PRESENTS
Beauty meets Fashion
A Masterclass Tagged:
The Symbiosis of Style & Identity
Panel discussions | Fireside chats | Live demonstrations |Intimate industry networking
Venue: Ebonylife Place, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria
Date: 5th November 2025
Time: 10:00 am
Event Overview
Beauty and fashion are not parallel lanes they are interwoven threads in the fabric of human identity. In this immersive four (4) hour masterclass, we explore the intimate, intricate, and inseparable relationship between beauty and fashion two industries that do not just coexist, but elevate and complete one another. From the runway to the red carpet, from magazine covers to cultural movements, every iconic style moment has been defined not only by what was worn, but by how the wearer was seen their skin, their hair, their aura. Fashion dresses the body. Beauty defines the mood. Together, they tell the whole story.This masterclass is for designers, stylists, MUAs, photographers, content creators, and brand visionaries who understand that a complete aesthetic experience requires both worlds to speak the same visual language.
What to Expect
Keynote: The Invisible Thread
How Beauty and Fashion Frame Identity. A soul-stirring opening that explores how cultural expression, confidence, and personal branding are shaped by both what we wear and how we wear it.
Panel: Faces Behind the Fabric
Top fashion designers, global beauty directors, and brand strategists discuss real-world campaigns and runway moments where beauty brought fashion to life, and vice versa.
Fireside Chat: When Icons Align
One-on-one conversation with a celebrated muse, an iconic figure who has embodied both fashion and beauty excellence, reflecting on how both industries impacted their rise.
Closing Roundtable: The Future is Integrated
Emerging voices share how tech, culture, and representation are breaking down silos, and why the next generation of creative entrepreneurs must master both crafts.
Why Attend?
Because beauty without fashion is incomplete. And fashion without beauty is unfinished. This masterclass is about alignment. It’s about understanding that one’s palette influences the other’s silhouette; that a bare face can elevate a bold couture statement, and that the right lip can tell the story a neckline begins. It’s about co-creation, cohesion, and creative chemistry.
For Those Who Are Ready To:
Master the art of building full visual narratives.
Connect with experts who have shaped global trends.
Learn how to build campaigns, brands, and identities that marry both disciplines.
Elevate their creative voice in an increasingly competitive and connected world.
Keynote Speaker
Keynote Speaker
Asia Jones
Creative Director, Fashion Souk Global
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Asia E. Jones is the founder of Fashion Souk Global, a platform redefining African and diaspora fashion across the globe. Known for curating premium fashion events in London, Ghana, Nigeria, and Dubai, she connects visionary designers with discerning audiences, offering a fusion of culture, luxury, and Black excellence. Her events, like the signature Fashion Souk Global showcase on Oxford Street, are immersive experiences that spotlight top African brands, from couture to ready-to-wear, including names like Christie Brown, Lisa Folawiyo, and Maki Oh. Asia has partnered with global organizations such as E.A.T.O.W. Global to elevate African fashion narratives. Her work promotes cultural preservation, economic empowerment, and authentic storytelling through fashion, setting the standard for inclusive, luxury-driven showcases.
VIP Speakers
Dabota Lawson
CEO Dabota Cosmetics
&
E.A.T.O.W Global Ambassador
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Dabota Lawson is a luminary whose expertise in entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and leadership shines brightly on the global stage. With an impressive academic foundation, a professional management accounting qualification from The London School of Business and Finance, and a Bachelor’s degree in Financial Economics from the University of Leicester. She commands a wealth of knowledge and insight that underpins every venture she embarks upon. As the visionary founder of Dabota House of Beauty and Dabota Cosmetics, she has redefined the standards of excellence in the beauty industry. Her brands have earned international acclaim for their groundbreaking makeup and skincare products, reflecting a relentless commitment to innovation, quality, and the art of beauty. Beyond her entrepreneurial successes, Dabota serves as the global spokesperson for E.A.T.O.W. GLOBAL, a trailblazing platform that seamlessly integrates beauty fashion. and technology. Her forward-thinking approach has not only revolutionized industry norms but also cemented her reputation as a pioneer at the intersection of beauty and digital innovation.
Adeyemi Adeola
CEO Dabota Cosmetics
&
E.A.T.O.W Global Champion
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Adeola Chizoba Adeyemi, popularly known as Diiadem, is a multifaceted entrepreneur, influencer, and reality TV star. She began her career as a model and video vixen in 2008, capturing the spotlight with her charisma and talent. In 2016, she launched her beauty brand, Beauty By AD, which has since become a household name in the fashion and beauty industry. Her remarkable transformation and dedication to her craft led her to become a sought-after influencer, collaborating with renowned fashion and beauty brands. Adeola Chizoba Adeyemi is also one of the celebrated cast members of the Real Housewives of Lagos Season 3, where her elegance, business acumen, and vibrant personality continue to captivate audiences. Diiadem is a true changemaker in the beauty and entertainment industries, inspiring many with her journey from the spotlight to building an impactful brand.
Moderator
Bukky George Taylor
CEO Robert Taylor Media
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Bukky George-Taylor is a strategic communications expert, public speaker, and entrepreneurial coach. She is the founder of Robert Taylor Media, a 15-year-old strategic communications agency based in Nigeria, and co-founder of Africa’s first tourism app, CRAWL AFRICA. Bukky is skilled in Public Relations, Media Relations, Crisis Management, product launches and new market entry, corporate communications, Personal Branding, Media Training, Thought leadership, Campaign Building, and more. Her work has seen her represent a diverse portfolio of local and international clients such as Estee lauder, M.A.C Cosmetics, Walt Disney Africa, Moet Hennessy, British Petroleum, Intellics, Flutterwave, iFitness, ONE Campaign, Landmark Africa, Pernord Ricard, Josien and more. With a passion for positive African storytelling, Bukky is one of Directors of The Lagos Today Newspaper. A digital newspaper sharing stories, sights and sounds from Africa’s Metropolitan City… Lagos.
Moderator
Omotunde Ibironke
Bellanaija
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Omotunde Ibironke is a seasoned Media Executive, Project Manager, and Business Strategist with nearly a decade of experience leading cross-functional campaigns across Africa and globally. She currently serves as the Head of Partnerships and Growth at one of Africa's leading media-tech platform, BellaNaija, where she has successfully project-managed & led high-profile initiatives with Organizations Netflix, GoalKeepers, The Gates Foundation, Global Citizen, and the BellaNaija x The She Tank 'Her Money, Her Power' campaign (to mention a few), driving measurable impact across digital and social platforms. With a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, she brings a strategic, data-informed lens to media innovation. She is also a digital content creator and skilled event compere, known for building brand saliency across diverse markets. Passionate about African storytelling and global collaboration, Omotunde continues to shape narratives that connect, inspire, and deliver value.
Betsy Ikeme
Founder Jophie
l FilmHouse Art & Craft Academy
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is a filmmaker, creative visionary, and founder of Jophiel FilmHouse International and Jophiel FilmHouse Art & Craft Academy, inspiring global audiences through powerful African storytelling. and empowering the next generation of creatives. And has just launched the BIWELL Foundation to champion women’s education, health, and empowerment.
Risi Osogba
Founder & Creative Director, Eloise Beauty
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With over a decade of experience in the beauty industry, as a top sales director at Mary Kay, and a managerial position at Charlotte Tilbury, Risi Osogba saw a gap that others overlooked, the need for innovative, premium makeup tools that celebrated and catered to all skin tones. In 2017, she transformed that vision into reality by founding Eloise Beauty, a brand that has since evolved into an independent, multi-million-pound global success, with offices in the UK and the USA. Under Risi’s leadership, Eloise Beauty has become synonymous with creativity, inclusivity, and trend-led innovation. From its viral social media presence to its cult-favourite designs, every Eloise product is exclusively conceptualised and crafted in-house, ensuring each piece is both a visual statement and a high-performance tool. Risi’s mission has always been to challenge industry conventions, setting new standards for beauty products that are both aesthetically striking and effective. Today, her work continues to inspire beauty enthusiasts worldwide, proving that when design meets purpose, the results are nothing short of extraordinary.
Banke Kuku
Celebrity Designer
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Banke Kuku is a Nigerian-British textile designer and the founder of the luxury lifestyle brand Banke Kuku. Known for fusing West African patterns with Western aesthetics, she has earned the title “Queen of Print” for her bold, vibrant, and culturally rich designs. Her brand spans fashion and home décor, with pieces celebrated globally for their originality and craftsmanship. A Central Saint Martins and Chelsea College of Art graduate, Banke has worked with international fashion houses and continues to champion African heritage through luxury design.
Tokyo James
British/Nigerian Fashion Designer
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Tokyo James is a British-Nigerian fashion designer and the creative director behind the Tokyo James brand, known for blending African heritage with European tailoring. Launched in 2015, his menswear-focused label challenges conventions with bold, structured silhouettes, innovative fabric choices, and socially conscious narratives. A former stylist and fashion editor, Tokyo James has become a powerful voice in contemporary African fashion, showcasing at events like Paris Fashion Week and redefining luxury menswear through a Pan-African lens.
Sola Oyebade
Founder of Fashions Finest Africa
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Sola, popularly known as Mr. Mahogany is the multi award winning, CEO/Founder of Fashions Finest Africa, a platform that he created to help emerging designers and models from all over Africa showcase their designs and talents. He is a thought leader in the fashion space and an active contributor to the growth and success of new and emerging fashion entrepreneur
Abe Jawando
Strategic Leader| Builder of Women| Advocate for Impact
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Abe Jawando is a Nigerian-born lawyer and Senior Executive Sales Director with Mary Kay UK & Ireland, empowering women to lead with confidence and financial independence. With over 20 years of experience, she has mentored women in leadership roles across various sectors. Abe is the founder of The Mentoring Room, Business Strategist for Fashion Souk Global, and the philanthropic leader behind 20SmilesFor20Years, supporting maternal health and education. She is also the author of Throne Room Whispers and the convener of the 66 Days Gratitude Journal Challenge, promoting personal transformation through gratitude. Her mission is to inspire generational leadership and impact.
Amanda Akokhia
Beauty & Fashion Photographer
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Amanda Akokhia is a British-Nigerian, self-taught beauty and fashion photographer based in London, with over 11 years of experience. Known for her expert lighting and bold visual storytelling, she has collaborated with global brands like Disney, BBC, and Pantene, with her work featured in top publications such as British Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar. Originally trained in law, Amanda transitioned to photography, leading to numerous accolades, including Fashion Photographer of the Year at the British Photography Awards in 2024. Beyond her commercial work, she is passionate about charity, supporting causes like Models of Diversity and Breast Cancer UK, while inspiring emerging creatives through her collaborative, growth-focused approach.
Closing Remarks
Eryca Freemantle
Global Business Strategist
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Eryca Freemantle is a globally respected voice in beauty, culture, and creative leadership, known not only for her four-decade career at the intersection of business, branding, and representation, but for the lives, industries, and nations she has quietly shaped behind the scenes. A master convenor, Eryca connects worlds that often remain apart: the corporate and the creative, the diasporic and the local, the underrepresented and the elite. Her legacy has spanned beauty, property, media, and trade but always with a singular mission: to ensure that no woman, no voice, no shade is left behind.
Founder of E.A.T.O.W. (Embracing All Tones of Women), she has built a global movement that empowers women through education, exposure, and elevation. From launching awards that spotlight African talent, to leading trade missions and masterclasses across the UK, Nigeria, the Caribbean , South Africa, Dubai and beyond, Eryca has become a cultural strategist whose work reaches and partners with governments, global brands, and grassroots communities alike.
VIP Host
Pelumi Buari
Host
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Pelumi Buari is a dynamic TV presenter, actor, and event host. She has hosted shows on Ebony Life Studios, Wazobia Max TV, and The Time Show, and brought her energy to major events like Blood Sisters premiere, A Sunday Affair, Flour Mills’ stakeholders conference, and the E.A.T.O.W Global MUA Awards. Since starting her acting career in 2018 with Castle & Castle, she has appeared in productions like Rumor Has It and One Too Many. Pelumi has also collaborated with leading brands such as Golden Penny, Darling Hair, and The Untamed. Passionate about empowering young women, she aims to expand her influence on a global stage.
Bukola Owolabi
Founder of the Emagine Group
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Bukola Owolabi is the Creative Director and Founder of the Emagine Group, a dynamic collective of fashion and creative brands including EmagineByBukola, EB Bridals, Lizanuella, EmagineLagos, and Examination. Since launching in 2020, she has grown her team from 3 to over 50, styling over 100 brides and building a vertically integrated fashion house known for elegance, structure, and powerful storytelling. Through The EmagineByBukola Foundation, she also champions women’s empowerment with programs focused on menstrual health, creative skills, and mentorship.
Bolaji Olatoye
CEO Altitude A.I Consulting
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Bolaji Olatoye, a seasoned sales automation specialist, boasts a two-decade track record of implementing multi-million dollar technical solutions for major investment banks. His achievements include driving $6 million in sales for a tech startup, highlighting his strategic value in the technology and finance sectors.
Special Guest
Lanre Da Silva
Founder of LDA Fashion Label
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Lanre Da Silva Ajayi is the founder of the eponymous LDA fashion label, which has become one of Nigeria’s most sought-after clothing brands since its inception in 2005. Renowned for her bold, high-class aesthetics and sartorial innovation, Lanre's designs have graced many celebrities and media figures in Nigeria and beyond. With a Bachelor's in Business Administration and a Master's in Finance, she has successfully blended business acumen with creativity. LDA gained international recognition with features in Vogue Italia and collaborations with global retailers like Selfridges and Dolce & Gabbana. Lanre has showcased her collections at prestigious events such as the Thisday Africa Rising Festival, Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, and Lagos Fashion Week, further cementing her position as a key player in the fashion industry.
Omobolaji Mogaji
CEO Rubellite Cosmetics
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Omobolaji Mogaji is a multi-award-winning Beauty Brand Entrepreneur and ecosystem builder with over 7 years of experience in advertising, brand strategy, and marketing. She is the founder of Rubellite™ Cosmetics and Rubellite™ Hair, two pioneering African beauty brands championing sustainability and innovation. Through her consultancy, Beauty Bridge Global, she has supported 20+ brands across beauty, fashion, and lifestyle from ideation to market success. Recognized as an Eloy Award winner, one of Nigeria’s Top 100 CEOs, and a Nelson Mandela Leadership Award honoree, Omobolaji is also a WIMBOARD Fellow, ECOWAS Youth Ambassador, and IAA member, committed to democratizing success in Africa’s beauty industry.
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