The Iconic Sisi Abah Folawiyo Covers' Vanguard Allure As She Celebrates @75


Awwwwn!!! Abah Folawiyo is one of the iconic names that ruled the Nigerian  fashion industry as early as the 70s, she was part of the first people to spearhead a fashion revolution that embraced the beauty of our beautiful ankara fabrics which today has become a favourite for all of us.

 Famously known by her fashion label Labanella back then, she took fashion to a whole new level.

As she turns 75 this July, she sat down with Allure's Yemisi Suleiman to relive her past experiences, her challenges as a designer, life as a widow and her expectations for the fashion industry.


Acknowledgement:
Creative Director: Nelly Mesik
 Photography: Bamiyo Emina
 Makeup: Kafi Makeovers and Mabella Makeovers

 Mesik Nelly Olisa| For  Nelly Mesik Inc
 Creative Director| Vanguard Allure.
 Email: nellyolisa@gmail.com
 Mobile: +234 802 237 6623
 IG:@nellymesik


Convince yourself that you can be great without knowing anything about greatness. Truly believe that you are only valuable just as what you own.

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