Popular luxury designer, Alexander Amosu, has taken to social media to share a “throwback” photo of himself to inspire youths who are currently struggling.

He wrote:


"Am sharing this with all the young people who lives on a council estate/house, constantly surrounded by negativity, poverty, violence, crime, gangs, drugs, racism and the daily struggles of life.

You were born a rough diamond and you will shine brightly over time. I grew up on the streets, but didn’t let the streets determine my future… Young, hungry and didn’t give a ….

Be #streetwise but #businesssmart#nosilverspoon #here. #seenitall #dontstop #youcandoit