If you’re an avid watcher of Nigerian TV or just like me, you like to hop from blog to blog in search of entertainment or fashion inspiration, then you’ve definitely come across the uber-stylish TV presenter, Mimi Onalaja.
Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin
Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
Mimi popped up on our radar when she started hosting VVIP events on Mo Abudu’s EbonyLife. The lifestyle and events coverage show ensured that Mimi was a regular fixture at all the top events in Lagos – which translates to a ton of red carpet looks. While most presenters start out trying to figure out their style in the public eye with more fails than passes, Mimi’s confidence and intuition made her an instant style dominator and fashion fave.
A huge supporter of the Nigerian fashion movement, Mimi has been known to rock Nigerian designers both on and off duty, telling Vanguard Allure, “Everyone knows I love my Fablane by Derin! I’m also totally in love with Lanre Da Silva Ajayi, Tubo, Andrea Iyamah & Sisiano and for everyday, My T5s, Ms Beefab, and Ayaba have my heart. I could go on and on, to be honest”.
One name that stands out from her long list of Nigerian designers is SV fave, Fablane by Derin. Everyone who follows Mimi’s impeccable style either on the red carpet, blogs or her carefully curated Instagram page, already knows about her love for Fablane. Just like her famous stylish friend, Ini Dima-Okojie, Mimi and Fablane have jointly created fashion moments that we doubt we’re going to forget anytime soon.
Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin
Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
It doesn’t matter if she’s grabbing lunch with the squad, enjoying Lagos nightlife, attending a family event in Ogun state or standing in front of a camera with her show face on, 80 percent of the time, our girl is in a piece from Fablane by Derin.
Both designer and star are actually best buddies who vacation together, #Jealous #INeedNewFriends. Derin clearly understands what works for the upcoming actress and TV host. From bold statement-making yellows and whites to intricately structured print dresses, they always leave us begging for more looks.
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Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
Mimi Onalaja in Fablane by Derin Source: Instagram/MimiOnalaja
Designer & Muse: Mimi Onalaja and Fablane by Derin Make for a Perfect Fashion Symphony If you're an avid watcher of Nigerian TV or just like me, you like to hop from blog to blog in search of entertainment or fashion inspiration, then you've definitely come across the uber-stylish TV presenter, Mimi Onalaja.