Lisa Folawiyo

Description

Nigerian designer Lisa Folawiyo’s intricate, embellished creations have extended far beyond her home country: pieces from her eponymous label have appeared on brands like Lupita Nyong’o, Thandie Newton, and Solange Knowles, as well as on the pages of some of the world’s biggest publications. The designer pays homage to her love of Ankara textiles in her pieces, which are crafted by a team of expert local artisans who spend an average of up to 240 hours creating a single hand-embellished piece.