Labanella............ Sisi Abah Folawiyo Covers Vanguard Allure As She Celebrates 75

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Abah Folawiyo ruled the Nigerian  fashion industry as early as the 70s, she was part of the first people to revolutionize fashion , her fashion label Labanella.In1963, Abah won the best designer at VC-10, an award show in Ghana. The winning prize was a first class ticket to London. While in London she interned with a foremost designer in the UK. She returned home in 1977 and founded Labanella Creations in 1978.

 Laballena turns 75 this July, Sisi Folawiyo sat down with Allure's Yemisi Suleiman to reminisce on herpast experiences, her challenges as a designer, life as a Chief Wahab's widow and her expectations for the fashion industry.

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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

 


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