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Linda Sumbu is Documenting the Global Fashion Industry πŸ“Έβœ¨

Published 23 days agoΒ β€’Β 1 min read

Meet Linda Sumbu, the African woman documenting the global zeitgeist

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​If you’ve ever searched the internet for red carpet photos or waited for looks from iconic runway shows to appear on your feed, chances are you’ve come across the @itgirlbackup page on X. But who is the woman behind the account?
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Behind the page is 27-year-old Congolese Linda Sumbu, whose eye for rare pieces and fashion moments has helped her build an online platform synonymous with intellect, candour and inclusivity.
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In this exclusive interview, she peels back the layers of her online persona and her enduring love for fashion.

Elevate your corporate style with these Nigerian brands!
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Looking for ways to make your corporate style more exciting? These are the Nigerian fashion brands worth knowing. ​
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How Shalom Rayhamen turned Lagos Life into a game without limits

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While Nigeria may have a thriving gaming community, the software developer is giving us something new β€” a world of our own.
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SS27 may be over, but we're still thinking of these shows​
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For our Fashion Team, the SS27 season delivered standout moments β€” and collections. We revisit our favourites below.​
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October is in full swing, and the chaos is coming.
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To protect your skin and mind, we've put together a considered list of products, all guaranteed to leave you at peace, both in and out as the week unfolds.
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Click the link below to see the full edit for October!

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Anok Yai just dominated the SS27 season β€” here's why her comeback is beyond meaningful​
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Calling all vintage lovers!
These are the best online stores in Nigeria to shop from
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​Hair loss can be hard to deal with β€” explore all your options for restoration ​
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​Vlisco and Lisa Folawiyo team up to design the Vlisco VIBE collection, bringing iconic prints to daily style
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