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ATAFO is a fashion brand that creates menswear, womenswear, and bridal garments. The brand is known for its stylish approach to traditional Nigerian wear, showcasing Mai Atafo’s deep connection to his heritage and roots.

As Chief Creative Officer, Mai Atafo has led ATAFO to become one of Africa’s leading fashion labels, producing high-quality, luxury pieces with exceptional craftsmanship and tailoring.

ATAFO offers bespoke tailored garments, elegant wedding gowns, and sartorially elegant ready-to-wear pieces. The brand draws inspiration from each client’s individuality, crafting one-of-a-kind ensembles that become an extension of the wearer. ATAFO has cultivated a sophisticated national and international clientele based on its reputation for craftsmanship, tailoring, innovation, and quality.

The brand is known for its clean cuts, impeccable fit, and attention to detail. ATAFO has showcased collections at various fashion weeks around the world and has become an internationally recognized fashion force.

In 2011...

ATAFO launched a bridal line, expanding its desire to be a part of life’s big moments. The brand is dedicated to elevating the Nigerian fashion industry by producing timeless, transcendent, luxury clothing.

For Spring/Summer ’23...

ATAFO hosted its first standalone fashion show, unveiling a menswear, womenswear, and bridal collection that paid homage to over a decade of creating timeless fashion statements.

For Spring/Summer ’24...

ATAFO hosted another revolutionizing show, with 800+ guests experiencing its new collection in an immersive front row experience. This direction continues to emphasize the brand’s intentional step to bringing its growing audience a first-hand view of new season designs in heightened curated shows that prioritizes the customer’s unique viewing experience.

Awards for Brands & Designers

Black history & lifestyle award
Special recognition for fashion
- 2023
Gahawards
Iconic Male Designer of the Year
- 2022
TAPP
Fashion Icon award
- 2022
Fashion’s Finest Africa Awards Lagos
Outstanding Contribution to Nigerian Fashion
- 2019
Glazia Magazine
Person of The Year (FASHION)
- 2018
Fashion’s Finest Africa Awards Lagos
Menswear Fashion Brand of The Year
- 2018
Fashion’s Finest Africa Awards Lagos
Menswear Fashion Brand of The Year
- 2018
Glitz Style Awards Ghana
African Designer of the Year
- 2017
La Mode Magazine Ever Green Event Awards
Fashion Brand CEO of the Year
- 2017
Men’s Fashion Week Nigeria
Man of The Year – (The Man Award)
- 2017
Abryanz Style and Fashion Awards Uganda
Lifetime Style & Fashion Icon Achievement
- 2017
Abryanz Style and Fashion Awards Uganda
Fashion Designer of the Year West Africa
- 2016
Lagos Fashion and Design Week
Menswear Designer of the year
- 2015
EbonylifeTV Sisterhood Awards
Man of the Year
- 2014
Thisday Style
Top Best Dressed Men for the year
- 2014
WED Magazine Nigerian
Bridal Fashion Designer of the Year
- 2013
Sideview Magazine Named one of the 50
Designer of the Year
- 2013
Thisday Style
Best dressed under 40
- 2013
Vanguard Allure
Named most stylish man of the year
- 2013
City People Fashion
Menswear Designer of the Year
- 2013
City People Fashion
Beauty Bridal Designer of the Year
- 2013
FAB Magazine
Fashion Brand of the Year
- 2012
WED Magazine
Bridal Fashion Designer of the Year
- 2012
Mode Men Magazine
Top 10 Best Dressed Man
- 2011
Vanguard Allure Magazine
Most Stylish Man
- 2011
Mode Men Magazine
Fashion Designer of the Year
- 2010
Mode Men Magazine
Best Dressed Man
- 2010
City people Fashion and Style
Special Recognition
- 2010
FAB Magazine
Fashion Brand of the Year
- 2010
Covenant University
The Redefinition Contribution to Fashion
- 2010
City people Fashion and Style
Special Recognition
- 2010
FAB Magazine
Fashion Brand of the Year
- 2010
Covenant University
The Redefinition Contribution to Fashion
- 2010
FAB Magazine
Fashion Brand of the Year
- 2010
Covenant University
The Redefinition Contribution to Fashion
- 2010
City people Fashion and Style
Special Recognition
- 2010
FAB Magazine
Fashion Brand of the Year
- 2010
Covenant University
The Redefinition Contribution to Fashion
- 2010
City people Fashion and Style
Hottest New Male Designer
- 2009
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