All Is Set for Season 3 of Uyo Fashion Week – Organiser

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The much-anticipated Season 3 of Uyo Fashion Week is set to dazzle fashion enthusiasts and industry insiders alike. Convened by Lady Mae Edmonds, this annual global fashion experience promises to be a spectacular showcase of creativity, talent, innovation and cultural heritage.

The event will kick off with the ARISE RUNWAY SHOW, featuring 13 young professional designers of Akwa Ibom origin, aged between 18 and 25. These emerging talents will compete in a thrilling design challenge, each presenting 10 unique outfits. The show is named in honour of the empowerment and governance agenda of Pastor Umo Eno, the Governor of Akwa Ibom State.

On the second day, the spotlight will shift to 17 senior professionals from the UK and various parts of Nigeria in the ASIAAN AYAYA RUNWAY SHOW. The confirmed designers for this prestigious segment include:

Lady Mae Edmonds (Convener)- LadyMae Edmonds, Peace Akpan Udo – Prime Wears, Clement Effanga – Clemas Effanga, Ifiokobong Akan – House of Borah, Ame Ekpenyong – Amelisa, Akaninyene Usenekong – Threadwox Mestiere, Arala Amina and Azeez Tolani – Zeeral Couture, Chike Euriel Mordi – Zhalima Grazioni, DM Johnson – Trendy Johnson, Paul Mabayomije Olusegun – Ebun Oladoye, Okobi Davis – Chykeasy, Ema Bassey – Shapes by Ema, Olubunmi Dunmola Durojaye – Suit Palace, Oluwatoyin Olusanya-Onadele – LusantDell Couture, Bukola Ogunsakin – Feebies Accessories. JohnFaith Rosiji – John Creatives, Akinobi Oluwatosin Aminat – Amin-Tos Designs.

The runway shows will be hosted by the charismatic Nancy Isime and will feature appearances by celebrities such as RMD, Ini Edo, Eve Esin, Ebenezer Eno amd others.

In addition to the runway spectacles, the two-day event will include masterclasses aimed at empowering and educating entrepreneurs. Notably, Mr. Udeme Ufot of SO&U will be among the distinguished speakers.

Uyo Fashion Week continues to be a beacon of innovation and a platform for showcasing the rich fashion heritage of Akwa Ibom State. With its blend of youthful energy and seasoned expertise, this year’s event is poised to set new benchmarks in the fashion industry.

The Masterclasses will hold at Watbridge Hotels and Suites 9am daily, while the Runway Shows will hold at Ibom Hall at 4pm daily.