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What was your first ever fashion creation, what inspired it? Did you like it?

Michelle Arowoshola: My first ever fashion creation was a spider web dress, which was inspired by surrealism, I liked it for what is was at the time, however I could have pushed the design further.

What has been your challenge as a designer in Africa?

Michelle Arowoshola: Thus so far my challenge was finding the right manufactures best suited for the brand however I have not had any major challenges

What does fashion mean to you?

Michelle Arowoshola: Fashion means to me an expression of self and creative thoughts made real Most unforgettable experience as a designer.

Michele Arowoshola: Seeing my graduate collection on the runway.

Tell us about the collection you intend to showcase on AFWN runway

Michelle Arowoshola: The collection is based on transport which is symbolic to transition of one moving from one place to another, The collection consists of both men’s and woman’s wear it is a heavily based print collection, however the cut and silhouette styles of our garments are complimentary to the prints which create a medium between boldness, simplicity and detail the collection consists of some tailoring, mild elements of sportswear and a high attention to detail.

What is your outlook on African fashion and its impact worldwide?

Michelle Arowoshola: I feel Africa is always inspiring the world culturally and especially within fashion and does not get near enough credit and acknowledgment has it should.

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