Many celebrities are beginning to see the need to expand their horizon and diversify their income streams
In Nigeria, many celebrities are beginning to see the need to expand their horizon and diversify their income streams.
This has shown that apart from their talent and creative works, some still have a business side and of course, they are smiling to the bank.
In fashion, here are 6 of our favourite celebrities who have launched merchandise lines –
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Gbemi – Gbemisoke Shoes
The popular media personality is the CEO of Gbemisoke shoes. The mediapreneur launched her shoe line in 2015 and she hasn’t looked back since.
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Toolz – Sablier Lingerie
On-Air Personality and brand influencer, Tolu Demuren, launched her lingerie and shapewear line in mid-2018. The curvy mediapreneur is also known for inspiring plus-sized women to be comfortable in their bodies.
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Wizkid -Starboy Jersey
Popular Nigerian artiste, Wizkid launched his jersey line in collaboration with international sportswear brand, NIKE, a few months ago. The Starboy jersey sold out 10 minutes after it launched.
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Burna Boy – Space Puff Cereal
The Nigerian artiste launched his limited edition Space Puff Cereal at his recent sold-out concert at the O2 Brixton Academy in London. The limit cereal has only 50 of its kind in the world.
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Genevive – St Genevive
Beautiful Nollywood actress cum director, Genevive Nnaji, launched ‘St Genevive’ in 2014, a clothing line in her name. She infuses her style into the dresses she produces for women.
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Ruggedman – 20th September Wears
Veteran rapper and UN peace ambassador, Ruggedman, officially launched his clothing line after his birthday in 2016. The sports lover produces trendy sports shirts and footwears under his ’20th September Wears’ Brand.
