through Lagos Fashion Week and her br

AFRIFF 2025 Set to Spotlight the Afrobeats Film Movement and Launch Nigeria’s First Film and Content Market Africa’s biggest film festival returns - bolder and more dynamic than ever. The 14th edition of the African International Film Festival (AFRIFF) is back, bringing fresh ideas, global conversations, and powerful creative connections to the continent’s film scene. Scheduled to take place from November 2nd to 8th, 2025, this year’s festival is themed “Rhythms of the Contin

Blanck Magazine EIC Franka Chiedu in Conversation with America Based Multidisciplinary Artist, Oluwatobi Adewumi  explores the concept of identity and belonging as he continues his “Journey to the Unknown”  exhibition currently on display at the Fort Smith Regional Art Museum Rural Arkansas. Looking ahead, what themes or stories do you hope to explore next, and what impact do you want audiences to carry with them after seeing this exhibition? Looking ahead, I’m developing a n

In a landmark recognition of leadership and representation, Afua Kyei, Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director of the Bank of England, has been named the United Kingdom’s most influential Black person in the 2026 edition of the Powerlist. The Powerlist celebrates outstanding individuals of African and African-Caribbean heritage who are making a remarkable impact in their fields. Afua Kyei’s recognition stands as a defining moment in British history. She leads a group o