101 Clothing creative director, Amponsah, joins 2024 Forbes BLK Community

The world of fashion is filled with exceptional creative minds, and Henry O. Amponsah is one of those leading the charge. A Forbes 30 Under 30 honouree in 2019, Amponsah has continued to make waves with his multiple award-winning brand, 101 Clothing, which has become a household name by bringing a fresh and innovative look to the fashion industry.

In 2024, Henry was officially inducted into Forbes BLK, a platform and community that amplifies the voices of Black entrepreneurs, professionals, leaders, and creators. Henry expressed his excitement at being part of a community of exceptional leaders of colour who are breaking barriers, fostering more equitable economies, and driving a new culture of connection, collaboration, and change.

101 Clothing, Henry’s bespoke tailoring company, has focused on a diverse range of sectors, including personal styling, hospitality, and movie costuming. His expertise landed him a key role as one of the headlining designers for Prostate Cancer UK 2020, a charity event dedicated to raising funds for those affected by prostate cancer. Over the years, his brand has been featured in major publications such as British Vogue, Glamour Magazine, Fabulous Magazine, Superbold Magazine, Adinkra Magazine, My Story Magazine, The Voice Newspaper, and Business Finance Times.

Henry’s client list is as impressive as his accolades. It includes global icons like American artist Bow Wow, Nigerian media personality,Toke Makinwa, Ghanaian actress, Jackie Appiah, Grammy Award-winning music producer, Jazzwad, and Grammy-nominated artist, Stonebwoy, among many others.

Some of the accolades that highlight Henry’s illustrious career include: Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 Class of 2019, Best Male Fashion Designer, Black Entertainment Film Fashion Television and Arts Awards (BEFFTA), 2016, Fashion Revelation of the Year, Africa Youth Choice Awards, 2015,
– Best Male Fashion Designer, Black MUA Awards, 2015, Emerging Designer of the Year, West Africa Fashion Designer Awards, 2014, Recognition Award, Mr and Miss Fashion Nigeria, 2016, Best Male Fashion Designer, and International Achievers Awards, 2017.

Others are Recognition Award for Outstanding Contribution to Fashion, Your Brand Fashion Exhibition, 2018, Most Creative Fashion Designer of the Year, Mainland TV Fashion Show & Awards, 2018, and Male Designer of the Year, Fashion and Lifestyle Awards, 2019.

Henry O. Amponsah’s rise in the fashion industry is truly remarkable, and his induction into Forbes BLK only cements his status as a visionary leader shaping the future of fashion.