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The Brand

Tesslo is a premium fashion brand specializing in creating customized, high-quality, timeless, and professionally tailored pieces, both classic and avant-garde. Founded by the talented Tessy Oliseh-Amaize in 2005, Tesslo currently operates as a virtual atelier based in Washington, D.C.

A Visionary Founder

Born into a family of footballers, Tessy embarked on a journey of artistic expression that led her to study fashion at Middlesex University in London. After graduating in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Design, she returned to Nigeria to launch Tesslo, becoming its Creative Director.

Tessy’s passion for fashion and dedication to quality were immediately recognized. In 2006, Tesslo emerged as Nigeria’s top designer, beating more than 125 other fashion designers to clinch the Best Fashion Designer Award at the Nigeria Fashion Show (NFS) 2006/2007—a national talent competition. This award marked a turning point in Tesslo’s remarkable journey.

Ever since, Tesslo’s designs have been showcased at prestigious fashion shows and events around the world, from Lagos to Paris to Washington, D.C. These include the Nigeria Fashion Week, Stars on the Runway, Encomium Black and White Ball, Nigeria Model Awards, and “Heart of Africa” Project.

Brand Aesthetic

Tesslo’s vision is to create a sustainable global fashion brand that promotes a fusion of traditional African aesthetics with Western styles and fashion trends from around the world. This unique blend of influences gives birth to clothing that is both timeless and contemporary, sophisticated and bold.

The giraffe, the brand’s logo, symbolizes grace and elegance. This majestic creature, though gentle and quiet, naturally becomes the center of attention. The giraffe embodies the essence of the Tesslo brand: confident, captivating, subtle, and effortlessly stylish.

Quality and Sustainability

The brand’s focus on quality and excellence ensures that each piece is meticulously handcrafted to perfection with durability in mind. This commitment to quality has earned Tesslo a loyal following among business professionals, fashion connoisseurs, entertainers, celebrities, and other prominent personalities. 

Rebuilding a Legacy

In 2020, Tessy and her husband, Ohimai Amaize, received political asylum in the United States. Tessy is now rebuilding Tesslo in Washington, D.C., using her nearly two decades of experience and talent to offer the brand’s unique pieces to the American and global markets.

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