GTCO Fashion Weekend 2023 ended with stunning runway presentations, a vibrant fashion shopping experience, captivating street-style exhibits and insightful style masterclasses.
The event held on November 11 – 12, 2023, at GTCentre in Oniru Lagos was hosted by Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc and has established itself as a must-attend event for fashionistas worldwide.
A host of leading and rising designers from various cities across Africa and the globe trooped in to experience the phenomenal event as well as showcase their impeccable collections.
Hundreds of local fashion businesses have positioned themselves in the spotlight by participating in this year’s edition, which provided good opportunities to break into new markets.
In addition, renowned fashion professionals hosted a series of masterclasses that taught crucial skills for creating and maintaining successful fashion labels.
During the master class held on day 1 of the event, Sergio Hudson, a renowned American fashion designer, highlighted the core of achieving one’s dream as an entrepreneur in the creative space of fashion.
In his words: “If you did not have designer you will not have fashion magazine, you will not have any style to show, therefore you need to love and have passion for the fashion business in order to work things out.”
The Day 1 masterclass ended with insightful notes on building a successful career in the fashion space. The evening started with various stunning runway looks from some of Africa’s most acclaimed designers and top international labels.