Hazel Grace Styles stepped onto the polished floor of the British Council in Port Harcourt on the evening of 30 November 2025, as guests gathered for a highly anticipated fashion showcase celebrating her tenth year in the industry.
The event, themed “Wedding,” marked a major milestone for the designer and featured a special collaboration with QIB Production in honour of her decade-long journey. What began in a small studio ten years ago unfolded into a full-scale creative experience witnessed by friends, supporters, and industry colleagues.
The venue, styled in soft ivory tones with bold accents drawn from Hazel’s signature palette, offered an atmosphere that blended the intimacy of an art exhibit with the energy of a live runway.
A standout element of the evening was an interactive fashion drama that brought storytelling into the world of couture. The performance followed a bride-to-be navigating themes of love, loss, and self-discovery, with each stage of her journey represented through Hazel’s bespoke designs. Guests were invited to participate, stepping onto the stage, trying on select pieces, and contributing lines to the unfolding narrative.
The audience’s applause at the close of the show reflected not only appreciation for the craftsmanship but also admiration for the community that had supported Hazel Grace from her earliest sketches to this milestone showcase.
Following the final bow, Hazel acknowledged the support of longtime clients, fellow creatives, family, and friends who filled the hall with warm applause and encouragement. For the designer, the true reward of the evening was the shared stories, memories, and relationships built over the past decade.
The night concluded with champagne toasts and soft jazz, rounding off a celebration that highlighted Hazel Grace’s growth, impact, and the promise of many more creative chapters ahead.