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Performing artist, lyricist and all-round creative soul Liz Ogumbo has been growing her fashion house ever since she started working in the fashion industry – as a model, stylist and fashion designer – more than a decade ago. For her, fashion started out as a hobby and finally culminated in the official launch of her eponymous clothing line in 2007. You can also find her designs under the labels Liz O. and Ken Soul. Her collections include a line of dresses and gowns for special occasions.

Her design ethos is guided by her belief that less is more when you have confidence. “I have minimised fuss and accented the beauty of our individuality as beautiful women,” she says. “My philosophy is that every day should be celebrated as an opportunity to make our mark, and we should celebrate through what we wear.
 
“I’m passionate about ‘the woman’ and how society perceives her as she constantly evolves. I hope my clothing and jewellery range is seen as a must-have for the fashion-savvy modern woman.”

She describes her trademark pieces as bold, elegant and timeless. “They invite women to embrace self-definition through sleek cuts, simple yet provocative designs and attitude that comes from the inside,” she says.

Besides her fashion design business, Liz also offers services such as image consulting, wardrobe styling and dress hire.
 
For more information, see www.lizogumbo.com.