THE JOURNEY OF CLOTHING From Consumption to Cultural Reclamation This collection redefines discarded garments as symbols of cultural resilience and creative innovation. By reclaiming second-hand clothing sourced from Europe and transforming it through indigenous design practices, Back to Sender challenges the exploitative dynamics of global consumerism. While Western donations of used clothing are often viewed as eco-friendly acts, they destabilize local economies and perpetuate dependency. The influx of surplus garments from the fast fashion industry fuels environmental degradation and undermines local textile production. This collection takes a stand against these imbalances, reimagining waste as material for storytelling and empowerment. Crafted from fabrics found in Accra’s Kantomanto Market and Lagos’s Mushin Market, each piece blends foreign textiles with native craftsmanship. The collection becomes a vibrant expression of identity, where local tradition and external influences meet, creating designs rooted in both reclamation and renewal. Collaborations with Emmanuel Armoo and Dede Illeleji bring this vision to life, combining artisanal expertise and design ingenuity. Together, they’ve shaped a narrative that transforms what was once discarded into fashion statements of strength, sustainability, and cultural pride for a generation embracing new forms of creative expression.