Adire Fashion – An Interview with Ms. Adebisi Maryam Toyin

Today’s interview is with Ms. Adebisi Maryam Toyin, an enthusiastic owner of an adire fashion business. Today she shares her journey and talks about what her business offers to Yorubas, and the world at large.

Before we dive in, do you know we have merch? Don’t snooze!

1. Tell us your name, qualifications (if you want) and about your business

I am Mrs Adebisi Maryam Toyin. I graduated from Zamfara State Polytechnic Mafara (HND Business Administration). The fabrics business is inborn from my grandparents to my mum and me. 

Adire idea came when the curiosity to carve my niche aroused in me. I tried to deviate from the type of fabrics my family is known for. 

My core values? The customers should get value for what they pay for.

2. What products or services do you offer?

I sell adire fabrics, local, imported and ready-to-wear

3. What problem does your product/service solve for customers?

I make adire fabrics accessible and affordable without compromising quality and quantity. 

4. Who is your target audience?

Africans and African fabric lovers

5. You can share a success story or case study of what your customers say about your services.

I felt fulfilled when a customer in Canada prayed for me wholeheartedly after receiving her order.

6. Please share the special promotions or discounts currently running for your business here.

Right now, there are no promos, but be rest assured that I don’t do what you order versus what you get.

8. How can readers find your business online?

You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok (@campala store).

9. If you want, you can offer an exclusive discount for your product/services to my readers

Be precise on what you want, we will guide you. 

10. What advice do you have for aspiring entrepreneurs?

Just start with the little you have, don’t underestimate humility.