So many things the world enjoys came from Africa,” she said… - Shade Thomas-Fahm

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So many things the world enjoys came from Africa,” she said. “I think it’s about time that they stop pretending they don’t get so many of their ideas from us.

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About Shade Thomas-Fahm

Shade Thomas-Fahm ( born, on September 22, 1933) is a Nigerian fashion designer. She regarded as Nigeria's first modern fashion designer" and pioneer. She was the first fashion designer to open a fashion boutique in Nigeria. Fahm brought attention to the Nigerian fashion industry. Her enduring impact will be celebrated at London's Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) in London in 2022.

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Alternative Names: Victoria Omọ́rọ́níkẹ Àdùkẹ́ Fọlashadé Thomas • Shadé Thomas

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