Tejumola Maurice-Diya

Tejumola Maurice-Diya (born 27 December 1987) is a Nigerian-American fashion designer, entrepreneur and model. Quotes “At a time when African fashion is gaining global recognition, it is important that Africans document and tell their own stories,” “This project exists to preserve our heritage, celebrate our creativity, and help the world understand Africa through fashion, textiles, craftsmanship, and culture.” “We want young people to ask themselves important questions about identity, heritage, and creativity,” “It is one thing to see textiles online, but it is another thing entirely to touch them, feel them, and understand the stories behind them.” “For almost two years, The Fashioned Museum has been documenting African fashion country by country through research and storytelling,” “IAF 54 became the physical representation of that documentation because Africa’s stories deserve to be seen, experienced, and preserved.” “If we do not document our heritage, someone else may one day attempt to claim ownership of these textiles,” “Documentation removes doubt and ensures future generations understand the origins and significance of African fabrics.” External Links