Matopeda’s M Print ensemble brings an avant-garde edge with its bold geometric motif and sculpted fit. The look above exemplifies the collection’s key features: a head-to-toe stretch mesh base printed with a repeating “M” pattern. Each M Print dress is built on a sheer, form-fitting mesh (“Mesh dress”) with distinctive details like thumb-hole long sleeves and integrated shoulder pads. The result is a modern body-hugging silhouette that can function as both a statement piece and a versatile wardrobe staple. In fact, Matopeda’s global reputation: the Lagos-based designer has dressed celebrities from Beyoncé to Jackie Aina, underscores how the brand has translated sharp tailoring into international buzz.
The M Print collection is defined by its architectural silhouettes and striking pattern. Pieces like the green outfit above feature sharp, padded shoulders and high collars, while a fitted waist and peplum-like flare or leg slit maintain a sleek line. Common details include sweetheart necklines, structured corseting, and thumb-sleeves, giving each dress a couture feel. For example, the draped brown gown in this range has an in-built corset bodice and a right-leg slit, whereas the blue mesh dress comes with long thumbhole sleeves and optional shoulder padding.
Fabric & Construction: The outfit is cut from a single layer of stretch mesh (sheer yet elastic) that clings like a second skin.
Graphic Print: Each piece is covered in a repeating “M” monogram motif : a “brand new Matopeda print” introduced in this line. This all-over logo pattern adds bold visual impact.
Structured Details: Noticeable padded shoulders, high collars, and thumb-sleeve cuffs give the garments a confident, edgy flair.
Waist Emphasis: The designs emphasize a cinched waist. Some styles have built-in corsetry, while a separate M Print corset can be added. The brown M Print corset, for instance, laces up and “cinches [the] waist up to 3 inches” for an hourglass effect.
Length Variants: The collection offers both mini and midi lengths. Each dress is cut slim to the body. The mini version is ultra-short, while the midi hits mid-calf, allowing the wearer to choose a proportion that suits the occasion.
These design elements combine to create a fashion-forward silhouette: bold yet polished, and unmistakably modern.
Fabric, Color Palette and Details
Every M Print piece uses the same core materials and palette. The collection’s signature fabric is a stretch mesh: lightweight, breathable and body-hugging. This mesh serves as a canvas for the eye-catching print: Matopeda’s trademark “M” pattern in high contrast to the base color. According to the product notes, the print itself is new to Matopeda and carries across the entire look.
The colour schemes are vibrant yet versatile. Standout examples include an electric blue version and a rich olive green version. These have been shown paired with coordinating accessories or layered corsets. There is also a warm chocolate brown tone used in the draped dress and matching corset. In practice, this means you might see the M Print motif in cool jewel tones or in earthier neutrals, each giving a different mood to the outfit.
Matopeda even extends the theme beyond dresses. For instance, there is an M Print beaded bikini set with braided details in the same motif. That beachwear ensemble comes with a Matopeda-branded wide-brimmed hat. The entire look is printed in the M pattern and beaded by hand. This illustrates how the outfit can be dressed down into vacation or resort wear while still maintaining the signature pattern. (The hat and bikini set in brown tones show the brand’s playful yet high-end approach to styling.)
Celebrity Endorsement and Global Appeal
The M Print outfit’s striking design has helped it become a staple in celebrity wardrobes around the world. Matopeda’s label is best known for dressing A-listers: the founder has created looks for Beyoncé, as well as Nollywood stars and U.S. personalities. High-profile moments include Fantasia Barrino’s homage to Tina Turner at the Grammy Awards, where she wore a custom Matopeda creation, and even Beyoncé choosing Matopeda for her wedding anniversary celebration. These endorsements, though often of one-off couture, have boosted the brand’s cachet. The ready-to-wear M Print line similarly shows up on style influencers and celebrities. Nigerian actresses like Osas Ighodaro and Lilian Afegbai, Reality star Chioma Ikokwu, and fashion influencer Jariatu Danita are among those who have been seen in Matopeda designs.
What makes the M Print outfit resonate across cultures is its fusion of cutting-edge tailoring with a distinctive aesthetic. The modern, almost futuristic pattern can be interpreted as either a bold graphic print or a luxe monogram, allowing it to blend into many fashion sensibilities. A fashion-forward bride in Lagos and a style blogger in London might both appreciate the power-shoulder silhouette and signature print, even if they accessorize it differently. In short, the outfit’s versatility and unapologetic personality help it traverse styles; it can signal African-inspired high fashion just as easily as it complements Western street-chic.
Overall, Matopeda’s M Print outfit has become an international fashion phenomenon by combining innovative printwork, precise tailoring, and wearable versatility. Its design elements are both cohesive and adaptable, which is why it has found fans from local celebrities to global stars. The outfit’s appeal lies in its ability to look equally stunning on a Lagos red carpet or a New York soirée, making it a truly global style statement.
