There are power suits. And then there’s Sarah Jakes Roberts in Lisa Folawiyo, casually reminding us that Nigerian craftsmanship and Black woman elegance are not up for debate.
Showing up in a custom Akwete-inspired two-piece by the Lagos-based designer, Sarah didn’t just wear a look—she embodied one. The navy-and-black striped suit gave strong, intentional energy without yelling for attention. It’s the kind of look that walks in and everyone suddenly wants to sit up straighter.
The stripes were doing quiet things—navy, black, and grey playing nice in a vertical rhythm that made the tailoring feel both clean and dimensional. But then? You notice the fringe. The beading. The slow, deliberate shimmer of detail around the sleeves and blazer hem. The kind of subtle luxury that whispers “wealth,” not “rented.”
And the trousers? No notes. Same striped palette, same cool confidence. She styled it with a simple black top featuring the tiniest neckline cut-out—just enough to let the look breathe, just enough to say “I’m still fun.”
Hair: sleek. Bangs: snatched. Skin: glowing like she just stepped out of a divine appointment. Honestly, if sermon drip were a real category, Sarah Jakes Roberts would be holding the blueprint.
Lisa Folawiyo’s touch is all over this: traditional roots, modern execution, and the ability to make fringe feel boardroom-appropriate without losing its celebratory energy.
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