Meet Temitope Ogunseitan | Fashion stylist/visual Artist

We had the good fortune of connecting with Temitope Ogunseitan and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Temitope, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?

This initiative lead to an award and letter of recognition by the Ogun state Governor.

2018 We started an independent Art programme named [Kopas Art jamboree] its a skill acquisition scheme for fresh Graduates At NYSC camp lagos nigeria, Aims of the programme is to encourage youths to get a lifetime skill and get more individual in the creative labour market.

A lot of Youth was positively impacted through this programme and learnt a new lifeskill in Art/fashion and most still practice till date, which is my biggest Archivement till date.

We got newspaper publications and more blog posts and recognition from the program .

After gaining experience in different creative firm of Art and fashion I decided to put my skills together to create unique fashion piece from fashion illustration to sourcing fabrics from thrift collections and recreating them to suit different personalities for occasions.

Accessing my Art and fashion skills I decided to build something for my community,I’m drawn to community development projects, I started working closely with Aspiring Creatives in the industry which lead to the birth of Drippcity community HUB, a safe community space for creatives in Lagos Nigeria to Develop, build and grow in their different creative field.

Drippcity_ng fashion Hub focuses more on promoting and nurturing Aspiring creatives that feels insecure and couldn’t afford the expenses of getting into the creative world.

The space was open to free fashion styling sessions and fitting for music Artists, fashion shoot for models, Designers, Dancers and opportunities to Aspiring stylist to learn and grow.

The opportunity has lead to growth of a lot of fast rising creatives in from 2019.

I illustrate unique designs and work closely with young fashion designers and stylist to create outstanding outfit for high profiled personalities from Tv shows and music Artists.

I was able to bridge the gap between high profile personalities and aspiring creatives in nigeria, leaving young creative with the thought of everything is possible if there is determination, i Intended supporting and inspiring more youth and create more opportunities all over the world.

I relocated to united Kingdom feb 2023 with my partner, who came to further her masters Degree in the UK.

However, my aims in wales is to work closely with creatives in wales and startup bussiness to develop the creative industry give opportunities to young aspiring persons to grow and network with the right people in their dreams of becoming successful.

I organised my first Artworkshops in uk with AfricanWelshNews in March 2023 at loudon Square Cardiff, the main innovation is to introduce young persons into DigitalArt space as digital is the next big thing in future, its a digital Acquisition skills scheme facilitating illustration, Animation and graphics design for the young ones and the turnout was impressive.

I’m June 2023, I was able to meet a creative director and photographer Taiye Omokore founder of [KLAT Magazine], we collaborated and created a fashion Editorial shoot for models from Emkaimodels with unique designs from Drippcity_ng which was styled by me.

August 2023 I was invited as a special guest at the black history month in Cardiff, organized by the creative cymru as a fashion icon to encourage young creatives in wales.

29th August, I got invited to London fashion souk “Annual Africa PopUp, London edition as an Africa style icon, l was able to influence people from diverse backgrounds with my style of printed Africa Royal coat which lead to the success/sales for the our brand.

I was also invited as a guest of honor at the swansea fashion show in wales to also encourage models and support stylist backstage.

I had my first first personal fashion popup in Barry vintage market as a Designer and stylist where am able to display my unique designs to the locals of the community.

In October 2023 my fashion editorial with SEAN from EMKaimodels was published on phillipean magazine (centrestage).

Further more, I collaborated with the founder of AllSaints, Stuart Trevor on his new sustainable brand bolongaro Trevor, I worked as a lead Creative Art/stylist on the brand and the success of the collaboration lead to recognition all over uk and Europe.

November 17th 2023 my designs were been showcased on the runway in the wales, where I was able to style five models in extraordinary Artistic designs, Thecardiffstreetfashion gave me yet another opportunity to Display my Art through fashion by painting unique Abstracts on pieces of fabrics and collections from my brand.

The display of Art and street fashion left people of wales in Awe because it’s the first of its kind seeing a display of fashion and Art runway on the street.

December 2023, series of my style and design editorial was Published on GMARO magazine, Looch magazine, Blur magazine and many more publications all across the Uk and Europe.

January 2024, I had another opportunity to be part of the scouting panel for EMA Agency for swansea fashion week SS24.

February 2024 , I was again part of the Londonfashionweek working with a British Designer [Brian clark] as Assistant and lead fashion stylist at the show, the unique collaboration and great spirit drive to a successful publication on Londonfashion week website.The brand will also be showcasing in NewYorkfashion by September 2024.

I was part of the UA in UK FASHION WEEK, I was invited as a style icon by Alex’s volkova for the Ukrainian fashion COMMUNITY in the UK to encourage ukrainian designers and displaying important of style in fashion branding at the show.

March, I had the honour to collaborate in an Art Exhibition with Kai London Art Agency, where I was able to make use of my Art/fashion skill to pass the message that every Artists has a unique story to tell. I had the opportunity to DESIGN the suit worn by the models and was able to give it a unique finish with paintings on each suits to match through art pieces been displayed on the run way and giving it a synchronizing feel.

The event got lots of recognition across all social media attention, it was also published on  Tainted magazine USA and many more

I got contacted by kei London that another brilliant showcase is coming up by September due to popular demand from the collectors, where I will be showing another outstanding Art/fashion display in London.

The Art runway featuring local contemporary Artists with the aims of raising money for charity homes and hospitals in London. The showcase started from Beauchamp and ended on the street of knightbridge London, we captured the attention of lot of locals and Art collectors.

1st of April I got nominated by the national diversity award for the role of enterprenuer of excellence in fashion.

April 16th I organized a fashion campaign for DATI clothing a sustainable fashion brand in wales, the goal is to have a campaign across uk, taking local fashion bussiness to different cities, engaging young aspiring designers and models to promote their independence through sustainable fashion.

Our first shoot location was in London, our aim is promoting eco -friendly fashion and minimizing waste and pollution in the world.

20th of April I had the opportunity to speak at the Annual fashion Revolution in wales “MEND in PUBLIC”. I was able to speak on the importance of styling in sustainable fashion, relating it to my journey as a Designer and stylist. we also had a live styling session where I displayed diverse ways of putting sustainable outfit designs together to suits different occasions and to attract attention in fashion business/world.

Some of the graduating students from Bridgend fashion college and University of South Wales students were present at the event and were inspired by the speech and the effortless live style displayed. Some of the students and lecturers also get in touch for future workshops or collaborations.

I was privileged to be part of the selected creative in wales to facilitate a new creative project for cathays community titled REKINDLE & INSPIRE. We had our first creative day on 21th of April, where I was able to mentor young individuals introducing them to digital illustration and Animation. I also shared my life stories on how I survived through my Artistic skills

My story was interesting to the young creatives which made them feel engaged in the creative classes, the class will be running till July 2025

April 29th I was invited by the cultural style week at the Westminster university to Assit the fashion students with styling on their first runway show and to share my experience on the importance of styling as a designer and presentation on the runway.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?

My name is Temitope Ogunseitan Ayobami, popularly known as TP4STYLE. I am visual Artist who express art through fashion by curating collections from upcycled and preloved items sourced from vintage and charity stores to make bold fashion statement, As an art/fashion stylist, I aim to bridge the gap between different socio-economic classes by reimagining and styling pieces from charity shops to rival luxury brands. I believe “IT DOESN’T TAKE THE WHOLE WORLD TO LOOK EXPENSIVE”; with a positive mindset, anyone can achieve their desired style.

My unique style defies mainstream opinions by utilizing upcycled and preloved garments, authentic fabrics, and distinctive designs, resulting in one-of-a-kind of collections. Each piece is finished with artistic flair and accessorized to perfection, making my creations easily recognizable.

I take pride in my creative journey, impacting young creatives in Africa by offering growth opportunities through my creative hub, DRIPPCITY NG. Starting in 2010 by sourcing thrift and preloved clothes from local markets in Lagos,(kATANGUA,ASWANI,YABA ) Nigeria, due to financial constraints, I transformed these pieces into eye-catching styles that caught the attention of fashion influencers and celebrities, ultimately leading to the success of DRIPPCITY in 2019.

Overcoming challenges through faith in my vision, I’ve learned the importance of consistency, community building, and supporting other’s growth. A free spirit and positive mindset have guided me, alongside embracing failures as learning experiences. Through TP4creative, I have inspired and empowered young talents to realize their creative potentials, emphasizing that creating opportunities and making a difference doesn’t require vast resources but determination and passion.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?

The best spot to take a friend to is Afro Lounge, the best African restaurant in Cardiff. Their food tastes is great which gives an home away from home feelings. They also got good ambiance and welcoming atmosphere.

In addition to Afro Lounge, visitors in Cardiff could explore Cardiff Castle, enjoy a stroll in Bute Park, visit the National Museum Cardiff, or take a boat tour on Cardiff Bay. These spots offer a mix of history, nature, and culture for a well-rounded experience.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
Shoutout to my beautiful wife Oyinkansola and my adorable son Jayden, shout out to my brother Martin Kurina founder of Emkaimodels, shout out to Mr Oni Gbenga founder of Africa Welsh News, shoutout to Mr Tunde Badmus founder of Afro Lounge Cardiff, shoutout to Taiye Omokore.

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