The next chapter begins.
We read every single submission. Every one. And honestly, it wasn't easy. The talent in those inboxes was something else.
But we made our picks. Six voices who are going to help us tell the stories that actually matter.
Welcome to LSTV Voices.
@favourite_yoruba_boy@tobioke__@zionne.soule@call_me_ejiose@merontheewriter@emmanuelmoronfolu6
We've been building to this moment and we're not taking it lightly.
This is only the beginning. And we really mean that.
For @guzangs I had a great time talking to the amazing creative director and founder of @ohlanna.bu.zikora@ohla.chiqito about what it means to design for women who revolts, Igbo heritage, nostalgia and most importantly- building a fashion brand that would stand the test of time.
Before Ohlanna Bu Zikora came to be, the designer spent ten years working across other brands, gaining experience and creating a space for themselves. Even with such a towering expertise, Zikora doubted if a cultural epicenter like Lagos was ready for the kind of clothes they wanted to make.
But time did prove one thing right- years later, the designer will go on to dress Nollywood powerhouse like @ihuomalindaejiofor@uzoamakapower and @uzoamakaonuoha
Full pieces in my bio and on stories. Special thanks to my editor @earthly_gorgeous for the stellar edits and commission.
#africandesigner #nigerianfashion #fashion #explorepage
The Met Gala 2026 came with one assignment: Fashion is Art.
Bolaji Akinwande [@favourite_yoruba_boy ] breaks down how the carpet turned into a moving gallery, from Marian sculpture echoes to Harlem Renaissance portraits, Nigerian modernism, surrealism, and mythology stitched into looks.
Some guests didn’t just dress up..... they interpreted art in style.
Read the full article on lstvww.com
✍️ Bolaji Akinwande [@favourite_yoruba_boy ]
#lstvww #MetGala2026
Helpful Tip 101,
I did a sort of experiment lately, organizing my creative practices. I separated my fashion writing, research and cultural commentary into clear categories, and it helped create new ways to re-purpose my old work.
If you’re a creative, organizing your work might help create new clarity and spark inspirations❤️
I currently made a selection of my African/Nigerian fashion writings,
Comment "List" and I will send it you.
Let me know if you found this post helpful
#creativetips #contentideas #contentcreator #explorepage
Lately, I’ve been re-organizing my creative practice, separating my fashion writing, research, and culture commentary into clearer categories.
I didn't realise how cluttered everything felt until I moved my African fashion pieces into one document and instantly saw new creative paths.
If you’re a creative juggling multiple identities, this is your reminder- clarity creates inspiration.
Comment "List" to get a selection of my African/Nigerian fashion writings.
The 2026 Met Gala: “Fashion Is Art” basically moved like a living gallery.
From direct nods to iconic works to reimagined interpretations, guests pulled from paintings, sculpture, and culture to bring the theme to life.
Some stayed close to the source. Others flipped it into something entirely their own.
Bolaji Akinwande [@favourite_yoruba_boy ] picked 5 standout Black art-inspired looks that really held our attention.
Which one caught your eye first?
#lstvww #MetGala2026
Lagos heat 1 - 0 Bolaji 🥲
The weather is so hot these days, half of the time I can't wait to wrap up whatever content I’m filming🫠😭.
How are y'all holding up?
#relatable #contentcreator #lagosliving #explorepage
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