Share FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinWhatsappTelegramEmail 244 “Mino” meaning our mothers in Fon, is a collection inspired by the strength and ruthlessness of a group of chosen women known as the Dahomey Amazons who were created as a military force in the 16th century and obligated beyond any reasonable doubt to fight against slavery and to protect for their Kingdom of Dahomey (in present-day known as the Republic of Benin). Enrolled as early as 8 years old, these women were not allowed to get married or give birth as they had sworn their lives to the King of Dahomey with their motto “Conquer or Die”. The Dahomey Amazons also knew as Ahosi (King’s wives) were and are still superior to any male military regiment to ever exist as they are still a force to be reckoned with. This collection celebrates their very essence, their courage, strength and spirit that will forever live and survive in our history. Our fabrics were woven in the heart of Benin at Ouidah using cotton and reflective nylon fibres, accented with crushed velvet. We chose colours that represented our passion behind the story of such a group of women using royal colours such indigo, amber, ivory and tan. More Articles You Would Love #OOTD: Akosua Vee Shows Us Culottes Can Work For Formal Outfits Too David Tlale @ Design Indaba 2015, Day 1 – Cape Town, South Africa model @gnttgraham photo @sebastien.faye production @sool_thefula African Designersafrican fashionEditorialsfashionlook booksmodels Share FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinWhatsappTelegramEmail Naa More For You “There Is A Risk Europe Could Die” Macron Speaks Shortly After Losing Control... PICS: “A Bald Woman Knows Her Kingdom” Gorgeous Top African Model Ayen Monica... #OOTD: Rutie B Hits Us With A Perfectly Stylish ‘Break-Out-The-Norm’ Top & Down... Nigerian Designer Uduak & Asiko Artist Recreate Yoruba Mythology & Gods in Stunning... Trashy Rap Star ‘Megan The Stallion’ Is Being Sued By Her Camera For... #OOTD: Nigeria’s Prudential Atelier Shakes Up The Internet With This Astonishing Wedding Guest... VIDEOS: King Promise & Sarkodie Show Men How To Drip In Kente &... FCCPC Shuts Down Chinese Supermarket In Nigeria That Banned Nigerians From Entering VIDEO: Watch Exclusive Designs You Missed At The Just Ended SA Fashion Week... #OOTD: Shams Berry Merges Elegance & Sultriness in Magbrien’s Striking Bustier Ensemble Leave a Comment Cancel ReplyYou must be logged in to post a comment. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.