AFWL2026 Catwalk Programme

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.