Bayo Adegbe | CEO/Modela Couture

Bayo Adegbe | CEO/Modela Couture
Born in lagos, Nigeria and graduated from Sciences at the Lagos state University. Bayo is a model cum Modeling Instructor, Scout, Agent/Manager, Make-up Artist, show Choreographer and Designer. Although he studied sciences, he has been a frontline Modeling Agent and Make-up Artist, trained over sixty percent of the fashion Models in Nigeria. Though he intended to be a Medical doctor, his creative side has always triumphed, he has designed costumes for beauty contestants, models etc. over the years. He believes that the good physique of a model is a good inspiration for a good design. Bayo studied Fashion at Nobel training institute between 1996 and 1997 in order to learn the basics of professional cut and sew, Obtained a diploma in modeling/model management from Fawaz Training institute, State Make-up and wardrobe at ITPAN Training Institute, Gbagada, Lagos. Self-Sponsored Modela Agency/Couture Fashion started in 2001 with about sixty models. He established Modela Couture as a business in 2004 after winning Nigeria Designer of the year contest at the first attempt. He is awarded by several international magazine and local magazine as one of the most original and creative new African designer with unbelievable detail. He is the benchmark Nigerian Haute couture designs and inspiration to other couture design.

Wednesday 23 February 2011

MTN AFRICAN GALA NITE | TRANSCORP HILTON,ABUJA

L-R :Zack Orji,Alex Osifo,Tonu Umez,Modela.

Top Movie stars from NOLLYWOOD  converged at the prestigious Transcorp Hilton,Abuja to celebrate top Fashion Designer,Bayo Adegbe aka Modela.

Modela, in his traditional African apparel flaunts his various collections from his stable.Most of his collections displayed were his most recent designs.
Tony Umez showcasing Modela's collection.

The event was sponsored by MTN.
Top government official were also present at the colorful event which story will remain on the lips of many.
MTN African gala nite was put in place to appreciate the crafts of designers from all parts of Africa.



Alex Osifo showcasing Modela's collection.


Mr.Ibu and a movie star.