Nigerian-born Duro Oluwu was enlisted by
U.S First Lady to decorate the White House in preparation for the this
year’s Christmas celebrations. Olowu decorated the Vermeil room. He was
born to a Nigerian father and Jamaican mother.
Duro was raised in Lagos and studied law
in London before returning to Nigeria to practice for a few years. Here
he developed an interest in fashion. In October 2004, he launched his
first women’s wear label with a collection for Spring/Summer 2005.
His designs have earned him clients like
Michelle Obama, who has worn his designs severally. The list of
celebrities who wear his design include, Uma Thurman, Keira Knightley
and Linda Evangelista; one of the most accomplished and influential
models of all time.
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