Met Gala 2026: Cultural References We Spotted on the Carpet
Long after the final flashbulb fades at the Met Gala, what lingers isn’t just the spectacle, it’s the work. The unseen hours, the layered references, the quiet (and not-so-quiet) obsessions that shape a single look. This year’s “Costume Art” theme, paired with the “Fashion Is Art” dress code, didn’t call for just beauty and a […]
Fashion Is Art, But Who Understood the Assignment?
At the Met Gala, every theme invites interpretation, but not every interpretation lands. This year’s “Costume Art” brief called for more than visual appeal. It demanded intention: a considered approach to the body, to storytelling, and to the space where fashion meets art. The most successful looks recognised this immediately, treating the red carpet not […]
The Power Tables: Which Fashion Houses Dominated the Met Gala 2026
At the Met Gala, dominance is rarely accidental. Beyond the spectacle of individual looks lies a more strategic narrative, one shaped by the fashion houses that dress multiple attendees, often the evening’s most visible A-listers define the visual mood of the night, and ultimately steer the cultural conversation. Under this year’s “Costume Art” theme and […]
Best Dressed at the Met Gala 2026: The Looks That Defined the Night
At the Met Gala, the final measure of success is never just attendance; it’s impact, and under this year’s “Costume Art” theme, impact came from those who understood fashion not as decoration but as interpretation. The best-dressed moments of the night were not defined by gender, but by clarity of vision. Across menswear and womenswear, […]
Meghan Markle’s Australian Wardrobe Was a Masterclass in Modern Royal Dressing
Swapping Montecito’s ease for Melbourne’s spotlight, Meghan Markle touched down in Australia alongside Prince Harry, eight years after their first royal tour as newlyweds. Much has changed since then. The titles are lighter, the structure looser, but the scrutiny has remained very much intact. If anything, this return carried a different kind of curiosity. No […]
Fela and Sade Take Their Rightful Place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Two of music’s most profoundly influential figures, Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti and Nigerian-British soul legend Sade Adu are officially entering the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2026. For millions of fans globally, this dual recognition is phenomenally overdue. The late, great Fela Kuti is being honored with the […]
Afrobeats to the World: Is the Momentum Sustainable?
For over a decade, Afrobeats has moved from a continental pulse to a global force. What was once a “sound from West Africa” is now a defining influence on mainstream pop culture, shaping charts, fashion, dance, and even how global audiences experience rhythm itself. From sold-out arenas to festival headlining slots, artists like Davido, Wizkid, […]
32 Categories. One Continent: The 12th AMVCA Nominees Are Here
The AMVCA is back, and this year, the stakes have never been higher. Organisers have officially unveiled the nominees for the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, with the main ceremony set to light up screens on May 9. Leading this year’s judging panel is veteran actress Joke Silva, who steps in […]
Quiet Strength, Fierce Leadership: Mojisola Oladapo, Shaping African Entertainment
There is a quiet strength about Mojisola Oladapo, yet she is undeniably fierce. As Chief Marketing Officer of Filmhouse Group, West Africa’s leading media and entertainment company spanning cinema exhibition (Filmhouse Cinemas), content distribution (FilmOne Entertainment), original productions (FilmOne Studios), and streaming through KAVA, her work spans the full cycle of Africa’s evolving entertainment landscape. […]
2026 GRAMMYs: Best Dressed Stars FT Davido, Ayra Starr, Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga
The 2026 GRAMMYs once again proved that music and fashion are inseparable forces. On the iconic Los Angeles red carpet, the night unfolded as a bold showcase of individuality, glamour, and creative expression. This year’s style moments felt more like artistic statements. Every arrival carried its own personality; we saw some daring couture risks, we […]