Brooklyn-based label known for its vibrant, hand-dyed textiles using traditional Nigerian adire techniques.
ORIGIN
United States
PRICE TIER
contemporary
Founded in 2011 by lawyer-turned-designer Busayo Olupona, Busayo is a Brooklyn-based fashion brand built on a vibrant celebration of Nigerian heritage. Olupona, who was raised in both Nigeria and the United States, started the label as a way to connect with her roots, creating pieces that fuse traditional Yoruba textile practices with contemporary silhouettes. The brand’s signature is its use of adire, a hand-dyeing technique involving tie-dye and batik methods, which are applied by artisans in Nigeria to create unique, color-rich fabrics. This commitment to artisanal production is central to the brand's mission of fostering economic opportunities and empowerment within the Nigerian creative community.