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  • Rihanna Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary of ‘Anti’ Album

    Rihanna Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary of ‘Anti’ Album

    Rihanna is marking a decade since the release of Anti, with the 2016 album reportedly hitting fresh RIAA milestones this week.

    Fans have revived Anti-era favorites on TikTok and Instagram, while renewed anniversary attention has reignited speculation about her long-awaited next album.

    The moment also highlights Rihanna’s evolution from pop star to cultural mogul, with Anti serving as the last full studio project before her major Fenty era expansion.

    Echotitbits take: Anti aging this well is the definition of a classic. Rihanna has mastered scarcity as strategy: the music keeps streaming, the brand keeps growing, and fans keep begging—an ecosystem that still centers her even without new albums.

    Source: People – https://people.com/rihanna-celebrates-10-year-anniversary-of-anti-11895086 2026-01-29
    Photo Credit: People

  • Fur, lace and straight-leg denim: the style signals already shaping 2026

    Fur, lace and straight-leg denim: the style signals already shaping 2026

    An edit published by Pulse Nigeria flags fur textures, lace detailing, and straight-leg jeans as early trend markers for 2026—positioning them as wear-now pieces set to dominate mood boards and high-street drops.

    The piece describes how runway influence becomes everyday styling via retail brands and celebrity adoption, especially when big names wear the looks in high-visibility moments.

    It’s trend forecasting rather than a single event, but the strongest forecasts usually align across multiple fashion authorities.

    Two additional public references echoed the same development:

    Vogue UK (Fashion outlet): “Classic straight-leg jeans” (link)

    Harper’s Bazaar (Fashion outlet): “Layer your fur…” (link)

    Nigeria’s fashion scene often absorbs global aesthetics through celebrities first, then retail. If fur/lace/straight-leg denim becomes the new default, expect Lagos boutiques and stylists to translate it into heat-friendly looks. Watch for red-carpet confirmations and local designer interpretations.

    Source: Pulse Nigeria — 06 January 2026 — https://www.pulse.ng/story/biggest-fashion-trends-2026-2026010605121101212

    Source: Pulse Nigeria 2026-01-06
    Photo Credit: Pulse Nigeria

  • Vanessa Bryant Celebrates ‘Year of the Horse’ with Cowgirl-Themed Family Shoot

    Vanessa Bryant Celebrates ‘Year of the Horse’ with Cowgirl-Themed Family Shoot

    According to a lifestyle feature by Sports Illustrated, Vanessa Bryant and her daughters rang in the new year with a stylish ‘Year of the Horse’ cowgirl photoshoot. The images, shared with her millions of followers, show the Bryant family in matching Western attire, continuing their tradition of honoring cultural milestones with high-fashion family portraits.

    The shoot has been praised for its elegance and the visible bond between Vanessa and her daughters, Natalia, Bianka, and Capri. Since the passing of Kobe Bryant, Vanessa has been lauded for her resilience and her ability to maintain the ‘Mamba’ legacy while creating new, joyful memories for her children.

    Validating coverage from People Magazine and Entertainment Tonight highlights the family’s enduring influence. People noted that ‘Vanessa goes full cowgirl in a heartwarming tribute,’ while ET quoted a fan comment: ‘The Bryant girls are growing up with so much grace and style.’

    Echotitbits take: Vanessa Bryant has successfully transitioned from ‘NBA Wife’ to a global lifestyle icon and philanthropist. These curated family moments serve as a masterclass in brand management—keeping the Kobe legacy alive through positivity rather than just mourning. Expect ‘Western-Chic’ to see a significant spike in trending fashion searches following this post.
    Source: Hola – https://www.hola.com/us/celebrities/20260102875739/vanessa-bryant-first-family-photo-2026-cowgirl-style/January 1, 2026
    Photo Credit: Hola

  • Kylie Jenner’s gold-bikini New Year Stories light up the style cycle again

    Kylie Jenner’s gold-bikini New Year Stories light up the style cycle again

    According to People, Kylie Jenner welcomed 2026 with poolside Instagram Stories featuring a gold metallic bikini and a noticeable jewelry detail.

    The clips quickly bounced from Stories to headline coverage, turning a casual holiday post into another viral fashion moment.

    As usual, the reaction is split between admiration for the look and criticism of ‘influencer culture’ dominance.

    • TMZ/Yahoo Entertainment (recap): ““Rings in New Year… out of gold bikini.””
    • AOL repost (summary): ““a series of Instagram Stories… by a pool.””

    Echotitbits take: Kardashian-Jenner posts often function like mini campaigns—even when they look casual. Watch for brand linkages, product tags, or follow-up posts that convert attention into business.

    Source: People — Jan 2, 2026 — https://people.com/kylie-jenner-rings-in-2026-with-busty-gold-metallic-bikini-11878663

    People
    Jan 2, 2026
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  • Ciara calls Lagos Fashion Week a top highlight of her year

    Ciara calls Lagos Fashion Week a top highlight of her year

    2026-01-01 09:20:00

    In a reel shared by @ciara, she wrote that one of her biggest highlights of the year was Lagos Fashion Week while recapping her Lagos visit and runway moment.

    She mentioned walking in a show, visiting the trading floor with the governor, and meeting Nigerian designers—framing the trip as both fashion and cultural immersion.

    • Guardian (Nigeria): “One of my highlights of the year was Lagos Fashion Week!”
    • Ciara (Facebook): “One of my highlights of the year was Lagos Fashion Week!”

    Echotitbits take: International stars endorsing LagosFW is market signaling for designers, sponsors, and tourism. Watch for follow-on collaborations (campaigns, capsule collections) and whether more global names show up next season.

    Source: Guardian Life — December 31, 2025 — https://guardian.ng/life/style/lagos-fashion-week-was-one-of-my-highlights-of-2025-ciara/

    Guardian Life
    December 31, 2025
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  • Ciara names Lagos Fashion Week a 2025 highlight as Nigeria’s fashion influence spreads

    Ciara names Lagos Fashion Week a 2025 highlight as Nigeria’s fashion influence spreads

    2025-12-31 15:46:00

    In a caption shared by Ciara, the singer described Lagos Fashion Week as one of her standout moments of the year, reflecting on walking in a show and engaging Nigeria’s creative scene.

    Guardian reports she also referenced visiting the Trading Room Floor and meeting local designers—framing the trip as both cultural and professional.

    • Guardian Life (Guardian.ng): “One of my highlights of the year was Lagos Fashion Week!”
    • QED.NG (QED.ng): “One of my highlights of the year was Lagos Fashion Week!”

    Echotitbits take: Big-name global validation boosts Lagos Fashion Week’s export value—more brand partnerships, more fashion tourism, and stronger leverage for Nigerian designers negotiating international visibility and pricing power.

    Source: Guardian — 2025-12-31 — https://guardian.ng/life/style/lagos-fashion-week-was-one-of-my-highlights-of-2025-ciara/

    Guardian
    2025-12-31
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  • Christmas 2025: Nigerian Celebs Flood Social Media With Family Portraits

    Christmas 2025: Nigerian Celebs Flood Social Media With Family Portraits

    Photo Credit: Vanguard

    2025-12-25 08:00:00

    According to Vanguard, Nigerian celebrities flooded Christmas Day with family portraits—matching outfits, coordinated styling, and carefully staged ‘home’ aesthetics.

    The posts also function as influence assets: fashion tags, glam teams, and subtle brand alignment packaged as holiday joy.

    • The Guardian (website): “Christmas 2025: Nigerian Celebrities Share Heartwarming Family Portraits.”
    • Punch Newspapers — Facebook: “Christmas 2025: Nigerian celebrities share heartwarming family portraits.”

    Echotitbits take: Holiday portraits are now reputation maintenance and marketing in one. Watch which stars dominate engagement, which couples trend for the right reasons, and which brands move fast to turn festive content into post-holiday deals.

    Source: Vanguard — Dec 25, 2025 — https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/12/christmas-2025-nigerian-celebrities-share-heartwarming-family-portraits/

    Vanguard
    2025-12-25

  • Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams Tapped to Co-Chair the 2026 Met Gala

    Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams Tapped to Co-Chair the 2026 Met Gala

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art / Costume Institute (press image page)
    2025-12-10 09:00:00

    According to Vogue, the Met Gala’s 2026 edition will be co-chaired by Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams alongside Anna Wintour, setting up another star-powered night for fashion’s biggest fundraiser.

    The announcement also teased the next spring’s Costume Institute show, with the gala expected to continue its role as both a cultural spectacle and a major driver of museum funding.

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art stated: “Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour will co-chair The Costume Institute Benefit.”

    The Guardian similarly reported: “Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams will serve as co-chairs of the 2026 Met Gala.”

    Analysis/Echotitbits take: Expect weeks of brand negotiations, designer alignments and theme speculation. Watch for how the exhibition concept shapes red-carpet styling—and which celebrities get “moment” looks that dominate social feeds.

    Source: Vogue — Dec 10, 2025 — https://www.vogue.com/article/met-gala-2026-co-chairs-exhibition-theme-announcement