From FUTA to Fashion: A Decade Building a Bespoke Men’s Brand with Olanrewaju Akinsiku

About this episode

Olanrewaju Akinsiku shares his journey of building a bespoke men’s brand in Nigeria, discussing challenges, craftsmanship, and insights for aspiring designers.

Join me on this Amazing Exploits episode as we sit down with Olanrewaju Akinsiku , founder and creative director of Sevunteen Tailored , a leading bespoke men’s brand in Nigeria. From studying Project Management at FUTA to spending a decade building a name in menswear , Olanrewaju shares his journey of craft, mindset, and entrepreneurship . In this episode, you’ll hear about: How early challenges shaped his path into fashion. The philosophy behind meticulous craftsmanship and quality. Lessons for aspiring designers looking to build a brand in Nigeria. Insights on growing a business and leaving a legacy. Whether you’re a budding designer, entrepreneur, or simply love fashion, this conversation is packed with practical insights, inspiration, and real-life lessons .

People in this episode

Guest: Olanrewaju Akinsiku

Topics covered

• fashion
• entrepreneurship
• menswear
• craftsmanship

Keywords

• bespoke
• Sevunteen Tailored
• Project Management
• Nigeria

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Sevunteen Tailored

Books & works: Amazing Exploits

Places: Nigeria

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