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About BOLA|3
(Lagos, Nigeria) — In 2004, a casual visit to a bead shop in Washington, DC resulted in Bola Allison
discovering her calling, designing jewelry working with rare and exotic gemstones.
Her one-of-a-kind pieces are handmade with exquisite attention to detail using age-old
techniques. They are modern and feminine, yet reminiscent of eras past.
In 2006, Bola and her partner, her sister, Dr. Jumoke Allison, opened their flagship store, BOLA|3,
to further showcase their award winning one-of-a-kind jewellery designs. BOLA|3, a brand that
changed the landscape of the fine jewelry market in Nigeria, was launched. The national and
international fashion community quickly embraced their iconic 18k gold designs and beautiful
color palette pieces.
As a student in England and the United States, Bola was drawn to the study of Ancient Rome and
Africa, stories which later inspired her jewellery collections.
In November 2006, Allison was awarded the Best Accessory Designer, Jewellery by the prestigious
media publication City People.
A perfectionist, she wears each piece long enough to test its comfort and practicality before it is
put into production.
Bola Allison's inspiration comes from all forms of art and life. From nature to ancient Rome, each
collection reflects a distinct aesthetic.
The inspiration of her Fall 2007 collection is evident in the name, Clusters. BOLA|3 releases one
Signature collection every year and new designs on a continual basis.
BOLA|3's creations are carried by galleries and fine jewelers in the United States by Jewelry
Artisans in Atlanta, GA, Europe, and Africa.
(Lagos, Nigeria) — In 2004, a casual visit to a bead shop in Washington, DC resulted in Bola Allison
discovering her calling, designing jewelry working with rare and exotic gemstones.
Her one-of-a-kind pieces are handmade with exquisite attention to detail using age-old
techniques. They are modern and feminine, yet reminiscent of eras past.
In 2006, Bola and her partner, her sister, Dr. Jumoke Allison, opened their flagship store, BOLA|3,
to further showcase their award winning one-of-a-kind jewellery designs. BOLA|3, a brand that
changed the landscape of the fine jewelry market in Nigeria, was launched. The national and
international fashion community quickly embraced their iconic 18k gold designs and beautiful
color palette pieces.
As a student in England and the United States, Bola was drawn to the study of Ancient Rome and
Africa, stories which later inspired her jewellery collections.
In November 2006, Allison was awarded the Best Accessory Designer, Jewellery by the prestigious
media publication City People.
A perfectionist, she wears each piece long enough to test its comfort and practicality before it is
put into production.
Bola Allison's inspiration comes from all forms of art and life. From nature to ancient Rome, each
collection reflects a distinct aesthetic.
The inspiration of her Fall 2007 collection is evident in the name, Clusters. BOLA|3 releases one
Signature collection every year and new designs on a continual basis.
BOLA|3's creations are carried by galleries and fine jewelers in the United States by Jewelry
Artisans in Atlanta, GA, Europe, and Africa.
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