Uthman Issa Bangura, the reigning Mr. Sierra Leone, is causing a sensation in the fashion world, and his latest feat has catapulted him to the coveted cover of BeStyle Magazine.

The Istanbul-based model, renowned for his elegance and magnetism, graces the magazine’s front page alongside Turkish actress Bestemsu Özdemir, showcasing their distinctive blend of style and charm.

Bangura’s impressive presence has been felt on fashion runways across the globe, leaving an indelible mark on the industry. From walking the catwalks at prestigious fashion weeks in Istanbul, Dubai, Thailand, South Africa, and Mercedes Benz, to stealing the spotlight at renowned events like Lagos Fashion and Design Week, GTBank Fashion Weekend, Ghana Fashion Week, and Glitz Africa Fashion Week, his career has been nothing short of meteoric.

 

His modeling portfolio is adorned with appearances in esteemed publications such as Vogue Italia, Posh, Ellements, l’effrontee, and Renascence, cementing his position as a highly sought-after model in the fashion world.

Hailing from the Bombali District in Sierra Leone, Bangura’s journey to success started when he relocated to Accra, Ghana, as a teenager. It was in Accra where he was discovered and signed by a modeling agency in his early 20s, propelling his career to new heights and taking him to countries like South Africa, Nigeria, Turkey, and Dubai.

With a resume boasting titles like Owner and CEO of wepaddy.com, Mister Sierra Leone 2022/23 at IAMSL, Fashion Model at Morgan & Preston Models Bangkok, Male Model at Daman MGMT, Top male model at MyBookermodel, and Former Model at Respect Models, Bangura’s influence extends beyond the runway.

His collaboration with esteemed designers such as Julien McDonald, David Tale, Mai Taffor, and Orange Culture has further expanded his creative influence in the fashion world.

The world of fashion continues to be mesmerized by Uthman Issa Bangura’s ascent, from a young talent in Sierra Leone to an international fashion icon. As he graces the cover of BeStyle Magazine alongside Bestemsu Özdemir, the world eagerly awaits to see what the future holds for this charismatic and trailblazing model from West Africa.