mARTHA aFFIONG Collection Spring Summer Collection

Martha Affiong Collection: A Tribute to Legacy

Inspired by the women who shaped me, I present the Matha Afiong Collection, named after my mother, Matha, and grandmother, Afiong. These two pillars of my life profoundly influenced my design journey.

Childhood memories of my mother's elegance, particularly her signature long, drippy necklaces, left an indelible mark. To me, she embodied beauty and grace.

My grandmother's effortless style, often in loose-fitted, gathered dresses, instilled in me a love for comfort and sophistication. Spending my early years by her side cemented these impressions.

This collection marks a deliberate shift towards sustainable elegance. I've consciously minimized batik print usage, acknowledging its environmental implications, from carbon emissions to wax usage.

Instead, raffia takes centre stage, reimagined in refined, effortless silhouettes. The show stopping piece – a raffia dress paired with a veil – epitomizes this new direction.

Dedicated to Martha and Affiong, this collection honours the legacy of strong, stylish women who inspire me.