Top 10 Most Famous Nigerians

Goodluck Ebele Jonathan is ranked to be the number 1 in the list of the most famous persons in Nigeria, even in 2016. The former president of Nigeria is still well known by every living Nigerian person on the planet. Our research shows that, Jonathan’s name, face and reputation is well known by many Nigerian kids, youths, and adults. The ex-president has remained relevant and controversial even after leaving office in 2015.

Goodluck Ebele Jonathan was known to be a fashion icon because he created trend for many with his “Etibo Woko” and Tropical attires. This became the signature style of the commander in chief during his 6 plus years as president.

Aliko Dangote ranked no.3 last year moved up to no.2 this year. Our research shows that; the name; "Dangote" is a brand known practically known by every living Nigerian. His personality is reputed as the richest Nigerian. Aliko Dangot’s face might not be known by too many but the name is well known by almost every Nigerian adult, youth and kids.       

Aliko Dangote is not a fashion slayer or a trend setter in fashion, but he knows how to put together what fits him. When he wears a suit, it must be “A suit that Fit”, his agbada is always on point and the last time he visited Peter of Psquare at his new crib, he was spotted on casual shirt and jeans and he looked young and cute on them.

Muhammadu Buhari, the incumbent president of the federal republic of Nigeria, is in the list as the number 3 most famous Nigerian person. Our research shows that as the president of Nigeria, Buhari is well known by many kids as they are being thought in school. The president’s face is becoming popular with the youths and kids, but well known by some old ones. We figured the president's name is well known by many but his face not that much.             

Buahri’s fashion style is controversial, many argues that he repeats clothes all the time, while some credits him for trying to set a new fashion trend for the gents.

Well, I will say, Aso Rock is a tough notch, but the president still manages to fashion in touch with the times.

Olusegun Obasanjo is a very influential politician in Nigeria. He made number 4 in this list. Our research shows that Olusegun obasanjo popularly called OBJ, is well known by many Nigerian , especially among the teens, youths and adults. The famous politician is the only Nigerian who has led the country for almost 12 years; this made him very well known to many generations.

Olusegun Obasanjo looks his best only when he is wearing agbada. Suit doesn’t not flatter his body, you don’t want to see him wearing anything close to casual. He looks like a typical village farmer.

The pop star Ayo Balogun, known as Wizkid ranked the 5th position in this year's list. Our research shows that Wizkid is the most famous entertainer in Nigeria at the moment, he is already breaking grounds internationally. He is well known by kids, youths and many adults too. He is the most followed Nigeria person on Twitter.

His fashion style is nothing but pop all the way. His fashion pop style works for him but he is no fashion inspiration to any serious minded person. 

David Adeleke known as Davido made the 6th person on this list, he is a well-known musician even beyond the shores of Nigeria. Our research shows that, the  singer is one of the most famous music stars in the country at the moment. Mostly known by kids, youths and a few adults. Davido's face has been made popular by his popular music videos, TV and Billboard ads also.

His fashion sense is another pop fashion. Even though he launched a clothing line, yet he is also of no fashion inspiration to any serious minded person.

TB Joshua ranked the 7th position on this list. He is the spiritual leader of the Synagogue church of all nations. Our research shows that, the minister, televangelist and prophet is well known by Nigerians in every part of the country. He is known by both Christians and Muslims in the country because of his prophesies and miracles. Prophet Joshua is one of the most controversial people in Nigeria.

His fashion sense is decent and moderate, even though he doesn’t wear a fitted suit. 

Known to be the G.O of the largest Christian ministry in Nigeria, pastor Adeboye, ranked 8^th position in 2016 list. Our research shows that, half of Nigeria's population’s religion is Christianity and him heading the largest ministry in the country shows he is known by many Christians even ones that are not part of his ministry. We figured many Muslims know who Adeboye is too. The respected man of God is one of the most famous spiritual leaders in the country. Well, not known by many kids but known by many youths, adults and old ones.

He is not a fashion slayer either but his natives are well tailored and he wears “A suit that fit”

Mercy Johnson made the 9^th position in the rank. She is a very popular Nollywood actress who feature in a lot of movies which millions of Nigerians watch, Mercy is quite controversial both online and offline. Mercy Johnson's face is quite a very popular one as she also features in many TV& Billboard ads too. Her name is well known by a lot of Nigerians and so is her face. Our research revealed Mercy is quite known both in the South and Northern part of Nigeria.

Mercy Johnson’s fashion sense tremendously improved after she got married. She rocked the 2015 AMVCAs event as one of the best dressed female.  

Funke Akindele is indeed one of the most famous people in Nigeria at the moment; she made the 10^th position in the list. Our research shows that Funke Akindele is a well-known entertainer in the country. Her constant appearance on the billboards, TV adverts and her TV Series “Jenifer’s Diary” has aided in keeping her name and face in Nigerians’ minds. She is well known by kids, youths and adults. 

Her fashion style is second to none. She has got a remarkable fashion style,
whether in the spotlight or limelight, Funke ensures she dazzles!

Starting Out As A Fashion Designer In Nigeria

The “I am not a tailor, I’m a fashion designer” is one conversation I’ve heard one-too-many-times. I think because of the connotations of the Nigerian people about tailors, even tailors do not want to be called tailors again. Everyone now go by the name “Fashion Designer”. 

I don’t see anything wrong with everyone changing their profession to fashion designers in Nigeria, even though being a tailor should also be honorable. 

I think it will be best we get to know what the role of fashion designer is and how one can successfully become a fashion designer in Nigeria. 

Fashion design is a form of art. To work as a designer, you should have an artistic and creative personality. You also have to be good at drawing and able to express your ideas in sketches. 

You don't necessarily have to be a great artist, but you must have some special skills for combining colors, tones and shades. You also have to be able to work with fabric and use textiles in a creative and original manner.

A fashion designer is the creative mind behind any item of clothing, be it a high fashion runway garment or your regular pair of jeans or tee shirt.  They conduct research, develop a concept and vision for the type of person they would like to dress, create a visual image of their concept through sketches and oversee the various design and production processes that bring their sketches or designs to life in the form of a three dimensional garment to fit their intended market.  

The tailors on the other hand, directly take measurement of the client and stitch the clothes according to the design given by the client

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Now, it doesn’t mean that a tailor cannot be a fashion designer. In fact, it makes the whole process easier, if a tailor also has the skill of fashion designing.

To become a good fashion designer in Nigeria, you need to leverage on these rules;

Develop your skills. Successful fashion designers have a wide array of skills, including drawing, an eye for color and texture, an ability to visualize concepts in three dimensions, and the mechanical skills involved in sewing and cutting all types of fabrics.

Decide which designing field is your principal interest. For example; 

·         Women's wear

·         Men's wear

·         Sportswear/fitness/leisure wear

·         Outdoor, adventure, outerwear

·         Bridal wear

·         Accessories

·         Casual

Ask your customers what they need.  Keep it simple and realistic. Extravagant sketches are nice on paper, but great native wears, casuals, shirts, pants or suit are better simple and classy. Simple designs remain the ultimate sophistication.

Assess your skills and personality honestly before pursuing a career in fashion design. You may love clothes but clothing is only part of the story when undertaking fashion design. You'll also need excellent communication skills, a willingness to work very hard, an ability to cope with stress, openness to having many different clients and/or bosses, an acceptance that there will be loneliness or isolation on occasion and an ability to be a self-disciplined self-starter.

Get educated about the business side of fashion.  Being a successful fashion designer not only requires talent and creativity, it also requires a sound knowledge of the business and marketing aspects of the fashion world.

Look for fashion design jobs. Or start your own fashion label but be prepared to be financially astute.

Heading for a Wedding? See This....

Are you often late to wedding ceremonies because you just can’t seem to figure out what to wear? Your thought usually is to pick something right out of your closet that fits the occasion while at the same time feels comfortable, confident and you look well styled. Believe it or not this is something that can be easily achieved with just a little planning.

Plan your wardrobe the night before the event. How? Start by laying out the suits, pants shirts, ties, shoes, lapel pins that you think might work for the occasion. Style the outfits and make your choice of the best fit for the occasion. Iron those items that needed to be ironed and hang them nicely. Next morning just jump into your clothing and get your day started quickly.

It took me several years to start from the basics, if you try this and it works for you, then think of making it a habit and do it for all your clothes. This completely creates a great system for planning out a complete working wardrobe that not only fits your individual style, but also have you get dressed for any occasion at the drop of a dime. 

Imagine having a plan for your wardrobe instead of haphazardly throwing your pieces of clothing together each morning. Now imagine how much time you would save.

Exactly What Every Nigerian Tailor Does

Guess, you’ve probably made few trips to tailors in your life to take in (or let out) a dress or to shorten a pair of pants, shirts, suits, or native wears given to you as a gift. But there is much more our Skilled Nigerian tailors can do.

Choosing a tailor can be tricky – Nigerian tailors are loose and experience does not always equate to skill.  Oftentimes I meet someone who can do what I ask, but fails to point out what I asked for will ruin the look of the garment.  Other times I have been promised the whole world only to receive back a garment unfit to wear.  When you find a tailor that you like, one who understands your needs, please treasure that relationship because a skilled Nigerian Tailor can save you on a very bad day.

Most people confuse a Fashion Designer with a Tailor, the reason may be because both use the same tools and the end product is clothing. However there is huge difference in how they work. The tailors directly take client’s measurement and stitch the clothes according to the design given by the client. The Fashion Designer on the other hand is the creator of a new design. The Fashion Designer takes inspiration from different themes and draws new ideas.  We know the business of fashion and tailoring become more easy and intriguing if we have a tailor who is also a fashion designer. 

What Nigerian tailor does that Nigerian Fashion designers may not do.

1.         A Skilled Nigerian tailor makes, repairs, or alters clothing.
2.                 He/she makes customized dress for a client who walks in his shop        professionally.
3.              A Nigerian tailor usually makes dresses which clients might select from in magazines, newspapers, fashion shows etc.
4.        .    A skilled Nigerian tailor is satisfied only when the client is happy; if the client isn’t satisfied with the clothes, the tailor either works to meet expectations or make the client whole by refunding his money.
5.             A good Nigerian tailor offers guidance, on styles and can work on any body shape.  
6.             A skilled Nigerian tailor who understands his position and treasures his/her relationship with you will always be accessible. You want a professional that is accessible; when you find out a week before your wedding you’re a little too large for your once well-fitting suit, you want someone who can help you in a pinch, don’t you?

A good tailor is hard to find, but once you do they will help take any of your existing formal looks to the next level.

You Don’t Need To Spend It All To Create A Killer Wardrobe

You currently go shopping once in a blue moon, which is already too much of a cost. Spending more would break your bank account. But you want to dress better, but the price tag is just too high.

Think of it; what if it wasn’t?

What if you could upgrade to a sharper-looking wardrobe on a super-tight budget?

The first step is determining which men’sclothing fashion house sell the clothes that fit your body closest or the best fashion designer that will understand your body shape.

You have to identify who is the best fashion designer that you admire his designs of best-fitting shirts, pants, suit, natives, etc. 

Go and evaluate your choice fashion designer. Remember, you are not shopping yet, you are evaluating. You’re finding the best fashion designer for future reference.

Set a Monthly Style Budget. Decide how much you want to invest in your wardrobe every month. You don’t have to divide your salary into two. Just remove a little amount, depending on the type of style you want to build.

Develop a shopping plan. Before you go out, make a list of the clothes you need.

Now you are ready; Go Upgrade Your Wardrobe.

By shopping smartly, you’ll quickly discover that the cost of rebuilding your wardrobe is far less than you imagined.

You have plenty of money to get started.

Remember, you don’t need a Porsche to learn how to drive, and you don’t need fancy designer clothes to learn how to dress yourself.

Learn to create awesome wardrobe with affordable clothes before you even consider the high-priced items.

And once you’re ready to spend big, you’ll already have a killer wardrobe at your disposal.

You’ll be rocking stylish clothes before you know it, man.