Evans Akere | |
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 Evans Akere, founder of Vanskere | |
| Born | Evans Akere |
| Nationality (legal) | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | London College of Fashion, Ambrose Alli University |
| Occupation | Fashion Designer |
| Spouse |
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| Children | 3 |
| Website | https://www.vanskere.com |
Evans Akere, popularly known as VANSKERE,[1][2][3] [4] is a Nigerian fashion designer and the founder of the luxury menswear brand, Vanskere.[2] Despite not being widely known by his name,[3]. His designs and signature style has significantly influenced the landscape of menswear fashion, leaving a notable impact not only within the fashion scene of Nigeria but extending to the broader context of menswear fashion trends across the African continent.[5][6][5][7][8]
Education edit
Akere studied law at Ambrose Alli University, He was called to the Nigerian Bar Association in 2003. He also studied Luxury brand management and product design at the London college of fashion.[9]
Career edit
During the time studying law, he found it difficult to fit in as a law student due to his elaborate dressing style. After being walked out of court due to his inability to conform to the dress code, he decided to pursue fashion after his Call to the Bar.
Akere's first client was his brother, who he lived with at Yaba, Lagos. He started by sketching designs and eventually began making clothes for his brother. His brother's friends became his clients through referrals. Over time, Akere discovered that he was getting more patronage for traditional wears than English wear, leading him to focus on traditional wears.[10]
Evans Akere has styled several dignitary, celebrities and influencers such as Mike Adenuga, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, Donald Duke, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu,[11] Richard Mofe-Damijo, Bovi, Joseph Benjamin, Julius Agwu and others.[5]
Brands edit
In addition to Vanskere, Evans Akere also owns Signore Fusion,[12] a diverse brand that offers modern traditional attire. He has expanded his entrepreneurial ventures into the home decor industry with Vanskere Homes, which sells a variety of interior decoration and home equipment.
Personal Life edit
He is married to Abiemwense Evans-Akere and they have three children
References edit
- ^ "About Evans Akere". Mbari Uno. Retrieved 2023-03-18.
- ^ a b "BBC Interview With Evans Akere". BBC Pidgin. Retrieved 2020-01-01.
- ^ a b "Meet Evans Akere The Man Behind Vanskere". Tribe and Elan. Retrieved 2021-01-31.
- ^ "EVANS AKERE: INNOVATING AFRICAN TRADITIONAL WEAR". VANGUARD ALLURE. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- ^ a b c "Evans Akere Showcases at the International Fashion Festival in Togo". FashionEVO. Retrieved 2023-03-01.
- ^ "Evans Akere Hosts 4th edition of Vanskere mentorship programme". FashionandCo Everything Fashion and More. Retrieved 2022-11-16.
- ^ "BNStyleWithAStory: Here Are Evans Akere's Top 9 Tips On Running A Fashion Business". Vanskere Journal. Retrieved 2021-06-16.
- ^ "How Vanskere Designs Communicates Modest Glamour and Class". Vanskere Journal. Retrieved 2023-03-18.
- ^ "Evans Akere: The Fashionpreneur who Makes Africa's Coolest Trad Wears". Business Elites Africa a premier source for celebrating African business excellence. Retrieved 2023-11-04.
- ^ "How Pastor Ighodalo Encouraged Akere To Stay In Fashion Design Industry". BellaNaija Style. Retrieved 2022-05-01.
- ^ "Ebuka Revolutionized Men's Fashion With Vanskere Iconic Suit". Vanskere Journal. Retrieved 2023-03-06.
- ^ "Signore Fusion by Vanskere presents The Glaze Campaign". BellaNaija Styles. Retrieved 2017-11-07.
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