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In episode 14 of The BASIC Show, celebrity stylist and designer Ugo Mozie joins host Viktorija Pashuta to share his journey from Nigeria to Hollywood’s most influential red carpets, reflecting on a career that blends fashion with storytelling and cultural legacy. From styling icons like Diana Ross to creating Khaby Lame’s viral Met Gala clock look with BOSS and dressing Blue Ivy for the Cowboy Carter tour, Mozie reveals how fashion goes beyond aesthetics to shape identity, confidence, and narrative. He also introduces his upcoming brand Eleven Sixteen, a project rooted in redefining African luxury while supporting artisans in Lagos, Nigeria, weaving heritage into contemporary design. Beyond fashion, Mozie speaks on the importance of gratitude, faith, and adaptability—embracing AI as a creative tool rather than a threat—while emphasizing the need for diversification in today’s creative industries. Looking ahead, he shares his vision for filmmaking as a way to document untold African stories, making this episode a powerful conversation on resilience, purpose, and the lasting impact of culture-driven creativity.
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