On August 21, 2026, the grand ballroom of the Hilton London Kensington will transform into a convergence of glamour, culture and continental prestige as Ghanaian luxury powerhouse, KatieO Eleganza Fashion House, commands the spotlight at the 15th edition of The Voice Achievers Award.In what is billed as one of the most anticipated highlights of the evening, the celebrated brand will mount an exclusive haute couture runway showcase alongside a curated luxury exhibition, bringing West African elegance to one of London’s most distinguished award stages that celebrates African leadership, creativity and impact.
At the heart of KatieO Eleganza is its founder, the visionary Eyram Olympio, whose creative philosophy has redefined what modern African luxury represents. A former model who learned the craft from the inside out, Eyram brings an intimate understanding of silhouette, movement and presence to every creation, resulting in a brand DNA built on refined tailoring, statement fabrics and impeccable finishing.
What sets the house apart is its seamless alchemy of ready-to-wear ease and bespoke haute couture grandeur. Whether it is a power suit for the boardroom, a flowing evening gown for the red carpet, or a relaxed yet polished casual ensemble, each garment is meticulously constructed to flatter, empower and endure.
More than fashion, KatieO Eleganza tells a story of identity. Designed for men, women and occasionally children, every piece is an ode to elegance and confidence — a celebration of contemporary African heritage reimagined for a global audience that craves authenticity, sophistication and individuality.
Eyram’s journey is one of passion and discipline. She began as a model working alongside renowned designers before finding her own voice in couture. Trained in London and at the Joyce Ababio College of Creative Design, where she graduated in 2019 as valedictorian and winner of the prestigious Vlisco competition, she launched KatieO Eleganza the same year with a boutique in Accra.
From its boutique beginnings in Accra, the brand has evolved into a cross-continental fashion force, with its footprints now firmly established in Togo, Benin, Ivory Coast, and the fashion capitals of Paris and London, where its blend of African heritage and modern sophistication has found a loyal clientele.
The rise has been matched by a string of prestigious laurels that affirm Eyram’s creative authority. She clinched Best Designer at the international FIMO228 Festival in Lomé in 2022, commanded attention with a critically acclaimed showcase of her signature Eleganza collection at Accra Fashion Week 2023, and reached a career milestone when she was named Fashion Designer of the Year at The Voice Achievers Award in London in 2024 — an honour that was reinforced in 2025 when she again emerged Fashion Designer of the Year at the Ghana Media and Entrepreneurship Awards.
It is therefore a fitting homecoming as she returns to the London stage where she was once celebrated, this time not just as an awardee but as a headline fashion experience. At the Hilton London Kensington, Eyram will unveil an exclusive new collection on the runway — expected to feature her trademark architectural silhouettes, luxurious fabrics and meticulously finished couture — while also curating an exhibition stand for up-close interaction with fashion enthusiasts, diplomats, industry buyers and the African diaspora.
Far beyond a fleeting catwalk moment, her presentation is set to be the soul of the evening’s style narrative — a sophisticated interlude where fashion becomes diplomacy and cultural statement.With every stitch, drape and embellishment, Eyram will weave the quiet strength and radiant elegance of Ghanaian heritage into a night dedicated to celebrating Africa’s most outstanding achievers, reminding a global audience in London that African creativity is not just emerging, it is leading, luxury-defining, and unapologetically world-class.
