When Lagos calls, even supermodels answer — and they do it in style.

During her visit to Nigeria for the E1 Series race — the first-ever hosted in Africa — international model Maria Borges turned the city into her personal runway. Styled by creative curator Jahn Affah, Borges’ Lagos debut became a visual story about African luxury, slow fashion, and cultural pride — three things that don’t just coexist, but complement one another beautifully.

Affah’s styling wasn’t about excess; it was about essence. Each look — from the rich prints of Kilentar to the satin sophistication of Banke Kuku — was chosen to reflect the quiet confidence of contemporary African design. With AKANO Diamonds completing the vision, Borges’ looks weren’t simply outfits; they were proof that “Made in Africa” and “luxury” belong in the same sentence.

The styling painted a portrait of Lagos that’s both modern and rooted — where glamour feels local, intentional, and powerfully self-defined.

In a world obsessed with speed, this was a masterclass in slow fashion that moves fast.

See the looks below.