Teni Sagoe

As we forge into the New Year, the Sagoe family reflects on moments that define their journey. For Deola, the season is about gratitude and fresh starts. “Whether it’s a toast at Teni’s wedding or hearing my granddaughter’s first words, life gives us endless reasons to celebrate and look forward to what’s next.” From their family to yours, here’s to new beginnings, cherished moments, and a year filled with love. ✨ Click the link in bio to read more about their inspiring traditions. #MarieClaireNigeria #TheHolidayIssue #NewYearNewBeginnings #SeasonOfGratitude

With Deola and Teni Sagoe, family is the beginning and the end — bonded by faith, music, and a shared passion for the art and business of fashion. In our Holiday Issue, we step inside the glass-walled building in Lagos that houses the iconic DEOLA, CLAN, and more to uncover the inspiring story of Nigeria’s IT family of fashion. From their grandmother’s weaving legacy to Deola Sagoe’s creative brilliance and her daughters, Teni modern vision, this family blends tradition, innovation, and love into everything they create. For the Sagoe women, fashion is more than garments — it’s about empowering women with confidence, grace, and self-worth, all while staying grounded in accountability and care for one another. Discover the full story and meet our Holiday Issue cover stars with the #LinkInBio ——— CREDITS Editor-In-Chief & Creative Director: Chidera Muoka (@thechideramuoka ) Fashion & Beauty Editor: Bunie Arah (@bunieontour ) Makeup: Bimpe Onakoya (@bimpeonakoya ) Photography: Adedamola Odetara (@adedamola_op ) Photography Assists: Folajimi Emmanuel (@thefolajimy ) and Ofure Ighalo (@ofure.ighalo ) Hair Styling for Deola Sagoe: Grace and Azubuike Eneoma (@zubbydefinition ) Hair Styling for Teni Baks: Ajaj Sari (@sarisignature ) Cover Design: Niyi Okeowo (@helloniyiokeowo ) Design: Nonso Ukpebor (@nonsothedesigner ) Editor and Lead Cinematographer: Daniel Okah (@danielavery__ ) First Camera Operator: Oluwarotimi Ajoyo (@oluwarotimi ) Second Camera Operator: Oluranti Korede (@kirexvisuals ) Sound Operator: Ajasa Senu Location: House of Deola Designers  DEOLA (@deolasagoeofficial ) CLAN (@clanrtw ) With special thanks to Moët & Chandon (@moethennessy ) Lancôme (@lancomeofficial ) Essenza (@essenza_ng ) #MarieClaireNigeria #TheHolidayIssue #ToastwithMoet #MoetChandon #AMoetHoliday

A year on from launching Atinudah Concepts, it is such an honour to be recognised as one of the Eko 100 Women and for service to Lagos State. Our goal at @atinudahconcepts is to amplify the voice and unique identity behind every business and elevate the experience behind every event, whether it be a milestone or a private moment. To borrow the words of Awol Erikzu, we are also dedicated “to creat(ing) a new vernacular - Black art as universal”. I am deeply grateful to Lagos State and our governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for this kind gesture to mark International Women’s Day 2022. To all the women reading this, the idea you might be ruminating upon at the moment is a bright flame hiding under a bushel waiting to illuminate the world 🌍💡💫 - embrace it! It is truly an honour to live in and work from Lagos State and also to have the continued support of a very treasured network of people whom I appreciate very much! A hearty thank you to @lagosstategovt @jidesanwoolu 🙏🏾✨ #Eko100women #iwd2022

“If you’re brave enough to start, you’re strong enough to finish” - grateful for another end to the week in @clanrtw ✨✨✨

Navigating each day one step at a time as a CLAN woman @clanrtw 🖤✨✨✨

NEW suit alert 🚨 @clanrtw

🍯me, as Kimmy🍯 @clanrtw

Word has it you needed a new suit @clanrtw (NEW!) 💥💥

T H I R T Y 🎈 Photographed by @aecstudios

ETHEREAL Tropical Galactica SS21 🛸 - probably the most exciting shoot I have ever conceptualised and directed for @deolasagoeofficial wearing my @atinudahconcepts hat. It was truly an honour to bring to life such a glorious collection inspired by etherealism and set in the celestial sphere, the abode of angels (Zion). We had so much fun on set and I’m looking forward to seeing the soul behind this collection radiate from every 2021 bride ☁️ 🧚🏾 ✨✨

Back to the Grind. ⏯

This is probably as tomboyish as it gets for me 💙🤍💙 @clanrtw