Award-winning designer Yemi Osunkoya established the Kosibah label in London in 1991 in honour of his mother, Cosiba. Osunkoya’s brand specialises in elegant, contemporary couture bridal wear, evening wear and formal day wear, with clientele well-represented in the UK, Nigeria and the USA. His signature made-to-order dresses use corsetry and boned bodices to recreate the elegant hourglass figure.
Yemi Osunkoya for Kosibah at the 2018 Lagos Bridal Fashion Week
The couture dressmaker, who recently showcased a collection on the Lagos Bridal Fashion Week runway, had an insightful chat with Guardian Life about his passion and the evolution of his designs.
What was your biggest fear when starting your own line and how did you overcome it?
My greatest fear was that people may not like my…
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