How Damilola Sanni is weaving heritage into modern couture

Lagos-based fashion designer Damilola Sanni is making a mark in Nigeria's fashion industry with her blend of African heritage and contemporary streetwear. Specializing in modern cultural womenswear and sustainable couture, Sanni has showcased her work at Lagos Fashion Week, Aba Fashion Showcase, and Heritage Children Fashion Week since 2022. She previously worked as an assistant designer with Fruche & Mickey’s Couture and Cha Cha Wears. Her creative portfolio includes presentations like Tribute to Father and ETHNIC – Just how we love it. Sanni has collaborated with Fruche and gained media attention from Vogue Italia, Elle, and Harper’s Bazaar. She was shortlisted for GTCO Fashion Week in 2022 and named a Featured Designer by Green Access in 2023. Sanni also brings experience from the banking and service sectors, currently working as a Customer Service Advisor at HSBC UK. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and a Higher National Diploma in Banking and Finance, with fashion training from Osc College of Fashion and Martwayne Fashion Academy. An affiliate member of the Association of Professional Fashion Practitioners of Nigeria, Sanni is recognized for her creative drive and business acumen.