Share FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinWhatsappTelegramEmail 375 When Folake Folarin-Coker launched her outfit, Tiffany Amber, in 1998, not many gave her any chance of survival. Many derided her because they couldn’t rationalise her decision to go into fashion design, having bagged a Master’s degree in Petroleum Law. But as a visionary, she alone knew (still knows) why she dumped her degree in Law for fashion design. But rather than entomb her dream in the face of criticisms, she simply resolved to give it her all. Interestingly, Folarin-Coker, one of the few who revolutionised the Nigerian fashion industry, is still waxing stronger, 15 years after. Without doubt, the daughter Parakoyi of Ibadan-land, Chief Bode Akindele, has become a force in the fashion industry, as she continues to keep to her vision. This woman of substance is reputed for hoisting the Nigerian flag at fashion events all over the world. Though she was born in Lagos, she attended schools in Switzerland, England and Scotland. She relocated to Nigeria in 1998, having spent most of her childhood in Europe, exploring different cultures. In addition to her main line, Folake extended her creative borders by adding two more lines under Tiffany Amber Nigeria: Tan by Tiffany Amber (diffusion line) and Folake Folarin (couture line). Though each line is distinctive, they both represent the designer’s iconic style. Folarin-Coker won Designer of the Year at the African Fashion International (AFI) in 2009 in Johannesburg. In 2011, her fearless luxury collection won “Fashion Brand of the Year” at the Arise Magazine Fashion Week. More Articles You Would Love The Nominees For African Fashion Awards Meet The Nigerian Model Going Viral For Being Toothlessly Beautiful & Read Her Sad Childhood Experience Source: allAfrica.com african fashionafter 15 yearsdesignerfashion industrynigeriastill waxing strongertiffany amber Share FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinWhatsappTelegramEmail Ben I think fashion in Africa is about to explode and I am excited to be a part of it. Message me anytime. More For You #OOTD: Shams Berry Merges Elegance & Sultriness in Magbrien’s Striking Bustier Ensemble VIDEO: Watch The Moment Two Young Chinese Boys Were Over Excited To See... Muyishime Unleashes The ‘Conlang Collection’: A Bold Step Towards Inclusive Fashion #OOTD: Crochet Like You’ve Never Seen; Witness The Stunning Crochet/Kente Print Look By... #BIKINIBAE: Cute Grenadian Beauty Reysher Is Serving Stunning Swimwear With Unparalleled Grace &... VIDEO: Rihanna Promises Ayra Starr A Verse After Rick Ross Failed To Create... PICS: Top Influencer Krisline Stars in Fabulous ‘SISTERHOOD’ Images Featuring Sierra Leone Influencer... VIDEO: Watch Rihanna Take A Shot At Learning Congolese Language Lingala Hemadé Unveils ‘SWEET FAMILY’ Collection: A Nostalgic Blend Of Modernity And Vintage Elegance VIDEO: “Indians Used To Burn Their Hair Until They Realized Stupid African Women... Leave a Comment Cancel ReplyYou must be logged in to post a comment. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.