Liquorose Appears With A Statement At The Headies Awards
Ex-Big Brother Naija housemate Liquorose turned heads on the red carpet at the 17th Headies Awards on April 27, 2025, in a dramatic, androgynous Prudential Atelier creation that stunningly wed strength and sensuality. Elongated shoulders, flowing robes, molded corset, and confrontational cultural embellishments were united with a fearless challenge to gender lines and a declaration of duality. An outfit created by designer Prudent Gabriel.
Androgyny Challenges African Monarchy
Liquorose’s appearance was fantasy in and of itself—battlesome, billowy shoulders evoked armor, while flowing, panelled hemlines trailed behind like a monarchic train. Her black-and-white palette amounted to harmony—light against dark, soft against hard—defying traditional boundaries in one bold declaration. Her molded corset contributed rigor and sensuality, demonstrating sensitivity and strength can be distributed equally across a single frame.
Sharp Shoulders, Soft Heart
- Structured shoulders: A tribute to solid silhouettes typically reserved for menswear, reimagined in the context of an African couture collection.
- Panels that flowed: Soft, almost liquid to move—contrasting with stiffness of shoulders to create dynamic tension.
- Corset detail: The nipped-in waist provided a touch of retro femininity and rounded out the otherwise harsh lines.
Cultural Flair and Futuristic Vision
Liquorose finished off her outfit with a sculptural headpiece and statement earrings inspired by traditional African motifs. The styling was a reminder to everyone walking by that futurism in fashion does not have to abandon its heritage; rather, it can support it. This convergence of old and new spoke volumes to the Headies’ celebration of contemporary African ingenuity.
Accessories as Statements
- Headpiece: Modern interpretation of tribal crowns—declaring cultural pride and individual independence.
- Earrings: Geometric, large designs evoking African metalwork heritage, but with avant-garde flair.
Unapologetically African—Redefined
The Headies’ “Unapologetically African” theme called for unapologetic identity statements. Liquorose answered back with an androgynous fantasy that wouldn’t be confined to a box. In so doing, she not only honored her heritage but also pushed the limits of what African red-carpet glamour is.
