T.I Nathan, a Lagos based men’s wear brand founded by Nathan Ilesanmi took a bold step towards celebrating Nigeria’s most revered actor, Richard Mofe Damijo popularly called RMD an acronym that leaves many in the dark of what the real name is. The T.I Nathan brand celebrates not just the man that RMD has made himself, but also the father figure, the husband and highly proficient politician, accompanied with some stylish photoshoots.
The creative director, who happens to be the chief executive officer had a few words to share:
‘Richard Mofe Damijo, prominent in his ways and action is being embossed in the very essence of what it is to be a legend, to be an inspiration, to have the power to create a revolution.
RMD isn’t just an actor or figure of respect. He represents something, a drive, a yearning within so many people.
Richard Mofe Damijo is the source of total expression. From his captivating movies to his amazing skill in being a husband, father and a grandfather, we have come to understand that Richard is an embodiment of total Inspiration, thriving as the man who is so revered from the west. He is different, charming, funny and real.‘
The creative director went further to apprise the veteran in view of his fashionable and stylish persona;
The creative director believes Richard Mofe Damijo is style inspiration to older men looking to keep up the good looks. He is a man with amazing style and with his distinctive taste in clothing, it is worthy of the celebration of a legend.
In the accompanying photo editorial, RMD looked every inch as described by Temitayo creative director of the T.I Nathan, captured in a double lapel tuxedo paired with damask pants, matching pants and blazer, damask jacket and a crisp white shirt paired with floral pants.
All outfits by T.I Nathan
Creative Direction – Temitayo Nathan
Style Direction – Mag Payne
Makeup/ Grooming – Leylarh Cadne
Photographer – D’Mayo
Words by – Chuka Nwobi
Floral slippers – T.I Nathan x BLAQ shoes
Excerpt: stylevitae.com
