All through the history of fashion, perfectly tailored wears have been known to command attention and reflect the art of bespoke craftsmanship.

When it comes to clothes, bespoke means tailoring a piece of fabric to your own style. This implies that each wearer has custom-made clothing in the perfect fit. In the past, bespoke tailoring was only associated with men’s clothing. But in this era, the reach of bespoke tailoring has been extended into women’s fashion. Emphasising the need for women to have dresses, blouses, skirts and other forms of clothing tailored to their perfect fit.

The experience of wearing bespoke clothing is highly rewarding as it attracts significance and a sense of sophistication to the wearer. These pieces should be considered an investment to personal styles and a celebration of quality artistry. In a world where trends come and go fleetingly, bespoke tailoring offers timeless alternatives to seasonal clothing.

African bespoke tailoring has astoundingly evolved and it has gone beyond creating basic clothes to stringing statement pieces together. One notable brand in this community of world-class fashion designers is Danibe Studios.

Established in 2017, by Daniel Ibeh, Danibe Studios is a fashion line that offers bespoke artistry for modern women. With pieces that are structurally cut into minimalist designs in a sleek combination of African and contemporary elements to celebrate the African heritage. Danibe Studios’ collection appeals to a diverse range of women who appreciate cultural craftsmanship.

The brand has garnered a rising influence in the industry and although located in Nigeria, its reach has expanded across several countries. Danibe Studios is deeply committed to excellence and this can be seen in every piece showcased by the brand. The designer is strongly motivated to sustain the fashion industry by carefully crafting outfits with intricate detailing and high-quality fabrics.

The first piece in this collection is a stunning jumpsuit made with an inspiration of traditional attire. The African print which exudes cultural style and elegance is an eye-catchy feature of this outfit.

An outstanding feature of this jumpsuit is the off-shoulder design which is synonymous with elegance and gracefulness, and makes the overall outfit look sophisticated.

The puffed-up sleeves add extra volume to the look and makes the silhouette stand out from the rest of the features. The designer showcased an excellent artistry by giving the outfit a streamlined look with perfectly sewn straight legged pants. This promises comfort and easy mobility to the wearer. Although a casual element, the high waist feature of this piece gives it a complimentary look that elongates the legs of the wearer.

The fabric of this piece is an Ankara material. Popularly used in Nigeria to create a fashion of bold colours coupled with intricate and well detailed patterns. This not only puts a cultural vibe to the attire, but also makes it visually appealing as a result of the vibrant colours. The combination of the green leaf patterns on a beige background is a beautiful harmony that captivates various interests to the look.

The back view of this piece showcases the well-defined zip that runs from the top of the dress down to the centre. It also highlights the bodice, showing how the piece perfectly fits the body without being too tight or loose. The silhouette around the waist area, narrowing down to the hips accentuates the curves of the wearer. Making the wearer’s natural shape balanced is one of the aims of this bespoke piece.

The versatility and cultural appeal of this outfit is visible in the designer’s ability to pay attention to detail, and the alignment of the print such that the bold leaf patterns are obvious. This outfit brings style and functionality to mind as it is suitable for any type of occasion.

The next piece is a beautiful two-piece wear consisting of a long puffy sleeved crop top and a high waist pencil skirt. Both in African prints, this set makes a stylish combination that speaks more of the personality of the wearer than the outfit itself.

The fitted top shows a little bit of skin without undermining elegance in the overall look. This piece accentuates the waist and is fixed on elongating the wearer’s shape. The skirt, which stops right on the knees, is in harmonious blend with the top to create an hourglass shape.

The fabric print is a combined feature of orange, blue, yellow and green colours, intricately detailed into floral shapes. There is a sense of warmth that comes with the colours on this African print. As dynamic as it is, it gives out the vibrancy of a rich cultural heritage.

The sleeves, structured in a deflated balloon-like way, exhibit the artistic flair intended by the designer in this piece. While this choice of design complements the fitted tailoring of the skirt, it also gives the look a modern flair and makes it trendy for all seasons of the year.

This outfit is flattering and allows attention to be focused on the entire body structure. As it enhances the natural curves of the wearer, it also creates an overall balanced look that is both stylish and modern-like.

While this two-piece is versatile and can be worn to any kind of occasion, the sleeve design makes it a perfect fit for special occasions, casual events and of course cultural celebrations. However, the versatility is not extended to formal occasions. But this can be fixed by pairing the skirt with a more befitting blouse for the occasion.

The third outfit is a two-piece that consists of a fitted top and dramatically designed pants with ruffled designs in two layers at the bottom. This is a bold choice of outfit for any woman who intends to turn heads in a gathering. While the ruffled layer adds volume to the pants, the top gives it a much more balanced look.

The inspiration for this outfit may have been sourced from the 90s. But the modern choice of fabric plays a huge part in this awesome combination.

Every person may not find this outfit appealing but it poses no challenge to the wearer. The bold statement created by this piece can be found attractive by women who love unconventional fashion.
An excellent addition to these features is the collar which gives a touch of formality to the piece. Making an outfit that can be worn to work during the day and afterwards to an evening gathering or event.

For a perfect look and to allow an option for elegance, minimal accessories should be paired with this outfit, a delicate minimally designed bracelet, a pair of small earrings and perhaps a small purse are best to be paired with this outfit.

The outfits in the Danibe Studios 2022 collection influences cultural pride with patterned Ankara fabrics and well-structured silhouettes. For individuals who love innovative fashion, this vibrant collection of pieces with its stylish elements is perfect for good impressions at special occasions.