Nasozi Kakembo: I
am a Ugandan-American living in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, and I am responsible for everything at OSxN, short for Origins Style
by Nasozi. OSxN is a fun and
evolving company that specializes in wax print interior decor.
The business was inspired by a trip to Senegal two years ago. I had long-since detoured from my pursuit of becoming an architect, but my love of home design never left me. OSxN is about much more than aesthetics. It is about a legacy and beauty that is often left out of recounts of Africa. It is about normalizing the "ethnic" (I abhor the word) and celebrating its influence on worldwide culture.
The business was inspired by a trip to Senegal two years ago. I had long-since detoured from my pursuit of becoming an architect, but my love of home design never left me. OSxN is about much more than aesthetics. It is about a legacy and beauty that is often left out of recounts of Africa. It is about normalizing the "ethnic" (I abhor the word) and celebrating its influence on worldwide culture.
APiF: If your label would be a person, what kind of person would it be?
Nasozi: A fearless person. One who is
not afraid to live and design outside of the box. One who is bold,
much like the patterns that I use, and stands up for what they believe in
and love. One who has a story and a historical
perspective.
Nasozi: The
Bogolan bench is by far the favorite item among Etsy shoppers and fans.
The best selling item overall are the pillows: Currently the top three prints are SUNSET Flower,
NILE Lotus, and LAVA Waves. The Fair Trade aprons from Uganda are also a
big hit.
APiF: How do you market your designs and how do you make them accessible to a global audience?
APiF: Any tips for new designers/start-ups in the industry?
Nasozi: Make sure
that it is something you're absolutely passionate about. There will be
times when you'll second guess your decision to forge out on your own,
or to take on yet another job, but if
your intentions behind it are pure and genuine, then you'll get over any
doubt.
And don't sell yourself short! If you've created a superior product, that will show in your work and it should be priced accordingly. Anyone who appreciates the detail and craftsmanship of handmade goods especially will pay the price for it.
Find out more:
w:http://www.etsy.com/shop/osxn
f: https://www.facebook.com/OriginsStyle
And don't sell yourself short! If you've created a superior product, that will show in your work and it should be priced accordingly. Anyone who appreciates the detail and craftsmanship of handmade goods especially will pay the price for it.
Find out more:
w:http://www.etsy.com/shop/osxn
f: https://www.facebook.com/OriginsStyle
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The cushions and pillows are so colorful and looks nice. All the items are beautiful and they will give an elegant look to my home.
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