TribesAndHistory: Can you tell us your name and how you’d like to be addressed?

Toyin: My name is Oluwatoyin, but I prefer to be called Toyin.

TribesAndHistory: How can readers connect with you?

Toyin: You can find me on Instagram at majestics.digital. That’s where I showcase my work and engage with the creative community. You can also connect with me on LinkedIn just search for Fagbamila Oluwatoyin.

TribesAndHistory: Where are you from?

Toyin: I’m from Lagos, Nigeria.

TribesAndHistory: What do you do?

Toyin: Well, I’m currently in the process of officially launching myReady to wear brand. It’s been a journey, but yes, I’m stepping fully into this new phase now.

TribesAndHistory: What inspired you to pursue this business?

Toyin: Honestly, I’ve always had a love for fashion, even though my personal style is not so pronounced or bold,  shirts and jeans, you know? But in my head, I was always styling people. During the pandemic, I stumbled upon a virtual fashion show by Hanifa, and it was such an eye-opener. I realized this was something I could actually do ,something I wanted to explore.
I already had some background in fashion; I attended a fashion school for about nine months. But it was after seeing that show that I became curious about 3D fashion. That curiosity led me to learn more and eventually venture into digital fashion.

TribesAndHistory: That’s amazing! Tell us more about your business. Promote it as much as you want.

Toyin: Thank you! So, I like to see myself as a digital fashion artist. I specialize in creating hyper-realistic 3D garments and enhancing visual content for fashion brands, magazines, and even video games. I also teach people how to get into 3D fashion, especially creatives who might not know where to start.
My classes are practical, engaging, and resourceful because I know how overwhelming it can be at the beginning. When I started, I didn’t have many resources or mentors. It was a lot of trial and error. That’s why I make it a point to guide my students in a way that saves them time and helps them avoid the mistakes I made.

TribesAndHistory: Can you share a pivotal moment in your career that shaped you into the leader you are today?

Toyin: It was definitely during the pandemic when I saw that 3D virtual fashion show. I saw myself in that space and realized this could change my entire career.
Even though I didn’t dive into it immediately , I had moments of doubt, wondering if this was really for me or if I should explore something else,but deep down, I knew this was what I wanted. Eventually, I took that leap. I dedicated myself to learning, sending DMs to people in the industry, watching endless tutorials, and just being very intentional about my growth. That moment really set the tone for the leader and creative I am today.

TribesAndHistory: How has your African heritage shaped your leadership and business journey?

Toyin: As a girl from Lagos, Nigeria, my environment made me very resourceful. I come from a place where you have to see opportunities even in the face of challenges, and trust me, in Nigeria, challenges are everywhere lol , unexpected ones that shouldn’t even have anything to do with you at the first place
I started with the bare minimum. My first laptop was so bad, you’d type on the keyboard, and the words wouldn’t appear until seconds later on the screen. I call it a potato laptop lol
That experience taught me resilience, creativity, and how to collaborate with others. It also made me want to show the world that Africans are not just consumers or spectators. We are creators. We are the show.

TribesAndHistory: What legacy do you hope to leave for the next generation of Africans?

Toyin: I want to show that we deserve to be in these global spaces, not because of diversity quotas, but because we’ve earned it.i don’t want us to be remembered only when they want to spotlight “Black creatives” or when the topic is “inclusion”  , I want the next generation to know they don’t have to follow traditional paths.
There are so many unexplored aspects of fashion beyond just making clothes, and I want them to see that they can break barriers and create niches. Even now, when people come to my page and tell me they’re seeing digital fashion for the first time, I want that to change. I want it to be so normal that it’s integrated into fashion school curriculums across Africa. It shouldn’t feel foreign anymore.

TribesAndHistory: That makes absolute sense. So, what about your heritage makes you most proud?

Toyin: Our storytelling, for sure. The way we turn challenges into opportunities. And the fact that no matter what we do, there’s always that African spice, that African touch we bring to the table.
Also, the sense of community. Africans are known for lifting one another up. I see it everywhere, both at home and abroad. It’s a beautiful thing , that ability to support each other fiercely.

TribesAndHistory: You know, that reminds me. I recently made a post on LinkedIn about the grit and resilience of Africans  and it got a lot of engagement. I also talked about how I’ve interviewed so many incredible African founders doing amazing things globally. It’s truly inspiring.

Toyin: Absolutely! Our resilience is unmatched. And that’s what keeps me going every day.