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Uganda 62’ Independence Day 🇺🇬 On Uganda Independence Day, we honor the Ankole, Baganda and Bagisu through the Mushanana and Busuuti (Gomesi) garments. We join the Western, Eastern and Central regions among others to share a glimpse of the beauty within the Pearl of Africa. Fashion Director + Photography: @koyooku Lighting: @bylarrylewis Retoucher: @retouch_andri Styling: @__tulai__ MUA: @beatbyye styled both @africanpearll + @miriamokay MUA: @thegoldennugpro styled @ashleen_aine Hair Artist: @diversemethodology styled both @africanpearll + @miriamokay Hair Artist: @amagehair.co styled @ashleen_aine Talent: @africanpearll Talent: @ashleen_aine Talent: @miriamokay

“YARD WORK” 🦋✨ photographed by @bylarrylewis, styled by @koyooku, dp/lighting by @emmanuel_porquin for talent @yenga.f

in the spur on occasion — 1.21

KIARA. photography @radiantchildstudio style @koyooku mua @zoerayartistry hair artist @kanikastyles talent @kiara_arnolddd

JALIN. photographed + creative directed by @radiantchildstudio, styled by @koyooku, hair by @diversemethodology, make-up by @nneka.co, set design by @t.iimy, talent @swimminindope with set design / styling assistance from @kiara_arnolddd

Bredren @paapaberchie 🌟 for his music single “Glow” featured in both the official Madden NFL 24’ + NBA 2K24 online mode gameplays Photography + Set Design @ayanamplified Stylist @koyooku

“Tings don’t run we; we run tings!” — @edvinthompson ACT III — “Out With Them In With Us” is the second fashion campaign directed by Zikomo Essamuah. For our final act, the KOYOOKU & Theophilio (@theophilio) teams partner up to extend the stories, energy, and spirit of Jamaica. There are few places you can go in the world without feeling the influence of Jamaica’s culture. By acknowledging the numerous Olympic athletes that come out of the country, we were inspired to create our own personal Olympic Medal Podium for Set 1 with the “TP” logo displaying the champion spirit Theophilio pieces embody. With the archival pieces, there was no better way to honor the fearlessness, excellence, and strength of the brand. Shot by Emmanuel Porquin & edited by Prince Poku. Directed & Styled by Zikomo Essamuah. *** all rights to the music belong to the original creators.

“Out With Them In With Us” – the second fashion campaign directed by Zikomo Essamuah. ACT 3 titled Theophilio (Archives) 🏆 from fashion house Theophilio {@theophilio} * Lead Fashion Director + Stylist Zikomo Essamuah (@koyooku) * Photographer Ornelle Chimi (@ornelle.c) * Cinematographer + Lighting Emmanuel Porquin (@emmanuel_porquin) * Producer Adama Kamara (@adama.kamara) * Project Manager Ashley Gross (@_ashfro) * Styling Coordinator Emoni Woods (@ecash_) * Beauty Director / Grooming / MUA Nneka Onyima (@nneka.co) * Hair Director + Artist D'Ahveyaun Ford (@dahveyaun) * BTS Photographer Ashley Gross (@ashfrotography) * BTS Videographer Drew Espinoza (@documentcity) * Cinematography Film + BTS Video Editor Prince Poku (@pokuproduction) * Production Assistant Yasmine Njie (@y.njie) SET 2 STARRING – * Talent Kareem Fadiga (@kareemfdg) in THEOPHILIO SS22' Denim Jacket + THEOPHILIO SS22' Denim Shorts * Talent Nas'tassia Simpson (@nastassiasays) in THEOPHILIO SS22' Black Cut Out Dress + THEOPHILIO SS22' Blue Top Dress * Talent Nneka Onyima (@nneka.co) in THEOPHILIO SS22' Red Metallic Denim Jacket, THEOPHILIO SS22' Red Reflective Denim Jeans + THEOPHILIO SS22' Yellow Polyester Jumpsuit

“Out With Them In With Us” – the second fashion campaign directed by Zikomo Essamuah. ACT 3 titled Theophilio (Archives) 🏆 from fashion house Theophilio {@theophilio} * Lead Fashion Director + Stylist Zikomo Essamuah (@koyooku) * Photographer Ornelle Chimi (@ornelle.c) * Cinematographer + Lighting Emmanuel Porquin (@emmanuel_porquin) * Producer Adama Kamara (@adama.kamara) * Project Manager Ashley Gross (@_ashfro) * Styling Coordinator Emoni Woods (@ecash_) * Beauty Director / Grooming / MUA Nneka Onyima (@nneka.co) * Hair Director + Artist D'Ahveyaun Ford (@dahveyaun) * BTS Photographer Ashley Gross (@ashfrotography) * BTS Videographer Drew Espinoza (@documentcity) * Cinematography Film + BTS Video Editor Prince Poku (@pokuproduction) * Production Assistant Yasmine Njie (@y.njie) SET 1 STARRING – * Talent Kareem Fadiga (@kareemfdg) in THEOPHILIO SS23' “I LOVE TP” Black Crop Top, THEOPHILIO SS23' Stripe Yellow Trouser + THEOPHILIO SS22' Black Denim Bucket Hat * Talent Nas'tassia Simpson (@nastassiasays) in THEOPHILIO SS22' Multi-Color Jamaican Polyester Jumpsuit * Talent Nneka Onyima (@nneka.co) in THEOPHILIO SS22' Multi-Color Jamaican Tank Top + THEOPHILIO SS22' Mini Skirt

“Out With Them In With Us” – the second fashion campaign directed by Zikomo Essamuah. ACT 2 titled Andrea Iyamah (Archives) from fashion house Andrea Iyamah {@andreaiyamah} 🕊️ FULL CREDITS PRESENTATION ON LAST SLIDE * Lead Fashion Director + Stylist Zikomo Essamuah * Photographer Ornelle Chimi * Cinematographer + Lighting Emmanuel Porquin * Producer Adama Kamara * Project Manager Ashley Gross * Styling Coordinator Emoni Woods SET 2 STARRING – * Abiola Smith in ANDREA IYAMAH SS22' Kiara Apricot Bikini * Bolupe Olaseinde in ANDREA IYAMAH SS22' Gamba Robe * Oluwatoni Akinmusere in ANDREA IYAMAH SS22’ Sade Chiffon Maxi Dress * Patricia Albert in ANDREA IYAMAH SS22’ Sade Chiffon Maxi Dress * Yusrah Adebayo in ANDREA IYAMAH Bridal 22’ Duso Leotard + Bridal 22’ Thema Pants

Live… & Live Well. Act II — “Out With Them In With Us” is the second fashion campaign directed by Zikomo Essamuah. For our second act in the campaign, the fashion house Andrea Iyamah (@andreaiyamah) stands out as as a true beacon of brilliance. Founder Dumebi Iyamah, began ideating her brand in 2011 & since then it has rapidly grown into a successful fashion line within less than a decade. With Set 1 we interpreted Iyamah’s love for sculpture & nature by manipulating fabric through her constant aspiration to explore. Set 2 symbolizes the brands homestyle feel accompanied by her love of layering. We intended on expanding the interests of Iyamah’s vast pool of inspiration to represent the brand effectively within the campaign. Shot by Emmanuel Porquin & edited by Prince Poku. Directed & Styled by Zikomo Essamuah. *** all rights to the music belong to the original creators.

“Out With Them In With Us” – the second fashion campaign directed by Zikomo Essamuah. ACT 2 titled Andrea Iyamah (Archives) from fashion house Andrea Iyamah {@andreaiyamah} 🕊️ FULL CREDITS PRESENTATION ON LAST SLIDE * Lead Fashion Director + Stylist Zikomo Essamuah * Photographer Ornelle Chimi * Cinematographer + Lighting Emmanuel Porquin * Producer Adama Kamara * Project Manager Ashley Gross * Styling Coordinator Emoni Woods SET 1 STARRING – * Abiola Smith in ANDREA IYAMAH SS21’ Grape Zadie Robe * Bolupe Olaseinde in ANDREA IYAMAH FW22’ Sombra Jade Bodysuit + Bridal 22’ Thema Pants * Chelsea Kyei in ANDREA IYAMAH SS22' Behati Rust Skirt + SS22' Behati Rust Cropped Top * Oluwatoni Akinmusere in ANDREA IYAMAH SS22' Behati Rust Skirt * Patricia Albert in ANDREA IYAMAH Resort 22’ Reni Plum Midi-Dress * Yusrah Adebayo in ANDREA IYAMAH Resort 22’ Sombra Thong Leotard + Bridal 22’ Thema Pants