African Fashion Designer Award 2026 Model Casting in Lagos: Date, Venue, Requirements and Preparation Guide
African Fashion Designer Award has announced a model casting for Fashion Essence 2026.
The casting is for models who want to be part of the African fashion space and present themselves for a fashion-focused runway opportunity.
This update is shared as a DXC Model Network casting guide for aspiring and working models who may be interested in attending the casting.
Important Notice
DXC Models is not the organizer of African Fashion Designer Award 2026.
Models interested in applying or attending should confirm all details directly through the official African Fashion Designer Award channels before making travel, payment, accommodation, or attendance decisions.
African Fashion Designer Award 2026 Model Casting Details
Event: African Fashion Designer Award
Edition/Theme: Fashion Essence 2026
Casting: Model Casting
City: Lagos, Nigeria
Date: 19 September 2026
Time: 10AM – 1PM
Venue: The Fit Fitness Studio, Bannex Mall, Lekki
Female Requirement: 5’9 and above
Male Requirement: 6ft and above
Official Website: www.africanfashiondesigneraward.com
Official Handle: @afdaward
The official casting flyer carries the message “Be the Face of African Fashion” and “The Search Continues.”
Models interested in attending should confirm all official details through the African Fashion Designer Award website or official social media pages before the casting date.
Why This Casting Matters
Fashion casting opportunities like this can be important for models who want to build runway experience, improve visibility and connect with fashion industry professionals.
A platform connected to African fashion gives models the chance to present themselves in front of people who may be connected to design, styling, production, photography, fashion shows and creative direction.
However, models should understand that casting opportunities require more than interest.
This kind of opportunity tests:
- Confidence
- Height suitability
- Runway walk
- Posture
- Grooming
- Body movement
- Communication
- Professional attitude
- Ability to follow instructions
A model can have a strong look but still miss an opportunity because of poor preparation, weak walk, poor grooming, lateness, bad communication or unprofessional behavior.
Height Requirements for This Casting
According to the official flyer, the height requirements are:
- Female models: 5’9 and above
- Male models: 6ft and above
Models should be honest about their height and measurements when attending or applying for casting opportunities.
Giving wrong measurements can affect trust and may reduce a model’s chances when the casting team checks physically.
What Models Should Prepare Before Attending
Models interested in the African Fashion Designer Award 2026 model casting should prepare properly.
Important things to have ready include:
- Clean polaroids
- Recent headshot
- Full-body picture
- Correct height
- Updated measurements
- Simple fitted outfit
- Neat grooming
- Basic runway walk
- Good posture
- Clear self-introduction
- Professional attitude
- Ability to follow instructions
Models should also prepare mentally. A casting is not the place to look confused, unready or unserious.
What to Wear to the Casting
For a runway casting, simple is usually better.
Models should wear something clean, fitted and professional. The outfit should allow the casting team to clearly see the model’s height, body structure, posture, movement and runway presence.
Avoid:
- Loud prints
- Heavy accessories
- Oversized clothing
- Dramatic makeup
- Complicated styling
- Outfits that hide your frame
The goal is not to dress like you are already on the runway.
The goal is to present yourself clearly so the casting team can assess your look, walk, frame, body movement and confidence.
What Models Should Avoid
Models should avoid attending with old pictures, blurry pictures, heavily edited images or photos that no longer represent their current look.
Models should also avoid poor communication.
If you are reaching out to the organizers, keep your message simple and professional. Include your name, age, location, height, modeling category and recent pictures if requested.
Do not pay random individuals who claim they can guarantee selection. Always confirm information through the official African Fashion Designer Award website, official handle or official contact channels.
For Models Attending the Lagos Casting
If you are attending the casting at The Fit Fitness Studio, Bannex Mall, Lekki, plan properly before the day.
Before attending:
- Confirm the official date, venue and time.
- Use only official African Fashion Designer Award information.
- Arrive early.
- Dress simply and professionally.
- Prepare your pictures and measurements.
- Inform someone you trust about your movement.
- Do not attend based on unverified information.
- Do not pay random individuals claiming to guarantee selection.
Your preparation and safety matter.
External Casting Safety Reminder
DXC Models encourages aspiring models to explore credible opportunities, but models must also be careful.
Always remember:
- Verify casting information.
- Use official links and contacts.
- Avoid sending sensitive personal information to unknown people.
- Do not attend suspicious private meetings.
- Do not pay anyone who cannot prove official involvement.
- Keep your communication professional.
Casting opportunities are important, but your safety and professionalism matter first.
DXC Model Reminder
Opportunities like African Fashion Designer Award 2026 show why preparation is important.
A serious model should not wait until a casting is announced before learning how to walk, pose, take polaroids, communicate or present themselves professionally.
Preparation should happen before opportunity comes.
Models who want to be taken seriously must treat development seriously.
Explore more casting tips, model preparation guides and industry updates on the DXC Model Network.
