Archives Tag: fashion designers in Nigeria

Fashion

April 19, 2022

The adire-making tradition has been in existence since the early 19th century. Famously practised by the Yorubas, the art involves creating hand-drawn patterns on fabric with resist-dye techniques. Oyo and Osun are renowned for these indigo-dyed cloths. Top Nigerian fashion brand, Maki Oh, is keeping alive this indigenous textile tradition by projecting contemporary designs with … Continue reading Adire Designs by ‘Maki Oh’ That You’ll Love

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Personality

April 19, 2022

Nigerian-born designer, Duro Olowu, is on the team of artisans selected by Michelle Obama, the First Lady of the Unite States, to decorate the ground floor of White House for the upcoming Christmas celebrations. He is in charge of decorating the Vermeil Room – with two 8-foot Christmas trees draped with vintage fabrics, ribbons and encrusted tinsel – … Continue reading Nigerian Designer Decorates the White House for Christmas

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Fashion Personality

April 19, 2022

Nigeria’s celebrated fashion designer, Deola Sagoe is one of the designers who led the global expansion of Nigerian fashion despite her father’s disapproval. As part of the My Nigeria series on Al Jazeera, Deola Sagoe takes us into her fashion world and how she sees Nigeria. Deola explains that “Being a Nigerian was no limitation for … Continue reading Deola Sagoe Featured on Al Jazeera’s ‘My Nigeria’ Series

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BUSINESS Personality

April 19, 2022

Ever wondered what it takes to start a fashion business in Nigeria? If your answer is yes, you’re in the right place. The CNTV crew left no stone unturned in this exclusive interview with Uche Nnaji of OUCH!, a prominent menswear store in Lagos, Nigeria. Mr. Nnaji has been in the fashion industry for over a … Continue reading CNTV Interviews Uche Nnaji, CEO of OUCH! Men’s Clothing

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