Fashion awards are rarely about the clothes; they are about presence, consistency, and the ability to dictate style conversations.

At the Nigerian Fashion Style Awards held on September 15, 2019, where designers, stylists, and creatives gathered to celebrate innovation and craftsmanship, Ola Folami, the visionary behind Olarsgrace, walked away with one of the night’s most coveted titles: “Best Women’s Wear Designer.”

For those who have followed Olarsgrace’s trajectory, this win was hardly a surprise. The brand’s mastery of bold patterns, structured tailoring, and power dressing creative direction have made it a standout, both within Nigeria’s fashion circuit and beyond.

Ola Folami’s winning collection was a two-piece ensemble that rejected the safe, expected approach to tailoring. The Grace collection, released earlier in the year, fused distinct proportions with fluidity instead of following the predictable lines of a blazer and trouser set. The pieces featured bold, high-contrast hues, reinforcing Olarsgrace’s identity as a brand that thrives on unapologetic vibrancy.

The combination of deep jewel tones across the pieces and the collection created a sophisticated and daring ring to the collection’s display. What stood out the most was Folami’s grasp of proportion. Every dart, seam and cut had a purpose, and every element was intentional.

It is one thing to design powerful clothing; it is another to embody it. At the award ceremony, Ola Folami arrived wearing a custom Olarsgrace ensemble – a look that echoed the same principles that made her winning collection a success.

Her outfit was a fusion of structure and fluidity, featuring a tailored off-shoulder top with an asymmetric hem and then paired with a slim-fit trouser. Winning the Best Women’s Wear Designer at the Nigerian Fashion Style Awards is more than just an industry nod; it is an acknowledgement that Ola Folami is not just another designer in the crowd – she is shaping the conversation on modern womenswear.