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Passion for fashion stirs me to be innovative — Lanre DaSilva Ajayi
Popular clothier, Lanre DaSilva Ajayi, talks about her career and the Nigerian fashion industry with MOBOLA SADIQ
How did you start LDA?
After the completion of my studies in the United Kingdom, I returned to Nigeria shortly afterwards to start my career. With a background in Business Administration and an MSc in Finance, the ideal job I was looking for at the time was either investment banking or with the Nigerian Stock Exchange. I applied to various banks and institutions in Nigeria at the time.
During the waiting period, I decided to keep busy by designing clothes for myself, family, and friends. I was happy with the positive feedback I was getting from friends and family members that my creative designs were unique, different, glamorous and beautiful. Eventually, I got job offers from banks and other institutions in Nigeria, but the timing was far from perfect. I was pregnant and travelling and I
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Lanre Da Silva has partnered with a diverse group of designers to champion sustainable fashion and provide a platform for showcasing new seasonal collections through the LDA Runway Renaissance. Each designer brings a unique perspective, blending cultural influences and design expertise to create distinctive pieces. Together, they support small-scale local producers, fostering a more sustainable and inclusive fashion ecosystem.
What is the LDA Runway Renaissance?
The LDA Runway Renaissance is an initiative dedicated to uplifting emerging designers while championing eco-friendly fashion practices. This platform showcases three talented designers from diverse backgrounds, each committed to sustainability and exceptional craftsmanship. Through their work, they tell the stories shaping Africa’s fashion landscape, emphasizing social responsibility without compromising style or quality.
Meet the LDA Runway Renaissance featured designers…
#1. Adebukola Adeo
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Lanre DaSilva Ajayi
Fashion Designer Lanre Da Silva Ajayi recently sat down with Punch to discuss starting out her career, family, and beauty routine.
On how she switched to mode despite having multiple degrees in business and mode, she said:
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