Just as is the case with most children, I had my fair share of fantasies as to the kind of life I would like to have as a grown woman. My sky was adorned with a galaxy of career choices. One morning I wanted to be a medical doctor, and the next day I wanted to be a pilot; another day an aeronautical engineer and the next a lawyer. I wasn’t sure in depth what all these meant; one thing I knew for sure was that I wanted to be successful. For me, success could create no better imagery than my mum. Though she was a banker, what struck me most was her sense of fashion. She would transform into a confident, hardworking woman when she puts on her corporate wears and then a traditional African mother in her traditional attire. I was intrigued by how fashion can inspire ones character and influence how others see them.
After undergoing a fashion design course in UK and tailoring course in Ghana, I designed my own clothing line which was feature in educational magazine SCORIN sponsored by Mallam Nasir El Rufai who is now the Governor of Kaduna State. I also showed my designs at two acclaimed events in the same year. While I have love for clothing design, my love for accessories has grown tremendously. A bag, a necklace or a bracelet can change the interpretation of a simple piece.
In my journey of life which is strewn with bends, straight course and turns that enrich the experience of life, I found myself broking Real Estate deals on properties in the seemingly lull market of Dubai. In just over one year, I have brokered deals of AED15 million (US$4.1million).
My Name ‘Billion’ draws a lot of attention because of what it represents, money, power, Luxury, class, taste and quality.
Join me in my bag adventure as well as materials put together for bag production.
Billion Olagbaye