Awards & Accolades
Beyond her role as a fashion pioneer, Lilly Alfonso is a motivational speaker, sharing her entrepreneurial and fashion journey at prestigious conferences throughout Africa. She believes in the power of collaboration and has fostered partnerships with artists and creatives from diverse backgrounds, transcending borders and cultures. Lilly Alfonso's exceptional talent has garnered widespread recognition and accolades.
2010
In 2010, she received her debut award as the best designer at Fashion Malawi Edition (FAME).
2019 & 2020
In subsequent years, she was honoured with the International Fashion Designer Award in Cairo for her significant contributions to the fashion and creative industries in Africa.
2020
Her remarkable achievements were further acknowledged with the Fashion Living Legend Award at the UMP Awards in 2020 in her home country.
2023
Most recently, the Tanzanian government recognized her as one of the most influential women in fashion and beauty at the Pan African Women Empowerment Summit (PAWES) in Zanzibar, Tanzania.
Fashion Shows & Global Exposure
Lilly Alfonso's awe-inspiring designs have graced the runways of renowned international fashion shows across the world. From Portugal to Kigali, Cairo to Kuala Lumpur, Paris to London, and Sydney to countless other fashion capitals, her creations have captivated audiences and garnered global acclaim. Media powerhouses such as CNN, the BBC, and VOA have featured her works, sharing her artistic prowess with a worldwide audience.