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In the hands of the Baule people of Côte d’Ivoire, fabric becomes more than cloth — it becomes a keeper of memory, movement, and meaning.

From the heart of the Yoruba people in Yoruba land of Nigeria, Benin and Togo, where rhythm lives in both music and movement, there is a textile that speaks without words — Aso Oke (pronounced ah-SHAW-okay), meaning "top cloth" or "prestige cloth." A fabric carried with dignity, passed down, and stitched into the identity of a people. Tierra Sol Coat in Aso Oke & Begian Linen on Aso Oke Wall Hangings background @ofaninterior A Royal Weave Aso Oke is traditionally woven by hand on narrow-strip looms, often by skilled artisans — sometimes entire families — who pass the technique down like a sacred trust. The result is a richly textured fabric, sturdy yet intricate, made from cotton, silk, or now...

    Kitenge, one of the most beloved fabrics across Africa, is more than just a piece of clothing—it’s a cultural symbol, a statement of identity, and a fabric that carries with it centuries of history. While it’s now recognized as a quintessential African print, the journey of Kitenge began far from the continent, rooted in a fascinating blend of Dutch and Indonesian heritage. The story of how this vibrant fabric became a staple in African fashion is a testament to the way culture, creativity, and craftsmanship transcend borders. The Dutch and Indonesian Origins: A Fusion of Cultures The history of Kitenge can be traced back to the traditional batik fabric techniques in Indonesia, a practice that dates back thousands...

In a world dominated by mass production and fleeting trends, there's a timeless allure in reconnecting with our roots, drawing inspiration from the elegance of ancient civilizations. We want the echo of history to transpire through the designs and material choices of our new clothing and jewellery collection. At the heart of this revival lies a reverence for craftsmanship, a celebration of imperfection, and an homage to the beauty of long gone eras. The development of this new collection was a journey of the new intertwined with the old. Antique aesthetics of linen, raw and refined, blend with the modern sensibilities of developing our our own signature prints and printing on Belgian linen for the first time in Kenya. Upcycled cottons...

Typical to to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, formerly Zaire, the Kuba cloth is defined by intricately handwoven palm leaf fibre resulting into an exclusively unique, high-end, yet very raw, organic product of the exquisite hand work of both men and women. While men weave the grass matt that is used as a 'canvas’, the women later embroider and transform it into various forms of textiles, including ceremonial skirts, ‘velvet’ tribute cloths, headdresses and basketry. The cloth is dyed prior to embroidering and each square takes about 2 to 3 hours to create.                            MOYO Kuba Cushions & 'Palm of Zaire' Coat There are two types of...