My name is Chioma Okwu, I am a Fashion designer and a makeup artist (Lemani).
Chioma Okwu (Lemani)
Well, it all started when I was much younger, I used to create outfits for my dolls out of left over pieces of fabrics or anything I could lay my hands on at the time.
As I grew older I started sketching styles for my tailor to make clothes for me, most of which did not
come out as I wanted. So I enrolled for sewing lessons because I've always had a passion for fashion
and that's how I began to make clothes.
Chioma Okwu (Lemani)
Well, it all started when I was much younger, I used to create outfits for my dolls out of left over pieces of fabrics or anything I could lay my hands on at the time.
As I grew older I started sketching styles for my tailor to make clothes for me, most of which did not
come out as I wanted. So I enrolled for sewing lessons because I've always had a passion for fashion
and that's how I began to make clothes.
Floor length fish tail dresses
fitted Ankara Jacket by Lemani
I've always loved to makeup as well, so I experiment on myself n my sisters at home, went for a few trainings / classes and that was it...
Bridal hair and makeup by Lemani
Hmmm, I would say my current challenge is lack of space and manpower because I am looking to expanding the business.
I don't allow my emotions to get in d way of my career.
I would say my successes and achievements come from satisfied customers. Seeing that my work is being appreciated and recommended to others worldwide is a huge achievement for me and I only aspire to get better at what I do.
The burning desire to be better at what I do and recognized someday as one of the top designers in Africa motivates me.
Personally, I don't think Nigeria or the politics of the country affects my business.
Well, I hope that parents will encourage / support their young ones to be industrious. Beauty and fashion institutes should do more (organize talent hunt shows, workshops, etc) to encourage those with passion for beauty and style....
Too many people strive to be known..not realizing that you can't be celebrated when u don't have SUBSTANCE... So instead of building themselves, they spend money in publicity, only for people to realize later that they're empty...
My advice: get substance! upgrade urself...make sure u're extremely good at what you do..get involved in researches...come up with good ideas, and naturally u'll be celebrated... because being celebrated is just a byproduct of the impact u make overtime.
Written by Chioma Okwu (okwu_chioma@yahoo.com)
6 comments:
You go girl, so proud of your achievements. God bless d work of your hand n prosper you.
Chombos!!! So proud of you!!!
Chibaby, I see your brand Lemani going places. keep the good works. With patience and perseverance, I see you at the top. Send us more designs.
Go girl! i am so proud of you, one day you'll be amongst the best fashion designers in Africa. I've seen your works and they are so lovely, i am 150% in support because i love what you do, keep it coming LEMANI!.
Good job Lemani! Keep d flag flying.
Fantastic work. Awesome talent
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