Fashion Designers: Yomi Casual

Agbagba Bukola

3 years ago

One of the first renowned fashion designers in Nigeria that prefers to be called a tailor. The man from Ondo state, raised in Warri, Delta state. A creative mind, a talented soul, a role model to many. A man of immense fashion creativity whose presence is felt both online and offline. It is no other person than Olorunyomi Omoniyi Makun.

Read more about Fashion

Olorunyomi Omoniyi Makun is popularly called Yomi casual, his brand name. He was born on the 25th of January, 1985 into a relatively large family. He has six elder brothers. He is the seventh and last child of his family. The most popular of his siblings is Ayo Makun, AY. Yomi is from Ifon, Ondo state but he grew up in Warri, Delta state. He often refers to himself as a Warri-boy as he is more familiar with the place then his state of origin. He graduated from Auchi polytechnic in Edo state where he studied design and clothing technology. He became immersed with the world of fashion at the University, and he knew for sure that he wanted to pursue a career in fashion. In 2007, Yomi officially launched his brand, Yomi Casual, which has transited from being the dream and goal of a passionate young man to an household name that has come to stay. In an interview with Cell Magazines, Yomi was asked how he came by his brand name, Yomi Casual. In response to the question, he said, ‘Yomi is my name, Casual is an English word. Casual is casual and I call my designs casual because it’s not something very serious and I believe casual is not going to be boring’. Yomi is married to Grace Onuoha, the CEO of Fab Jewels. They got married on the 14th of October, 2017. His designs have be worn by many celebrities in the entertainment industry: Timaya, Chidi Mokeme, Chioma Chukwuka, Uti, Alex Ekubo, Ramsey Nouah Jnr, Seyi Law, Bovi, Alibaba, 9ice, Ay, Desmond Elliot, and many more

**Kanayo O. Kanayo wearing Yomi Casual**

In an interview with Temmy Balogun, the tailor was asked to enlighten us on the personal ethics he adopted when he started his entrepreneurship journey, which has been very helpful to him. His response, ‘Excellent time management is key for me. I keep to time well. My customers know me for this and it has gotten me lots of referrals. I always make sure my customers’ clothes are ready, latest two days before the pick up or delivery date. If any unforeseen delay comes up I call my customers ahead of time, so they can be aware and not disappointed but this rarely comes up. I believe this is enough for business owners to be successful’. Yomi Casual has received many awards, which is not surprising, taking into consideration his persistence and commitment to his brand.

Sign up to the Connect Nigeria daily newsletter

2011 Fashion designer of the year at the Nigerian Youth Merit City People Hottest designer for the year Effizzy Awards newest designer of the year 2012 Dynamix all youth Awards also recognized him as the designer of the year Vconnect Award of Merit 2013 Cynosure magazine acknowledgment award 2014 Exclusive impact magazine fashion designer of the year. Peace ambassador nomination in 2014. The award for inspiration excellent service. Outstanding Inspiration Awards 2014. Yomi has worked very hard. He built his brand from the scratch, with little capital and a passionate heart. He is successful and well celebrated today because he never gave up. References Cell Magazines Temmy Balogun Platform interview Punch Newspaper Featured Image Source: Instagram and Google

Got something you want to read about on our platform? Contact us: editor@connectnigeria.com