“I have always wanted to be a designer. But I thought it would be when I turn 30. I didn’t think I would start at 17.”
What started as a fashion blog turned into a career for Nigerian fashion designer Dumebi Iyamah. At the young age of 17, Dumebi launched Andrea Iyamah, a line inspired by color and ethnic cultures, catering to women looking to wear fabulous pieces and edgy swimwear. The brand also offers ready-to-wear and custom-made special event dresses, which are influenced by the brand’s African heritage with a modern twist while maintaining attention to detail and cut.
Dumebi always had a love for sewing, but she never thought that she would be able to start her own clothing line. After saving up enough money, she was able to purchase her first sewing machine. Her first collection consisted of only two pieces, a pair of shorts and a jacket. 
Andrea Iyamah has been featured in various local and international fashion shows, establishing an international presence.
To view more of the collection, please visit Andrea Iyamah
Sources: AndreaIyamah & Illuminessencemag
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Ty
I LOVE this suits. They are all so cute and so original. I really love the cape.
Mimi Green
That cape in that last picture. SLAY ALL DAY HONEY! I would rock that thang until the thread fell out.
Miss Jamila
Mimi GreenI know right, I love that piece!
Jay | Relaxed Thairapy
I love the suits. I’ll take the first and third one, thank you! 🙂
Allison Jones
I love her swimsuits! I ordered two last summer and they’re so cute. It’s awesome to learn a little more about her.
LiveLifeWell,
Allison
Kara
That coverup is so fabulous but that crop top and brief swimsuit has my name all over it!
Kara
That blue cover up is so fabulous but that crop top and brief swimsuit has my name all over it!
Nicole (Nicole's Lifestyle Lounge)
Love these! Motivation to get back into superior form.
Antoinette
Very nice, edgy designs. That cape is all sorts of fierce!
Valerie Robinson
OMG – I love the one with the cape. Totally fabulous!
T. Espinoza
Yaaas! I love her swimsuits. I’ve been stalking her instagram since last year 🙂
Jonna
That cape in the last picture – gasp!!! Love that! I would rock that all summer with my swimsuits. Gorgeous!
Christine MomsNCharge
Wow, she is so talented! I am loving and needing that cape! Would love to see if she can join BlackBizScope.com. People need to know about this. I’ll be checking out her site.
Vashti (veepeejay.com)
Those swimsuits are FABULOUS! Kudos to her for following her dreams!
Ariel
I LOVE these swin suits! The cut-outs really make them one-of-a-kind. And that cape at the end?! Need. Congrats to this young woman.