Sydney Nwakanma founded EMEKA Suits to merge sustainability, tailoring, and African ingenuity. The brand is built on upcycling, transforming secondhand textiles sourced in Africa into vibrant suits that combine West African prints with modern, gender-fluid cuts. EMEKA employs local tailors across the continent, creating jobs while promoting circular fashion. Known for its bold colors and “Business Unusual” suits, the label debuted at Berlin Fashion Week and has since gained international attention for turning discarded materials into luxury. Nwakanma’s vision is as much about social impact as it is about style, building a bridge between sustainability and African craftsmanship.

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