GTCO Announces 9th Fashion Weekend For November 7 And 8 With Theme Fashion Is Timeless

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc has announced the ninth edition of its GTCO Fashion Weekend scheduled for November 7 and 8, 2026 in Lagos.

The event will hold at the GTCentre, Plot 1 Water Corporation Drive, Oniru, Lagos from 10am to 10pm daily. Entry is free for all attendees.

This year’s edition is themed Fashion Is Timeless and will celebrate fashion as a lasting expression of creativity, culture and identity. GTCO said the platform is part of its commitment to promoting enterprise and supporting the growth of Africa’s fashion industry.

According to the Group, the two-day event will give fashion entrepreneurs the opportunity to showcase their creativity, reach new customers and expand their businesses.

The weekend will feature masterclasses led by global voices in fashion and beauty including fashion entrepreneur, model and digital creator Sherlina Nym, Rachel Ojuromi and Renee Morris, founder of natural hair brand Uncle Funky’s Daughter, as well as a skincare masterclass by Buttah Skin.

The runway will showcase collections from designers across Africa and beyond. Designers billed for day one are Tongoro, FIA Factory, Ibrahim Fernandez, Washington Roberts, Maison Sara Chraibi and Imane Ayissi.

Day two will feature Sukeina, House of Marvee, Selam Fessahaye, Kim Shui, Ohlanna Bu Zikora and LaQuan Smith.

Beyond runway shows and masterclasses, guests will have access to 140 curated fashion retail stores offering stylish pieces at accessible prices. The event will also feature a dedicated Streetwear Hub to celebrate contemporary fashion and youth culture.

Speaking on the event, Group Chief Executive Officer of GTCO Plc, Mr Segun Agbaje said fashion is a powerful expression of creativity and culture and also an important driver of enterprise and economic opportunity.

He said over the past nine years, GTCO Fashion Weekend has become a platform where talent is discovered, knowledge is shared and businesses are connected to new markets.

Agbaje announced that this year the Group is introducing the GTCO Fashion Collective, a year-round platform that will connect designers, models, stylists, photographers, editors, buyers, content creators and the wider creative community beyond the Fashion Weekend.

He said the Fashion Collective is focused on shining a light on the people and businesses that power Africa’s fashion ecosystem by creating more opportunities for entrepreneurs to showcase their work, connect with customers and build sustainable businesses.

Since its inception, GTCO Fashion Weekend has grown into one of Africa’s leading consumer-focused fashion and enterprise platforms, bringing together designers, retailers, creatives, entrepreneurs and fashion enthusiasts.