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Building Africa's Zara with Elikem Kumordzie 'The Tailor'

Elikem is known for designing and tailoring custom outfits, particularly for men, but his collections also include women’s fashion. Elikem’s designs often fuse traditional African styles with modern, trendy aesthetics, making him one of the most popular designers in Ghana’s fashion scene.

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Hubert Mensah
September 22, 20241 min read
Building Africa's Zara with Elikem Kumordzie 'The Tailor'

Elikem Kumordzie is a Ghanaian actor, fashion designer, and tailor. He first gained widespread recognition as a contestant on the reality TV show Big Brother Africa in 2013, where he represented Ghana and placed third overall. His appearance on the show earned him significant fame across the African continent.

After Big Brother Africa, Elikem leveraged his popularity to build a successful fashion brand. He is known for designing and tailoring custom outfits, particularly for men, but his collections also include women’s fashion. Elikem’s designs often fuse traditional African styles with modern, trendy aesthetics, making him one of the most popular designers in Ghana’s fashion scene. His clientele includes celebrities, professionals, and individuals looking for bespoke clothing.

In addition to his fashion career, Elikem continues to act in films, particularly within Ghana’s film industry,

Learn about how he is building Africa's Zara in this video:

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