Efe Asagba, known professionally as Twizei, is a 24-year-old fashion force to be reckoned with. Born in Bowie, Maryland, and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, Twizei’s unique blend of cultures and experiences has shaped his distinctive style. Currently based in Houston, Texas, he’s making waves in the fashion industry, both as a model and a stylist.
Recognized for his innovative approach to fashion, Twizei has worked with renowned artists like Rema, Davido and many more. His ability to seamlessly blend streetwear and high-end fashion has earned him a reputation as one of the most sought-after stylists in the industry. As he continues to push boundaries and redefine style, Twizei is poised to become a global fashion icon. We had a conversation with him a while ago...
Let's start with brief introduction. Who is Twizei?
Twizei is a spontaneous fellow.
How are you doing? What emotions are you currently feeling?
I’m great, I’ve been feeling so much gratitude, I’m just super grateful for everything ( Family / Friends/ups / downs ) a recent event rewired my Brain and how I view a lot of things and I just feel whole in this new reality
If you had to draw a tattoo right now, what would it be, where, and why?
I recently just got three new pieces after my near death experience in Tanzania, the first one was the Leo star sign on my neck, was designed by my friend Nastasya back in 2022 when she made a drawing of me in Anime form and I just always knew the next time a needle touched my body I was going to get it. It also means my energy will live forever, second was “ PROTOTYPE X “ which is a creative project revealed to me on a psychedelic trip, and the last is a rear view mirror which just means “Always watch your back”
Let’s talk about your background for a bit. Where are you from?
I’m from delta state, Nigeria.
What is your earliest memory of you being creative? and how did it make you feel?
This is a random story but I remember always assembling raw material and trying to build something with my friends in my estate and just trying everything within our power to be innovative
You travel a lot, what’s your favorite city to live in?
Lagos.
What’s one thing you can’t travel without?
My Journal and Laptop.
Do you believe in the idea of artists retiring?
No, I do not.