From Concept to Creation

Jenefas Designs

About Me

Jenefas Okonma

My approach to costume design revolves around storytelling. I am deeply drawn to the idea of conveying narratives through clothing, guiding the audience through a journey that supports the text and the director’s vision, whilst also allowing for the costumes to breathe their own life, tell their own tale.

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My specialties are

My Portfolio

Costume Design

Costume Technology

Fashion Design

Wardrobe Supervisor

Wig and Makeup

My artistic mission is to transcend mere garments into purpose, imbuing them with depth and meaning to enrich the narrative tapestry of every performance... and occasion.

- Jenefas Okonma, Costume and Fashion Designer

Awards and Recognitions

Spring 2024

Free Stage of Illinois State University

Mask and Hammer Award | Outstanding Costume Design, A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Fall 2023

Free Stage of Illinois State University

Mask and Hammer Award | Outstanding Costume Design for Dance, Romantic Deconstruction

Fall 2023

Free Stage of Illinois State University

Mask and Hammer Award | Outstanding Costume Design, Frankenstein

Reviews

The costumes took into account each character’s personalities and journeys throughout the show and kept a consistent Victorian gothic approach. Okonma created a new and unique interpretation of Frankenstein in a way that honored Shelley’s vision and legacy.

Anonymous

This production pleasantly surprised me. I was expecting a great production, but I left the theater shocked and inspired. Frankenstein was definitely my favorite Westoff show I have seen so far. I thought the acting, lighting, sound, costumes, and set complimented each other very nicely.

Anonymous

Jenefas Okonma did a monstrously good job on costumes. She is really rockin’ the paisley in Act 2.

John D. Poling

The Pantagraph