Dazed 100
I’m Jahn Affah, a 25-year-old Nigerian-Ghanaian creative director, fashion stylist, and visual storyteller. My work moves at the crossroads of fashion, culture, and the untold stories of African creatives. As someone who deeply values aesthetic storytelling, I’m committed to shaping how African talent is seen and celebrated globally, from the runways of Paris to the streets of Lagos. Through projects like Future Face Global—a reimagined platform for discovering the next African supermodel—I am helping to redefine beauty standards and elevate voices that too often go unheard. Whether it’s working with Vogue, Moncler, or scouting models across the continent, I’m passionate about opening doors for the next generation of African artists and creators. My mission is to challenge perceptions of Africa within the global fashion industry, spotlighting the rich diversity and influence of African culture on the world stage. I’m not only styling clothes—I’m styling narratives. I aim to show that fashion is more than trends; it’s a vehicle for cultural change and a bridge between worlds. Why Dazed 100? Dazed has always been a platform for bold, boundary-pushing creatives who refuse to conform, and I see myself as part of that conversation. I want to be part of a movement that isn’t just documenting culture but driving it forward. Being on the Dazed 100 would help amplify the voices I’m dedicated to elevating and provide a larger stage for the stories I’m telling. Creative Concept: “Styled by Stories” If chosen for Dazed 100, I would propose a project titled “Styled by Stories,” where I would work with up-and-coming African designers and models to create a visual storytelling campaign. Each look will represent a different narrative—from migration to identity, from resilience to reimagination—styled in a way that merges high fashion with deep cultural roots. The goal would be to show the world how fashion tells the story of who we are and where we come from, in a visually arresting and culturally rich way. Dazed is about the future, and I want to help shape that future by continuing to tell the stories of African creatives with a vision that is unapologetic and unrelenting.