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Sika is inspired by the rich and diverse culture of Ghana, West Africa. Every fabric has been carefully selected in local Ghanaian markets and hand-made using natural methods, creating exclusive limited prints. Each unique piece defines an area in West Africa’s vast textile landscape, using traditional fabrics such as tie dye, batik’s and wax prints. In this gallery collection we have included an interview with Sika's creator Phyllis Taylor.
 

I always wanted to work in fashion in on way or another.

What did you want to be when you were a child? 		Life in London and Ghana inspire me and I also use trend forecasts while working on a particular collection and I am lucky enough to have my own factory in Ghana, where I produce all my pieces.

What is your creative process? 		I have been designing for just over two years.

How long have you been designing?
I was last in Ghana Feb this year and I hope to be going back in January next year.

When was the last time you were in Ghana? 		What ever you decide to do be prepared to work hard for it!

What advice do you have for Coup readers?