West African supermodel, actress, and social media powerhouse Fumi Desalu-Vold is set to make a rare public appearance at the maiden edition of Motherland by House of Estree, a vibrant cultural shopping experience taking place on Saturday, 27 June 2026, in Hartley Wintney, England.
The celebrated fashion personality will join Bola Obileye, founder of the luxury fashion hub House of Estree, for a special live audience recording of the Seriously Doughnuts podcast. The conversation, hosted by Bola and Abi, promises an intimate look at Fumi’s journey, anchored by her community’s favourite mantra: “What is Delayed is Not Denied.”
The event runs from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM at House of Estree, 350 Station Road, with the live podcast session kicking off at 3:00 PM. Entry is free, but spaces are limited and require advance registration.
Beyond the headline conversation, Motherland by House of Estree is a full-day celebration of African creativity, bringing together independent fashion designers, lifestyle vendors, and heritage art pieces under one roof. Attendees can shop exclusive runway-inspired collections, enjoy drinks and canapés from 4:00 PM, and connect with a community of diaspora tastemakers.
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Desalu-Vold made history in 1991 as the first-ever winner of the West Africa Super Model competition, a title that solidified her status as the definitive Nigerian-Gambian supermodel. Born in Moscow, Russia, to a Nigerian father and a Gambian mother, her historic win launched a major global modelling career that took her to elite runways across Paris, Milan, London, and New York.
Decades later, she has evolved into a celebrated digital creator, empowering women over 40 and 50 to dress with presence and confidence through her ageless style tutorials and viral fashion hacks.
Founder Obileye describes the fair as a cultural movement channelling the grand spirit of Nigeria’s Ojude Oba festival into the heart of England. With Desalu-Vold’s star power anchoring the day, the event is shaping up to be a must-attend date on London’s summer lifestyle calendar.
Registration is open now via Eventbrite.
