Stephen Tayo and Gabriella Norberg embarked on a journey through the streets of Lagos, discovering a tapestry of creativity that pulsates through the city’s veins. Inside the Africa’s artistic renaissance, they are uncovering a world where tradition dances harmoniously with challenge, and where bold visions take flight amidst the bustling rhythm of everyday life. Through the lens of Stephen, the electrifying energy exuded by the talented team and the essence of a vibrant and unstoppable spirit. Witness a kaleidoscope of boundless imagination, reminding us all that creativity knows no boundaries and that Africa’s artistic brilliance is an endless source of inspiration for the world.

Pleated silk dress with ruffle neckline ORIRÉ
Track pants KOLOR
Earrings BALOGUN MARKET
GIVENCHY leather mules (stylist’s own)
BLESSING:
Ribayi silk dress ABIOLA OLUSOLA
Oversized trousers ANN DEMEULEMEESTER
Earrings BALOGUN MARKET

Silk Blu top ORIRÉ
Deconstructed trousers KADIJU
Cowrie shell beads and crystal earrings FRUCHÉ

Pink bustier top KADIJU
Earrings BALOGUN MARKET

Cut-out shirt with feather details FRUCHÉ
Silk trousers PEPPERROW

Deconstructed leather top MOON YOUNG HEE
Deconstructed leather shorts MOON YOUNG HEE
Earrings BALOGUN MARKET
BLESSING:
Ivory shirt dress KADIJU
Earrings BALOGUN MARKET

Pleated silk dress with ruffle neckline ORIRÉ
Earrings BALOGUN MARKET

Sheer print top ORANGE CULTURE
Macrame hat ORANGE CULTURE
Platform loafers ORANGE CULTURE x KIINGDAVIIDS
Trousers ACNE STUDIOS

Embroidered silk shirt PEPPERROW
Silk trousers PEPPERROW
Studded loafers DALTIMORE
Sunglasses LINDA FARROW

Embroidered blazer EMMY KASBIT
Embroidered shorts EMMY KASBIT
Jewellery (stylist’s own)
JOSHUA:
Silk suit PEPPERROW
Macramé vest ORANGE CULTURE

Magenta shirt with back layering JZO
Trousers ORANGE CULTURE
Platform boots DALTIMORE

Knit robe with cowrie shell beads OSHOBOR
Knit shorts OSHOBOR

Adire print shirt JZO
Draped trousers JZO
Platform boots DALTIMORE
JOSHUA:
Print shirt DRIES VAN NOTEN
Cotton shorts DRIES VAN NOTEN
Studded loafers DALTIMORE

Denim wrap jacket ORANGE CULTURE
Recycled faux Leather mini bag ROMBAUT
Earrings BALOGUN MARKET
Photographer: STEPHEN TAYO
Stylist: GABRIELLA NORBERG
Makeup: JORDEANNA
Hair: OYEBANJI OPEYEMI
Models: ADAMU BULUS @ MyBooker Model Management, JOSHUA ADESOPE @ MyBooker Model Management, ABIGAIL BUMI ROBERT @ Boomy Tii Management, BLESSING ADEFEMI @ Fowler Models Management, DEBORAH AJIBOLA @ Mild Model Management
Logistics & Production: TOSIN
Photo Assistant: ADEMOLA GIWA
Stylist Assistant: ADE DOLAPO
Special thanks to Bogobiri House Ikoyi
This is an excerpt from an editorial published in the first issue of hube magazine. For the full experience, you can buy a copy here.