SHELLÉ

SHELLÉ — from shell (cowrie), chic and fashionably catchy. This ensemble is a bold fusion of African symbolism and contemporary elegance. The emerald green silk top with its off-shoulder draped sleeve and African stone embellishments mirrors sophistication, while also paying homage to the richness of the continent’s natural resources. The emerald hue reflects growth, wealth, and fertility — values embedded in African cosmology.
The baggy straight pants feature oversized cowrie prints, a powerful reference to Africa’s ancient past. Cowries once served as currency across West Africa, symbolizing wealth, trade,
fertility, and spiritual protection. Here, they are reimagined as bold fashion motifs, elevating tradition into a global statement.
The fabric placement with cord ropes adds sculptural drama, grounding the modern silhouette in craft traditions. Together, the look channels both tribal identity and cosmopolitan flair.
This outfit tells the story of a woman who carries her roots with pride while moving through the world with elegance — a reminder that heritage and high fashion can coexist, creating
something timeless and powerful.
● The model 5’9 (175 cm) tall, and wears size 6 NG/UK