Inside Eleven Sixteen’s Enduring Love Affair With Cowrie Shells
It is quite akin to Fashion to see trends come and go with the seasons. However for some brands, some design elements remain timeless, rooted in culture, history, and identity. For luxury fashion label Eleven Sixteen, cowrie shells are a signature, a symbol, and a storytelling device woven into the brand’s DNA. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Elys Berroteran (@elysmcm) Founded by stylist, creative director, and designer Ugo Mozie, Eleven Sixteen has become known for its rich cultural references, craftsmanship, and quiet luxury approach to African design. Over the years, Mozie has dressed an impressive roster of global stars including Blue Ivy Carter, Diana Ross for the Met Gala, Jon Batiste, Leon Thomas, Adekunle Gold, and Neo Akpofure. Yet, beyond the celebrity moments and red carpet glamour, there is a deeper story embedded in many Eleven Sixteen pieces; the story of the cowrie shell. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chief Ugo Mozie (@ugomozie) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Neo Mobor Akpofure (@neo_akpofure) Cowrie shells hold deep cultural and historical significance across many African societies. Once used as a form of currency […]
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