Omoyemi Akerele
Omoyemi Akerele, Founder, Lagos Fashion Week & Style House Files
The lawyer-turned-fashion consultant advises Nigerian fashion brands creative direction and raising their profiles overseas.
Introducing the Gamechangers Speaking at VOICES 2019
Gabriela Hearst, Matthew Williams, Omoyemi Akerele, Hans Ulrich Obrist and Jefferson Hack are among an exciting line-up of speakers at BoF's Annual Gathering for Big Thinkers to be held in Oxfordshire, UK in November 2019.
Introducing the Gamechangers Speaking at VOICES 2019
Gabriela Hearst, Matthew Williams, Omoyemi Akerele, Hans Ulrich Obrist and Jefferson Hack are among an exciting line-up of speakers at BoF's Annual Gathering for Big Thinkers to be held in Oxfordshire, UK in November 2019.
Secrets of the Supermodel Trade
Operating quietly under the radar, a network of ‘mother agencies’ across Africa and Asia are busy scouting for the next supermodel, making a fortune in commission while boosting diversity in the fashion capitals.
Secrets of the Supermodel Trade
Operating quietly under the radar, a network of ‘mother agencies’ across Africa and Asia are busy scouting for the next supermodel, making a fortune in commission while boosting diversity in the fashion capitals.
The Global Influencer Economy, Part 1: The Dangers of Playing It Safe
What boosts the bottom line from London to Lagos? BoF examines the dark arts of influence and why brands can't afford to play it safe.
The Global Influencer Economy, Part 1: The Dangers of Playing It Safe
What boosts the bottom line from London to Lagos? BoF examines the dark arts of influence and why brands can't afford to play it safe.
African Menswear Goes Global
From the racks of Tokyo retailers to the showrooms of Pitti Uomo, African menswear brands are enjoying both critical and commercial acclaim.
African Menswear Goes Global
From the racks of Tokyo retailers to the showrooms of Pitti Uomo, African menswear brands are enjoying both critical and commercial acclaim.
Oil Collapse Hits Fashion Markets
In emerging markets that rely on oil to keep their economies buoyant, the drastic drop in price is making fashion leaders nervous.
Oil Collapse Hits Fashion Markets
In emerging markets that rely on oil to keep their economies buoyant, the drastic drop in price is making fashion leaders nervous.
Omoyemi Akerele #My2015
Click to watch Omoyemi Akerele, Creative & Managing Director, Stylehouse files, look back at her year in fashion.
Omoyemi Akerele #My2015
Click to watch Omoyemi Akerele, Creative & Managing Director, Stylehouse files, look back at her year in fashion.
Nigeria Jockeys for Africa’s Fashion Crown
Nigeria’s fashion industry is shifting into second gear to become a more serious contender in Africa’s leadership race.
Nigeria Jockeys for Africa’s Fashion Crown
Nigeria’s fashion industry is shifting into second gear to become a more serious contender in Africa’s leadership race.
Op-Ed | Stop Waiting for the Perfect Moment to Invest in Africa
Some international fashion players are dithering for too long or taking a half-hearted approach to African markets, says Omoyemi Akerele, founder of Lagos Fashion and Design Week.
Op-Ed | Stop Waiting for the Perfect Moment to Invest in Africa
Some international fashion players are dithering for too long or taking a half-hearted approach to African markets, says Omoyemi Akerele, founder of Lagos Fashion and Design Week.
Putting Africa on the Fashion Map
As both a source of production and a consumer market, Africa is poorly integrated into the global fashion system, leading to lost business opportunity.
Putting Africa on the Fashion Map
As both a source of production and a consumer market, Africa is poorly integrated into the global fashion system, leading to lost business opportunity.
Despite Ebola Stigma and Security Woes, Nigeria Pushes Forward
Nigeria’s $10 billion fashion market is growing swiftly, despite the lingering stigma of an Ebola outbreak and a woeful security situation.
Despite Ebola Stigma and Security Woes, Nigeria Pushes Forward
Nigeria’s $10 billion fashion market is growing swiftly, despite the lingering stigma of an Ebola outbreak and a woeful security situation.
What is The BoF 500?
The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.
