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Established in 2012 – at just 17 years old – by British-born Nigerian designer Oluwagbemisola “Gbemi” Okunlola, Alonuko specialises in bespoke bridalwear and ready-to-wear evening designs, crafted and managed by an in-house team of 20 skilled professionals. With a mission to empower women through exceptional design, Alonuko blends cultural significance, luxury, and scalability to address evolving market needs.

Operating from its London headquarters, Alonuko is a trailblazing women’s luxury brand generating annual revenues exceeding £1 million. From humble beginnings in Peckham, where Gbemi taught herself to sew at the age of 11 after watching her mother create gowns, Alonuko has grown into an internationally recognised brand. Through its studio in London, online platform, trunk shows and global pop-ups, the brand provides access to its exclusive designs, catering to a diverse and international clientele.