For the Real Housewives of Lagos Season 3 Reunion, Mariam Adeyemi Timmer did not come to play—she came to conquer. Dressed like royalty reincarnated, this look is drama, opulence, and femininity all wrapped into one unapologetically loud statement.
The Dress
At first glance, you’re hit with that “wow” factor. The dress is a sculpted dream in lush lavender and regal purple—an absolutely daring choice that works. The bodice is corseted with a heart-shaped bustline made of rich purple beading, forming a structured and intricate centrepiece that draws the eye inward. The sheer panel under the bust? Risky—but done right. It gives illusion and just the right amount of tease without crossing into tacky.
Outfit: @anncranberry
Makeup: @kim_beautystudio
Then there’s that dramatic train and puffed sleeves—oh, the sleeves! They’re not for the faint-hearted. Made with what looks like glossy satin in a soft, radiant lilac, they give major haute couture vibes.
The gown’s body is beaded in this geometric fan-like pattern, almost like the inside of a seashell, flowing seamlessly into a waterfall of beading down the length. It cinches her waist and elongates her figure. Very flattering, very deliberate.
Hair & Makeup
Let’s talk glam. That sculpted high bun is slick, elegant, and doesn’t distract. Her makeup? Flawless. Brows snatched, eyes smoky with just enough shimmer, and the nude lip ties it all together. This is a woman who understands balance—let the dress talk, while the glam whispers.
Hairstylist: @abbeymattheworks
Photographer @toniegrapher
Accessories
She kept it classy with a diamond necklace and earrings, which work beautifully against the neckline. Nothing is overdone. She knows the gown is already speaking volumes.
Mariam gave us a fashion moment, not just an outfit. She came dressed like a queen at the Met Gala of Nigerian reality TV, and honestly, she nailed it. It’s not your everyday look, and it’s not supposed to be. This is what reunion fashion should feel like: intentional, regal, and fearless.
If we’re being completely honest? Some may say the sleeves are a bit much or the beading borders on costume-y—but isn’t that the point? This is Real Housewives, not a brunch date.
It’s a 9.5/10.
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