Lagos is gearing up to host one of the continent’s biggest fashion gatherings as the African Pashione Show 2025 takes centre stage on December 12 and 13.
Organisers of the two-day event say it will go beyond the runway to spotlight Africa’s fashion identity and promote collaboration among designers, models, and industry stakeholders.
Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Pashione, Michael Fasere said the show is designed as a cultural movement that combines creativity with opportunity.
“Our mission is to give Africa’s finest designers, models, and creatives a global platform. This event is about celebrating the richness of African fashion and opening doors for growth and international recognition,” he said.
The 2025 edition in Lagos will feature runway showcases, exhibitions, networking sessions, and cultural activities.
According to the organisers, each collection on display will tell African stories through fabric and design while projecting the continent’s influence on global fashion trends.
Explaining why Lagos was chosen as host city, Fasere described it as Africa’s “fashion heartbeat” with the vibrancy and diversity needed for a show of this scale.
Beyond fashion, the event is expected to create opportunities for mentorship, partnerships, and investments that will strengthen the continent’s creative economy.
Fasere, a tech entrepreneur, launched Pashione in 2022 after a 20-year career in cybersecurity. The social commerce platform connects African designers to global markets and promotes cultural heritage through fashion.
The African Pashione Show 2025 is already being positioned as a major addition to the international fashion calendar.
