When we think about careers in the fashion industry, what often comes to mind are fashion designers, models and fashion photographers. But there are many other roles in this industry. I spoke with Adebusola Ekoko about launching Grapes Pattern Bank - a surface pattern business in Nigeria and designing prints for fashion brands such as Kemi Telford and Kai Collective.
Adebusola shared:
- What her parents thought when she mentioned that she wanted to study fashion design at university
- How she pursued a career in fashion after completing her under completing her undergraduate degree
- The challenges in building a surface pattern design business in Lagos
- What she loves most about running her business
- The importance of prioritising client relationships
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