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Temi Ajibade just delivered a beauty moment worth bookmarking. While in Accra, the influencer stepped out with a set of sleek all-back cornrows that instantly caught attention the kind of hairstyle that puts your face fully on display.

Temi herself summed up the experience with a humorous observation: “My forehead gets bigger in Accra.” Whether that’s scientifically true or not is up for debate, but one thing is certain, the hairstyle looks incredible on her.

Temi Ajibade
A profile close-up of Temiloluwa Ajibade in Accra, showing her neat, back-braided cornrows, gold ribbed stud earrings, and a blue dalmatian-print collar.

The cornrows are tightly and neatly braided from the hairline straight to the back, with no loose strands and no soft framing pieces. It’s the type of style that removes every distraction, placing the focus squarely on the face. For Temi, that works beautifully. Her bone structure stands out, her brows frame her features effortlessly, and the minimal makeup, natural skin and a clean lip keeps everything polished yet understated.

Pulling off that level of simplicity is harder than it looks, but Temi manages it with ease.

The outfit in the photos complements the hairstyle just as well. She wears a white maxi coat dress covered in a blue dalmatian-style spot print, designed with a wide lapel collar, long sleeves and a self-tie belt loosely knotted at the waist. A front split opens from mid-thigh downward, revealing a vibrant yellow and pink printed mini dress layered underneath.

Temi Ajibade
Temi Ajibade

Her accessories keep things refined and minimal: black pointed-toe mules with a low block heel and delicate gold hoop earrings.

The setting adds another layer of visual interest. One set of photos is framed against a cobalt blue metal door, while another features an arched black wooden doorway both backdrops enhancing the clean lines and bold print of the outfit.

Temi Ajibade
A profile close-up of Temiloluwa Ajibade in Accra, showing her neat, back-braided cornrows, gold ribbed stud earrings, and a blue dalmatian-print collar. Photo Credit: Temiloluwa Ajibade/Instagram

Between the sleek cornrows, the playful printed dress and the striking backdrops, the entire series feels effortless yet thoughtfully styled.

Cornrows in Accra, a playful comment about a “bigger forehead,” and a look that has us saving every frame, Temi Ajibade clearly knows how to turn a simple beauty moment into style inspiration.

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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