Mobolaji Dawodu

Fashion Editor, Costume Designer

Nigerian United States

Quick Info

ProfessionFashion Editor, Costume Designer
NationalityNigerian
BirthplaceUnited States

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Bio/Wiki

Real NameMobolaji Olujimi Dawodu
NicknameMobo

Physical Stats & More

Height175 cm
Weight75 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Personal Life

EthnicityNigerian-American
Hobbies
  • Travelling
  • Taking pictures

Family

Marital StatusUnmarried
Sexual OrientationStraight
Affairs/GirlfriendsLupita Nyong'o
Children1
FatherNigerian
MotherAmerican

Career

Net Worth (approx.)Not Known
Workplaces
  • GQ
  • Fader
  • Dolce & Gabbana
Current RoleGlobal Fashion Director at GQ and GQ Style
Notable Clients
Films
  • Queen of Katwe
  • Where is Kyra?
  • Mother of George
  • Restless City
  • Beat Up Little Seagull

Favourites

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Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Mobolaji Dawodu left Fader after working there for 11 years to join the respected fashion magazine GQ.
2. He has traveled to approximately 50-60 countries, capturing unique fashion moments with a single photographer and a diverse selection of clothing.
3. Known for his signature hats, Mobolaji is seldom seen without one, even for a quick visit to the local shop.
4. Identifying as the 'turtleneck God,' he has a fondness for turtlenecks and incorporates them into his distinctive style.
5. Mobolaji Dawodu has contributed to costume design in films like Mother of George, Restless City, Queen of Katwe, and Beat Up Little Seagull.
6. His wide-ranging collaborations include working with musicians such as Kelis, Solange, The Black Eyed Peas, and serving as a consultant for brands like Apple, Nike, Sony, Converse, Dr. Martens, and KENZO.
7. Celebrated for his unique fashion sense blending global influences, Mobolaji Dawodu is a prominent figure in the industry.
8. He grew up in Lagos, Nigeria and Virginia, U.S.A., born in the United States to an American mother and Nigerian father, moved to Nigeria at 5 weeks old, and returned to Virginia around age 10.
9. His mother owned a clothing business that combined modern style with traditional fabric.
10. Mobolaji moved to New York at 18 and landed an internship at the Dolce & Gabbana showroom where he began assisting stylists.
11. He is best known for styling Brad Pitt, Jared Leto, and Mahershala Ali at GQStyle.
12. Dawodu is a Nigerian-American fashion stylist and costume designer.
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