AFWL2026 Programme
2pm showcase
Winchester School of Art, University of Southampton, returns to Africa Fashion Week London 2026 for a third year with MA Fashion Design and MA Textile Design students. Created with AFWL Head Stylist Samson Soboye and fabric sponsor Orientar Kingtex, Moroccan Majesty explores Moroccan heritage and London's Pearly Kings and Queens through contemporary fashion and textile design.
StyleByNerd is a Nigerian distinctive womenswear wearable-art brand known for bold craftsmanship, experimental textures and distinctive statement pieces.
Rooted in the philosophy of “Fashion is a Canvas,” the brand creates one-of-one and limited pieces that celebrate individuality, confidence and modern African creativity.
TMP - The Main Play is a Cameroon-rooted, UK-based fashion brand founded in 2026 by designer and creative director Donald Meye Yerima, professionally known as Donald Mass. Evolving from his earlier TrapMass work, TMP brings together cultural storytelling, contemporary streetwear, and elevated utility design. Its work explores identity, migration, and heritage through reworked denim, layered silhouettes and symbolic detailing, connecting Donald's journey from Cameroon (+237) to the United Kingdom (+44).
Founded by award-winning Creative Director Ebere Christopher, professionally known as Bibi Christopher, the eponymous luxury fashion house has become synonymous with timeless sophistication, impeccable craftsmanship and modern femininity. With nearly a decade of creating bespoke couture and luxury womenswear, the brand has built a reputation for refined silhouettes that celebrate confidence, individuality and effortless glamour.
Every Bibi Christopher collection is designed with meticulous attention to detail, balancing classic elegance with contemporary design. From beautifully tailored occasionwear to statement evening pieces, each garment is created to empower women through exceptional craftsmanship and understated luxury.
MaeHem by Reverse Psychology London is a contemporary British luxury fashion brand founded by Stella Mae of Nigerian heritage, in 2018. Built on the philosophy of "We Merge Cultures to Couture." Through bold tailoring, sustainable design and the fusion of global cultural influences, MaeHem creates distinctive collections that celebrate Individuality, Craftsmanship, Unity & Music.
From statement couture to luxury boutique, Signature Hoods and hospitality collections, the brand reimagines traditional influences through a modern lens, creating pieces that are elegant, purposeful, globally relevant and sustainable.
Diana Magesa is a Tanzanian fashion artist and costume designer creating innovative sustainable fashion from recycled and reclaimed materials.
Her work combines environmental activism, community empowerment and contemporary African design through award-winning costumes, upcycled fashion and creative skills development for women and young people.
Klassic Unisex Couture is a contemporary Nigerian fashion brand creating modern unisex clothing from handcrafted Aso-Oke and Adire textiles. Showcasing and exhibiting at Africa Fashion Week London 2026, the brand blends traditional African craftsmanship with contemporary tailoring, celebrating Nigeria's textile heritage through timeless, globally inspired design. The resurgence of heritage textiles has placed Aso-Oke and Adire at the forefront of contemporary African luxury.
Juoby & Co. is a contemporary Nigerian fashion brand creating bold ready-to-wear womenswear inspired by African heritage.
Showcasing and exhibiting at Africa Fashion Week London 2026, the brand transforms Adire and indigenous textiles into colourful, fashion-forward collections, combining modern design, handcrafted accessories and contemporary African luxury.
Elegant Dolls is a South African luxury womenswear brand established in 2015, specialising in bespoke couture, contemporary ready-to-wear and elegant occasionwear.
Showcasing at Africa Fashion Week London 2026, the brand combines refined tailoring, exceptional craftsmanship and contemporary African design to create timeless collections celebrating confidence, femininity and sophistication.
Komeh Swish is a Nigerian fashion house founded by Miriam Kome Jegede and co-founded by Atiemoria Jegede, built on a passion for creating pieces that feel timeless, feminine, and intentional. The brand is known for its luxury bridal couture, eveningwear, and ready-to-wear collections, combining clean structure, detailed craftsmanship, and modern elegance. Over the years, Komeh Swish has worked with brides and women across different parts of the world, creating pieces that are personal, refined, and made to stand out. With a growing presence in the fashion space, the brand continues to evolve through couture, ready-to-wear, and creative storytelling.
RESANÈA is a Johannesburg-based luxury fashion house debuting at Africa Fashion Week London 2026. Blending African heritage with healing fabrics and contemporary design, the brand presents elevated silk and linen collections inspired by wellness, identity, and cultural storytelling through modern African luxury fashion.
La’baleo Collections is a Ghanaian menswear brand specialising in bespoke, tailor-fit clothing with timeless design. Showcasing at Africa Fashion Week London 2026, the brand delivers classic, well-crafted pieces that combine precision tailoring with modern elegance, while supporting craftsmanship and employment within the African fashion industry.
REALMS is an eco-luxury fashion brand exploring the dialogue between heritage, identity, and modern expression. Rooted in the cultural narratives of Congo-Kinshasa and Madagascar, the brand reimagines tradition through contemporary silhouettes and thoughtful craftsmanship.
Aduhema, the designer behind Adubauh Studios, presents Kente Uncut, a bold exploration of contemporary African fashion rooted in Ghanaian heritage. This collection features a personalised interpretation of kente cloth, incorporating traditional symbols that express empowerment, sophistication, and growth.
MahentyAfrik Heritage is an Afro-contemporary brand redefining African elegance through minimalist, symbolic design inspired by Bamiléké heritage. Showcasing designers and confirmed exhibitors at Africa Fashion Week London 2026, the brand presents conscious fashion that blends craftsmanship, identity, and modern expression with powerful, refined silhouettes.
4pm Showcase
Woven Market Africa is a Nigerian textile company designing and producing authentic handwoven fabrics for the global fashion and design industries. Woven Market Africa supplies handwoven textiles to designers, brands and retailers, combining artisan craftsmanship with structured textile production.
Supported by the British Council’s Creative DNA programme, Xufan is an Ethiopian Afro-futuristic fashion and lifestyle brand founded by designer and digital artist Solome Kiflu. Rooted in storytelling, self-expression, and cultural identity, Xufan blends Ethiopian heritage with futuristic design, gaming culture, cinematic fashion, and contemporary streetwear to create immersive wearable art.
JOAN JADE is a Ugandan based clothing brand, dedicated to crafting outfits that honour the African heritage while appealing to modern contemporary tastes since 2021.
Inspired by art, heritage, cultural diversity and history, Our design philosophy centres on three core principles; authenticity, superior craftsmanship and individual expression. Supported by the British Council’s Creative DNA programme, the brand works closely with local artisans and use high quality sustainable materials sourced both locally and internationally.
Supported by the British Council’s Creative DNA programme, PatCh is a Zimbabwean accessories brand that uses handcrafted design to preserve and reinterpret cultural identity through contemporary fashion. At the heart of PatCh is a commitment to slow craftsmanship. Each handbag is thoughtfully handmade using time-honoured techniques that celebrate artistry, attention to detail, and the human touch in an increasingly fast-paced fashion industry.
SOLEIL is a Zimbabwean streetwear brand grounded in identity and shaped by the spirit of Africa. Founded in 2023 in Harare, Zimbabwe, the brand approaches sustainability with intention through thoughtful design, storytelling, and a quiet sense of purpose.
Supported by the British Council’s Creative DNA programme, the brand blends cultural symbolism with modern silhouettes, allowing heritage and the present to co-exist. Each piece is made using upcycled and locally sourced materials.
Ohana Family Wear is redefining African swim and resort wear through bold design, cultural storytelling, and unapologetic representation. Founded in Kenya by Neema Nkatha Kinoti, the brand emerged from a powerful mission: to create authentic African-inspired swimwear in an industry where African identity had long been overlooked.
Supported by the British Council Creative DNA 2026 programme, Ohana has grown into one of East Africa’s most exciting contemporary lifestyle brands — blending vibrant African aesthetics with modern silhouettes, performance functionality, and luxury resort energy.
Supported by the British Council’s Creative DNA programme, Founder and Creative Director Maurice Niyigena of Matheo Studio, is a fashion and costume designer. He is passionate about using fashion, art, and creativity to tell African stories, empower youth and women, and inspire positive change through design and culture.
Supported by the British Council’s Creative DNA programme, Republic of Africa is a fashion and cultural innovation company driven by one mission: to restore Africa’s self-belief and elevate the black experience in the world. Born from the legacy of WEAR Ghana - the brand built into one of Ghana’s most loved fashion houses over the past decade - Republic of Africa is the next chapter.
Supported by the British Council’s Creative DNA programme, Atieno Studio is a contemporary Kenyan fashion brand redefining crochet through bold summer and resort wear.
Supported by the British Council Creative DNA 2026 programme, DIMEJI ILORI approaches fashion as wearable art — exploring identity, spirituality, memory, and quiet power through handcrafted garments designed to be experienced as much as worn.
Introducing one of the Creative DNA’s 2026 cohort showcasing at AFWL2026.
Founded in December 2021, Mastewal Alemu is a contemporary Ethiopian fashion brand based in Addis Ababa. Over the past four years, the brand has established itself as a rising force in sustainable African luxury.
Nesnie Creations is a Nigerian-born contemporary fashion brand redefining modern Afrocentric style since 2014. Founded in Abuja by two sisters, Olanrewaju Uchechi and Nwachukwu Nneka, the brand blends rich African heritage with contemporary global design to create timeless, high-quality pieces rooted in creativity and craftsmanship.
Founded in 2024, Add an Apron is a slow fashion brand founded by artist Adéọlá.
Using organic cottons and hand-painting, Add an Apron provides unique, bold hand-painted designs on fabric. This brand is excited by promoting their signature concept of the apron as a fashion accessory.
7pm Showcase
H.Mor is a contemporary fashion brand from Lesotho creating elegant womenswear inspired by the country's rich cultural heritage and natural landscape.
Supported by GIZ and making its Africa Fashion Week London debut as part of Lesotho's first-ever delegation, H.Mor is renowned for its signature Kharetsa print, celebrating the iconic Spiral Aloe through refined contemporary African design.
Joachim Garments is a contemporary luxury fashion brand from Lesotho, founded in 2018 and inspired by the rich heritage of Basotho culture.
Making history as part of Lesotho's first-ever participation at Africa Fashion Week London 2026, the brand combines refined tailoring, traditional symbolism and conscious craftsmanship to create sophisticated, globally relevant African fashion.
Iconics Clothing is a Lesotho-based fashion brand redefining African apparel through innovation, technology, and contemporary design. We create premium fashion that seamlessly blends functionality, comfort, and modern style, with a strong commitment to quality craftsmanship and local manufacturing.
Thethana is a leading luxury womenswear brand from Lesotho, reimagining Basotho heritage through contemporary African fashion. Supported by GIZ and making history as part of Lesotho's first-ever representation at Africa Fashion Week London 2026, the brand combines cultural storytelling, ethical craftsmanship and modern luxury with internationally export-ready design.
IFFIZI is a Belgian-Nigerian fashion brand founded by Sandra Alonge. Established in 2016, the brand celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, marking a decade of bold design and cultural fusion. IFFIZI blends European styling with African tailoring, creating contemporary pieces that transition effortlessly from day to night.
A luxury fashion brand offering high-end women’s clothing inspired by bold African prints, art, and creative storytelling. Founded by designer and artist Osime Saibu, Simeogieme is known for its vibrant colour combinations, custom-made fabrics, and sophisticated silhouettes.
Every piece is crafted with a blend of fine tailoring and artistic vision, perfect for confident women who value elegance and individuality. From luxury dresses to stylish separates, Simeogieme delivers standout fashion that celebrates culture, creativity, and confidence.
House of Estree is a London-based African cultural hub and showcasing designer at Africa Fashion Week London 2026. Combining ready-to-wear fashion, handcrafted accessories, art, and home décor, the platform supports African designers and creatives while promoting cultural heritage, community engagement, and sustainable creative enterprise.
Mary Martin London is an internationally acclaimed fashion label known for bespoke, red carpet designs inspired by Black culture. Showcasing at Africa Fashion Week London 2026, Dame Mary Martin’s award-winning work combines bold creativity with cultural storytelling, worn by global celebrities and recognised for its innovation and impact.
Samson Soboye, founder of SOBOYE, marks 10 years as Head Stylist at Africa Fashion Week London. With over two decades in fashion, his Black Majesty collection showcases refined African luxury through bold tailoring, rich textures, and cultural storytelling, reinforcing his influence as a leading voice in contemporary African design.