Music and style? They’ve always been cousins. And when it comes to African music, the drip is as loud as the beat.
You can’t really separate Burna’s bold prints from his basslines, or Tyla’s Y2K glam from the way she slides across an amapiano rhythm.
African artists don’t just make songs—they set trends, shaping how we dress, accessorise, and even carry ourselves.
So let’s have some fun.
Imagine a group of friends at a party and someone says, “So, who’s the dopest African artist right now?” What follows? A hot debate, lots of hand gestures and belly laughs.
That’s the energy we’re bringing here. And the best part? Every style signature that comes up can be found right here on ADJOAA!
Burna Boy: Big Fashion Statements, Even Bigger Energy.
Burna doesn’t even try. He just is cool. Burna’s style is larger-than-life, just like his sound.
He leans into bold prints, flowing shirts left unbuttoned just enough to flex a necklace, trousers that move with him on stage, and accessories that announce him before he speaks.
To channel that, think maximalism with control.
Start with a statement piece: a patterned shirt from Cute-Saint, a pair of wide-leg trousers from AJABENG , or maybe a bold jacket from Boyedoe that feels like a walking mural.
Shop colourful patterned outfits from Cute Saint on Adjoaa
Shop stylish wide-legged pants from AJABENG on Adjoaa
Then add layers of accessories— DOLA’s gold chains and chunky rings, with Bôhten’s tinted sunglasses give you all you need to nail this look.
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Shop DOLA’s rings and accessories on Adjoaa
Add in MxDonna’s woven mules or sandals for that finishing touch of craftsmanship.
Burna dresses like he’s got nothing to prove—because he doesn’t. You can borrow that same vibe when you let your fashion carry the conversation for you!
Tyla: Effortless Y2K with African Spice
The South African superstar is Gen Z glamour personified.
She pulls from early 2000s nostalgia—think crop tops, baggy jeans, sparkly chokers—but makes it fresh, flirty, and futuristic.
Her style screams confidence while still feeling like something you could throw on to grab drinks with friends.
If you’re stealing her look, you want to be playful but polished. And Adjoaa’s got just what you need.
Boyedoe’s upcycled denim that leans into that relaxed Y2K vibe, and N.N.O’s strappy heels that make a night-out outfit pop.
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Shop N.N.O’s Party-ready strappy heels on Adjoaa
Accessories are the cheat code here: hoop earrings, sparkly hair clips, layered necklaces that shine when the light hits.
Mairachamp and Margaux Wong on ADJOAA bring that sparkle-meets-substance energy - pieces that make you feel like you’re both on a music video set and casually walking through Joburg on a Friday night.
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And the trick with Tyla’s style? Don’t overthink it. She looks like she’s having fun, and that’s the real power move.
Amaarae: The Futuristic Rebel
Amaarae? She’s in her own lane. Period.
The Accra-born star has turned androgynous, boundary-breaking fashion into an art form.
Neon buzzcuts, leather pants, tiny tanks, oversized sunnies—you can’t pin her down, and that’s the whole point. She experiments, she shocks, and somehow it always looks intentional.
To dress like Amaarae, lean into boldness. Mix hard and soft: structured accessories with delicate ones, gender-fluid pieces, metallics and leathers.
On ADJOAA, you’ll find AGA Culture’s fluid tailoring, Abiola Olusola’s edgy cuts, and sculptural bags from Marté Egele that thrive on contrast!
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She’s the type to throw on a XITA statement piece with futuristic shades from Bôhten, and it just works. The trick is contrast. She’ll wear oversized pants with a cropped top, chunky boots with thin gold chains.
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On ADJOAA, you’ll find statement earrings, sculptural belts, and edgy bags that help you channel that same “don’t box me in” energy.
Amaarae’s style is a reminder: fashion is supposed to be play, not prison.
Black Sherif: Street Poet in Layers
Sherif dresses like the streets raised him and that’s because they did.
The Ghanaian phenom blends rugged streetwear with unexpected poetic flair. Oversized hoodies, layered shirts, distressed denim, sneakers that look like they’ve lived life—his style is about authenticity, not polish.
Accessories? Think functional with edge. Beaded bracelets, crossbody bags slung low, caps pulled just right, rings that look like they’ve seen some things.
On ADJOAA, brands like Chalé Socks give that perfect finishing touch—bright, patterned socks that peek out between jeans and sneakers, adding personality without trying too hard.
Pair them with a Gaea Lumi hat, or a cool jacket from Cute-Saint, and suddenly you’ve got Sherif’s mix of practicality and poetry. His look says, “I’m from the street, but the street is global now.”
Shop Gaea Lumi’s hats and accessories on Adjoaa
Shop Cute Saint’s jackets and other products on Adjoaa
Wizkid: The King of Subtle Luxury
And then, the argument always ends with Wizkid. Because Wizkid isn’t loud—he’s smooth.
He’s the guy who shows up in a white tee, slim trousers, loafers, and still looks like the richest man in the room.
His accessories whisper luxury: slim gold chains, dark designer shades, clean leather bags. Minimalism, but with money.
To channel Wizkid’s vibe, think less is more. You don’t need twenty rings—just one, but make it count.
For clothing, look to Atto Tetteh for that clean tailoring and Joseph Ejiro for refined staples that transition seamlessly from day to night.
A slim structured bag from O’Eclat, maybe a gold bracelet from Ile-Ife. And that’s it.
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Shop Joseph Ejiro’s collection on Adjoaa
Shop O’Eclat’s bag and accessories on Adjoaa
No fuss, no flash, just elegance that feels effortless. Wizkid is proof that restraint can be its own flex.
Honourable Mentions
Odumodublvck in His GAEA LUMI Era
Few artists wear culture like Odumodublvck. His now-iconic Okpu Agu hat by GAEA LUMI captures everything his music embodies : bold, rooted, and unmistakably Nigerian.
Crafted from sustainable materials and hand-crocheted with precision, the piece bridges streetwear and heritage in the most authentic way.
It’s a reminder that African fashion is creating trends and not just following them.
DJ Cuppy: African Fashion Meets Royalty
When DJ Cuppy met King Charles as the international ambassador for the King’s Trust, she carried Africa with her.
Radiant in a pink buba and skirt set, with cultural accessories that balanced tradition and modern grace.
The look echoed the refined craftsmanship seen in brands like Cute-Saint, Atuche, M.O.T. The Label, among others on ADJOAA who prove that African fashion belongs in every royal room.
So, Who’s the Dopest?
At this point in the debate, everyone’s laughing, because the truth is—you can’t really crown one.
Burna brings the drama, Tyla the playfulness, Amaarae the rebellion, Sherif the grit, and Wizkid the suave.
Together, they’re shaping not just how Africa sounds, but how it looks.
The good news? You don’t have to pick sides. On ADJOAA, you can dip into all their worlds: one day bold prints and statement jewellery, the next subtle leather and sleek sunnies.
Accessories, bags, jewellery, and footwear all curated to let you channel whichever “era” you’re in, because why choose between your faves when you can borrow a little drip from all of them?
So, tell us, whose style are you stealing first?
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