Some trends take turns, others retire quietly — but black? Black never leaves the chat. Whether it’s dinner, date night, or that “dress code: glam” invite you’ve been avoiding, the color remains undefeated. And Dede just reminded us why.

Her recent look is a masterclass in timeless drama — a black velvet gown that doesn’t whisper elegance, it owns it. Off-shoulder neckline, sweetheart cut, and a mermaid silhouette that moves like confidence personified. It’s the kind of dress that says, “I didn’t overthink this,” but somehow feels like it was made for the spotlight.

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The fabric alone — velvet — deserves its own applause. It takes the depth of black and turns it into something textured, cinematic, and quietly luxurious. You can almost hear the faint gasp of approval when she walks in. Because this isn’t your regular black; this is event black.

And then, the details: the thigh-high slit keeping the look grounded in the now, the sleek low bun pulling the attention upward, and that diamond choker glinting just enough under the light. A metallic clutch adds the final touch — a soft glimmer against all that depth.

Dede
Dede
Dede

Credit: Dede Ashiogwu/Instagram

Dede’s all-black moment is proof that fashion’s loudest statement can come from its quietest color. Trends will fade, prints will pass, but black? Black always finds a way to look new again.


Take notes from Dede’s playbook — the next time you’re in doubt, go black. Not basic, not boring, just timeless.

Author

Daniel Usidamen is Fashion Editor & Chief Critic at La Mode Magazine. Known for his sharp takes and unapologetic voice, he writes about runway moments, rising African designers, and the cultural pulse of fashion on the continent. Expect insight, a little sass, and zero filter.

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