On the 3rd of June 2017, The MOSÉ Store, a premium beauty retail hub opened its doors to beauty connoisseurs at its flagship location at NELLE MALL, Lekki phase 1, Lagos.
Guests in attendance included: Oma Ehiri, Ini Dima-Okojie, Taje Prest, Derin Fabikun, Denola Grey, Bolanle Olukanni, Tayo Afolabi, Tewa Onasanya, Anita Brows, Makida Moka, Mo Chedda, Mo ashy, Sharon Oja, Abimbola Craig, Sisi Yemmie, Kaylah Oniwo, Nkem Onwudiwe, Rhoda Ebun, Dimma Umeh, Oge Agu, Eki Ogunbor, Chef Uzo, and many more.
The event began with a press conference hosting an impressive turnout of influencers, celebrities and well-wishers, elegantly dressed in premium African print clothing who came prepared to experience a day in Mosé Wonderland whilst having an African tea party. The guests were greeted by compere, Ify Igwe who introduced all to The Mosé Store brand.
The Creative Director of the Mosé Store, Nowe Alexis Isibor, began by speaking about her incredibly daunting yet rewarding journey that saw the inception and implementation of the Mosé store. Guests were shocked to know that the Mosé Store had been in existence for over two years.
Nowe Isibor
She said of her journey: “For a long time, the store was relatively empty, and no one was buying anything but I would come in unfailingly every day, so many people told me to close shop, count my loss and even operate solely online, but that was not an option for me…” Her resilience has finally paid off.
The Omonomosé-in-Chief is revolutionising beauty retail in Africa, by creating a world class beauty retail chain of stores housing specially curated African and International beauty brands.
This was then followed by a panel discussion consisting of skincare brand owners: Uzor Okonmah, Founder Midori wonders, Folasade Olagbaye, Founder Aralewá Skincare, Zephia Ovia, Founder/CEO Makariah Scrubs and Ore Runsewe, Founder Arami Essentials, who spoke about their experiences stocking with The Mosé Store and the importance of a good quality beauty retail space.
Mosé In house Makeup Artist/Beauty Blogger, Stephanie Ani (Pro Make Up Artistry) spoke about why she chose to partner with Mosé Brand, stating that she wanted a place that would feel like home and wanted her customers to get the continuous Stephanie Ani service they are accustomed to, she said the Mosé Store provided all that and more, especially since the store has a Mosé culture that is very Customer-centric.
Design Experts of The Mosé Store Ogonna Okafor; Principal Designer Fiona Phillips Design Studio spoke about how this was her first design job after Parsons School of Design in New York City, and how she was more than happy to join the Mosé team in creating a world class beauty retail space. She said Nowe had a clear vision for the Mosé Store, and it was based on that brief she implemented the Vision of the brand in its design aesthetics.
Renowned Industry Expert Dr Vivian Oputa, dermatologist, Medical Director DermaCare Medical Limited also spoke about the importance of skincare ,especially sunscreen, citing that it was one of the leading causes for premature aging and even cancer. She also spoke about how there were not enough quality beauty retail spaces with great customer service in Nigeria and the need for such spaces in the beauty industry.
Dr Vivian Oputa
On that note the press conference ended and Dr Vivian Oputa had the honor of officially declaring The Mosé Store open for business!
The Lagos beauty retailer boasts of a collection of over 80 beauty brands including Aralewà, Arami Essentials, Makariah Scrubs, R N R Luxury, Yanga Beauty, Kilienma, Natural Nigerian, Kaeme, HVS Beauty, Ewami Essentials,5th Sense Habitat, UBERCHIC VILLE, AWI Gluta C and Moringa Beauty line, Nuban Beauty, Lash Suite, My Lash Extentionz, LY Glam, Wura Naturals, ORÍKÌ; with an impressive catalogue of international favourites like Anastasia Beverly Hills, Nars, Laura Mercier, Cover fx, Got2b, Elf, Smashbox and so much more!
For organic lovers out there, you can also shop your favourite earth-loving and sensitive skin friendly beauty products like Aweni Organics, Organic Life Plus, Mo’s Essential oil, Midori wonders,Madamori Skincare and more.
Mosé wonderland is proudly supported by: EbonylifeTV, Pulse Nigeria, Genevieve Magazine, Zen Magazine Africa, Kamdora, Beauty Box Magazine, Arcadia Mobile TV, Media Room Hub, Tribe and Elan, Galaxy TV, Woman Like the Wind, The Luxury Reporters, Ms Asoebi, Asoebigirl, Asoebiafrica, Asoebibella, Yellow pawpaw pins, Kaeme, Aralewà, Ewami Essentials, Kilienma, Uber Chic Ville, Midori Wonders, Natural Nigerian, Organic life plus, Mo’s essential oils, Oríkì, Opal Luxe, The Beauty Precinct and Inspired by Beyou.
See photos from the event below
Mo Cheddah, Bolanle, Liz Osho, Nowe Isibor
Eki Ogunbor
Kaylah Oniwo
Oge Agu
Taje Prest
Sisi Yemmie
ColoursbyRay, T.alamode
Mo Ashy, stylist
Zephia and Denola Grey
Oma Ehiri, Sotectonic
Derin Fabikun, Ini Dima Okojie
Tina, 5th Sense Habitat
Panel discussion with Stephanie Ani, Nowe Isibor and Dr Vivian Oputa, compered by Ify Igwe
Elohor Aisien of Prive
