RAFT X, London’s biggest and newest lifestyle event, which takes place on Saturday, September 28, at The Intercontinental, London, has confirmed the attendance of award-winning fashion designer Veekee James

Veekee James, who was voted into Forbes' 30 under 30 list this year, will take the stage to offer insights and top tips to creatives wanting to break into the fashion industry.

RAFT X, organised by Harvesters International Christian Centre London, is a newly launched annual event celebrating arts, culture, and community. By providing a platform for talented individuals and businesses, RAFT X aims to foster creativity and unite people through various forms of artistic expression. The one-day event will celebrate fashion, art, music, and talent will be celebrated and explored.

Ruth Erikan James, popularly known as Veekee James, is an award-winning Nigerian fashion designer, gospel singer, and entrepreneur.

She learned how to make clothes when she was a child from her mother, Esther James, who inspired her to start her own fashion brand in 2019. As the founder of Veekee James, she has global success and a huge social media following of over 1.6 million people.

In 2022, she won the AMVCA and the Hercomony Awards as the Best Fashion Designer of the Year. In 2023, she won three awards, including the Future Awards Africa. In February 2023, she organized her first masterclass, which helped over 100 fashion creatives from different countries develop their skills—insights that she will share at RAFT X.

Speaking about RAFT X, Veekee James said, "It's a great privilege and honour to be attending this event in London. Breaking into the creative industries isn't easy, so I am excited to share my experience with those looking to have a career in fashion.”

For those looking to break into the creative industry, Veekee James' Top 10 Tips are -

Identify Opportunities - Spot problems and create innovative solutions to fill the gaps.

Dream Big, Start Small - Every big business started as an idea. Take the first step today!

Network Strategically - Connect with the right people. Your network is your net worth.

Stay Resilient - Challenges will come. It's how you handle them that defines success.

Embrace Failure - Each failure is a step closer to success. Keep pushing

Focus on Your Customers - Understand their needs and provide exceptional value.

Manage Your Finances Wisely - Track expenses, reinvest profits, and grow steadily.

Build a Strong Team - Surround yourself with people who share your vision and complement your skills.

Stay Adaptable - The business landscape changes fast. Be ready to pivot when necessary.

Stay Passionate - Love what you do, and let your passion drive your business forward.

The free event will include musical performances and appearances and several hosts – including presenter Meg Huria. Confirmed vendors include Puff Puff Ministry and fashion brands, M.I.O. Prints and Fresh by Dotun.

Yomi Oddelm, the project coordinator for Raft X, said: “At Raft X are passionate about helping everyone become the best version of themselves. And that's why we are excited to have Veekee joining on us on the day to be sharing her own unique insights. Whether you are a creative, entrepreneur or just someone looking for a good day in London, RAFT X is the place to be.”

With a surge in attendance registrations, organisers are encouraging people to register for free tickets, as there is less than a month to go for this dynamic celebration of arts, culture, and community in the capital.

To grab a free ticket to attend Raft X, visit raftx.co.uk.