OSHOBOR @oshobor is a slow fashion brand rooted in Benin City, Nigeria, born from the profound bond between fathers and sons. Founded by creative director Oshobor Odion Peter, the brand is a canvas for storytelling—unraveling deep emotions, challenging toxic masculinity, and celebrating Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage, particularly that of Edo State. With an eccentric signature and a bold embrace of bright hues, OSHOBOR thrives on sustainable practices. Each piece is a testament to meticulo...
Outta Africa: For centuries, the Edo Benin Kingdom has defined power and artistry through vibrant red regalia, coral beads of royalty, and bronze mastery. Inspired by this timeless heritage, brands like Oshobor ( @oshobor ) reimagine these symbols into bold, modern designs—a stunning dialogue between tradition and innovation, where the past shapes the future in bold, beautiful ways. 📸 1-4 “African Twilight: The Vanishing Rituals and Ceremonies of the African Continent” by Carol Beckwith and ...
Oshobor’s ( @oshobor ) ’Edo Odion’ collection is a visceral tribute to the grandeur of Edo culture and the divine power it embodies. With its commanding palette of crimson reds and an intricate display of coral beads and regal crowns, the collection reimagines traditional Edo aesthetics, fusing heritage with a contemporary narrative that demands reverence and reflection. Each piece is more than a garment—it is a testament to the endurance and beauty of cultural identity. Accompanied by a str...