Nigerian slow fashion label, Nitémi unveils its latest collection: Handwork — a tactile ode to womanhood, heritage, and the enduring art of making. Crafted in Lagos by local artisans and designed with intention by founder Temilayo Osude, the collection invites wearers into a slower rhythm of style — one where every detail matters and every piece tells a story.
Rooted in the belief that true beauty is crafted through care and precision, Handwork is a study in contrasts—fluid yet structured, dramatic yet quiet. From hand-pleated chiffon and sculptural macramé to intricate beading and layered silhouettes, each piece honors the art of making with intention, embracing movement, texture, and the grace found in craftsmanship.
“This collection is my love letter to craft — to the people behind the seams, and to the women who show up with grace and quiet power,” says Temilayo Osude, the founder and creative director of Nitémi. “I wanted each look to feel like a ritual. Not performative, but sacred. Like a second skin you choose for yourself.”
Handwork reflects Nitémi’s core values:
- Technique & Texture: Each stitch is intentional, every pleat placed with care.
- Cultural Memory: Designs pay quiet homage to Nigerian femininity — women who move with presence and dress with pride.
- Modern Ritual: These are pieces meant for the intimate everyday — a dinner with friends, a gallery opening, a walk at dusk.
Built for the woman who finds strength in stillness and beauty in intention, this collection doesn’t seek applause — it seeks alignment. It’s fashion as memory. Fashion as feeling. Fashion as ceremony.
NITÉMI unveils Handwork, a collection where each piece is a celebration of craft and intention.
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Explore Handwork at www.nitemi.shop
About Nitémi:
Founded in 2021 by Temilayo Osude, Nitémi is a Nigerian slow fashion brand rooted in intentional design, cultural storytelling, and modern femininity. Every piece is handmade in small batches by local artisans, honoring both craft and care. Nitémi means “my own” — a name that reflects the brand’s deep belief in personal style and the emotional power of clothing made with meaning.
