December 4, 2024
Written By
WESH Staff
Mowalola's September runway show, titled Dirty Pop, was an electrifying exhibition that reaffirmed her status as one of the most exciting voices in contemporary fashion. Presented during London Fashion Week, the collection was an audacious celebration of chaos, beauty, and the transformative power of pop culture, with an edge that only Mowalola could bring.
The show opened with models strutting in bold, unapologetic pieces that married provocative cuts with the designer’s signature subversive attitude. The runway was an explosion of color, texture, and statement-making silhouettes that drew from various subcultures, from rave and club culture to the underground art scene. Each piece felt like a visual commentary on the intersection of freedom and rebellion.
Dirty Pop saw Mowalola push her vision further, blending streetwear sensibilities with high-fashion elements. Highlights included leather mini dresses adorned with graffiti-style embellishments, oversized denim pieces with intricate stitching, and body-con ensembles with cut-outs and raw, unfinished seams that gave a sense of edginess and spontaneity. The collection also featured standout accessories, such as chunky, sculptural jewelry and sky-high platform boots that solidified the show’s rebellious spirit.
What truly set Dirty Pop apart was its fearless use of materials and textures. The show mixed smooth, glossy leather with distressed, deconstructed denim and metallics that shimmered under the runway lights, creating a striking contrast. Mowalola’s distinct approach to genderless fashion was on full display, with silhouettes that transcended traditional boundaries and a bold color palette dominated by neon greens, hot pinks, and vivid purples.
