Nigerian Designer Adedayo Ilori to Showcase at AFWL
Nigerian designer Adedayo Ilori, founder of the Dimeji Ilori label, is set to showcase his designs at African Fashion Week London. He is a beneficiary of the British Council’s Creative DNA accelerator programme, which supports emerging African fashion talent.
The initiative aims to foster sustainable growth in the creative economy by enhancing access to global markets for African designers. Adedayo founded his brand in 2021 and has gained recognition for his unique design language that combines heritage textiles and contemporary silhouettes.
He expressed gratitude for the mentorship received through Creative DNA and looks forward to engaging with other designers on current fashion trends. The program includes discussions on topics such as African Fashion in Education and African Futures.
Donna McGowan, Director of the British Nigeria Council, noted the progress of Adedayo’s brand and emphasized Nigeria's role as a hub for Africa’s creative industry, pledging continued support for young Nigerian designers.
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