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Duro Olowu
Collection of the National Archives, Obama Presidential Library. Image courtesy of The Obama Foundation.
Duro Olowu
Collection of the National Archives, Obama Presidential Library. Image courtesy of The Obama Foundation.

Duro Olowu

Nigerian-British
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Place ActiveLondon, England
Place of BirthLagos, Nigeria
Duro Olowu is a Nigerian-born British fashion designer. In 2004, Olowu launched his eponymous women's wear label. First Lady Michelle Obama frequently wore his designs, which are known for their signature use of luxurious textiles and original prints inspired by his international background. In 2015, Mrs. Obama commissioned Olowu to decorate the Vermeil Room in the White House for Christmas.