Art Bring Access Grants Ascendance

ABAGA VELLI, founded by Diallo ‘NEHIMIAH’ Hasmat-Ali & Reyaz Hasmat-Ali, is a brand that brazenly wears its unique sensibilities as adornments rather than scars, aptly situated in the new vanguard of making the unconventional relatable within culture & fashion.

Launched in 2019, ABAGA VELLI instills the lived experiences and community-oriented mindset of founder Diallo ‘Nehimiah’ Hasmat-Ali. Taking its name from an acronym meaning “Art Brings Access, Grants Ascendance” alongside the Votic word for brotherhood, “velli”, the London-based brand marries contemporary diasporan fashion with the acclaimed heritage of fine British tailoring.

ABAGA VELLI’s initial signature shapes and creative approach were spearheaded by, its inaugural creative director/self-taught designer, Adémidé Udoma (2020 - 2023). In 2024, ABAGA VELLI enters a matured creative direction under the helm of Nehimiah & refreshing design approach with Mohsin Ali.

The brand augments its laboriously researched collections by using luxury fabrics such as Japanese raw denim, Italian leather, and technical fabrics to create sleek and adaptable staples for everyday wear. Infusing high-quality craftsmanship with rich storytelling, ABAGA VELLI offers a unique, succinct vision of menswear elegance.

CATEGORY: RTW MENSWEAR
COUNTRY: UNITED KINGDOM
INSTAGRAM: @abagavelli

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