MEET OMEMMA NINA OKEY-UCHE

Omemma Nina is a Nigerian college student who schools in Dublin, she's one young skilled and talented designer Taking the Nigerian Ankara pieces and turning them into beautiful finished outfits, she's constantly in high demand as this half year alone she has been to 9 fashion shows and Her line "Nimi L'Africaine" is also showcased at this events, promoting the Nigerian culture and it's values.

It gives us great joy when we introduce young teens that are already CEO'S at this early stage....... Now meet miss Omemma okey-uche CEO Nimi L'Africaine  fashion line get to learn how she started, where she's heading to, her new projects and all that...........be sure to place your orders after this.

Name?

Omemma Nina Ebubechi Okey-Uche

What do your Friends Call you?

Omemma, Omemz, Mimi, Emma, Memzzy 

Tell us about about yourself?

I like it when my name is mentioned but not when it has to do with bad shit or drama. I'm extremely open. I love black and in another life I'd come back as a guy. 

State? 

Abia State

Schools Attended?( 2-3)

- Griffith College Dublin, Ireland

- Ladela Secondary School, Abuja, Nigeria 

- Lycée Français Vincent Van Gogh

- École Français Marcel Pagnol

Countries visited?

USA, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, The Netherlands, England,  France, Ghana, South Africa.

How did you first get into fashion designing? 

I had this Nintendo DS game called "Imagine: Fashion Designer" and "Imagine: Interior Designer" In fact that is when I discovered the term Design.

How would you describe your fashion style?

Ankara. That's all I can think of.

What do you find the most frustrating aspect of being a fashion designer?

Running up and down, Models not listening to you, The weather messing your plans. 

Could you describe a Typical workday for You?

My days are pretty random so I can't really.

Why did you choose to be doing this?

At first it was to give Africans in Dublin a means to wear Designs from the Motherland but then Nigeria's Economy chose to fall so, it's 50% for the people and 50% to survive. 

How would you describe your personal style and is there a person who is a fashion inspiration to you?

I can't describe my personal style cause it's very vague but my fashion inspirations of whom I'd like to dress like consists of my Mother, Nini Okey-Uche, her sister, Somachi Kachikwu and Naeto C's Wife, Nicole Chukwueke! 

At what age did you start being fascinated with fashion?

For one of my birthdays I was given a MySpace Doll design book were I had to design fashion items so I guess it stuck. 

How do you stay updated on current trends?

Twitter & Tumblr

Who's your favorite designer of all time?

Amède and Charvide! They are the first Nigerian Designers that I ever met! I'm not a huge fan of all them Oyibo type of designers but I like their jewelries though. 

Do you attend fashion weeks or fashion related events? 

I only have time for Fashion shows because they are mostly at weekends. 

What's the most treasured item in closet?

My underwear! I don't get how some girls leave the homes with no undies!?

How has being an entrepreneur affected your Family?

I guess they are proud of me because beside being super busy and struggling with the balance of school, fun and business I'm still kinda copping. The other day my mom sent me a text saying that she is happy I am now a {Working-Class Babe}. 

How do you market yourself and get your designs and clothes out there?

Before I had even created our social media platforms My manager Maxwell had booked a space for a fashion show. That was my first Show and from there people started asking for my details, prices, and all and its from there that I was like "Hey they actually like my stuff!" Since that day marketing wasn't a problem because  after every show people would come to see me and tell me they are either interested or can they pay on the spot for some. 

What do you do for fun when your not working?

- Sleep

- Party

- Cook

What's your ideal man like?

- Tall

- Smart 

- Not Oyibo Biko.

- Funny

- God fearing 

- Respectful

- Cliques with my family 

- Ambitious 

- Can dance 

- Bonus: Speaks French 

What's your dress sense like?

Laid-back Bohemian Party goer. Like my friends know that if I had my way I'd be in Leggings and a hoodie with palms but when the need arises like Parties and Church I go all out and dress like I'm about to meet my future husband.

What's your most Valuable item? 

My Phone!

What is it about your style that sets you apart from others in this same Business?

Besides the fact that I provide already made African clothes, nothing really. It's in Dublin that I stand out more. There is one other African Designers in Dublin but he specialize in specific designs, like bow ties and pocket squares. Meanwhile I offer the same but more, we have basic things that can be sown by any Nigerian trailer like Skirts, Blazers, etc, but then we have some items that people don't generally make like laces. Honestly I think that's pretty cool.

How do you balance your Job and school Work?

Because Nimi L'Africaine is better known in Dublin, I have a manager. His name is Maxwell. He handles everything for me when I'm to busy with school. Law isn't easy btw! I don't even know who sent me.

What are some common Fashion mistakes Women Make?

To be very honest, I don't know. I make so many fashion errors myself so it would be hypocritical of me to point out mistakes others may have made. 

What outfit do you think every Lady should have in her closet?

A black short dress!

What other projects are you working On?

I haven't told anyone this but I'm Low key writing a book. Not like a huge novel, more like a novella with a bunch of stories for pre-teens. 

Where do you see yourself in 5years?

Besides getting my Law degree I'd like to have my own little shops like one in Abuja, Lagos, Dublin and The Netherlands. 

Contact (Instagram , Twitter, snapchat, Facebook)?

- IG: @_o.n.e.o.u

- Twitter: @_oneou

- SC: omegalicious 

- FB: Omemma Nina Ebubechi Okey-Uche

Business handles

- IG: @nimi_lafricaine

- Twitter: @nimilafricaine