The Coal City Fashion Experience 2025 lit up Enugu with a dazzling showcase of Nigeria’s finest design talent, reaffirming its status as the Southeast’s premier fashion event.
Over two vibrant days, the event brought together 15 runway designers and 25 marketplace vendors, creating a dynamic blend of established icons and rising stars that captured the energy of Nigeria’s evolving fashion landscape.
From start to finish, the runway delivered standout moments. Collections by Emil Empire, Eka’s Couture, Fedora Hats & Bridal, Tomira Signature, Lin Atelier, Sixpence Couture, The Nakachi Brand, Krojacc Fashion, Cygore Styling, Apparel by April, and Shinexcellence, among others, brought innovation, elegance, and bold statements to the stage. The marketplace, equally vibrant, featured brands like Hanlasson Empire, Be Kute Fashion, Drejune Clothingz, Glochi Couture, Dymples Collection, Exquisite Kri8eve, and Fashion Concept, offering a curated mix of ready-to-wear pieces, accessories, and handcrafted fashion.
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The event wasn’t just about fashion—it was a full cultural experience. Orchestrated by Oarhe Ohis Kelvin and Dr. Kachi Ugwa in collaboration with GHills Entertainment and Whitemagic Events, the celebration featured engaging panel discussions on the future of fashion, a Best Dressed Contest with cash prizes, and surprise giveaways including flight tickets from Enugu Air, courtesy of Commissioner for Transport Obi Ozor.
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Held at the Amadeo Event Centre Main Hall and broadcast live on AFIA TV (DSTV & GOTV), the event attracted a diverse audience that included industry stakeholders, fashion lovers, and high-profile figures such as Emeka Mba (AFIA TV CEO), Ugochi Madueke (Commissioner for Tourism), and Patrick Nwabueze Ubru (Commissioner for Agriculture). Its growing reputation continues to draw designers and audiences from across Nigeria, establishing the experience as a cornerstone of the region’s cultural calendar.
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The leadership of Oarhe Ohis Kelvin and Dr. Kachi Ugwa has been instrumental in transforming the Coal City Fashion Experience into a major platform for creativity, entrepreneurship, and style. With each edition, it further cements Enugu’s reputation as a thriving hub for fashion and entertainment in Nigeria.
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This year’s edition closed with a strong message: Enugu is not just watching the fashion scene—it’s shaping it.
