ABAGA VELLI

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, the London-based brand marries contemporary diaspora fashion with the storied heritage of fine British tailoring. The label augments its heavily researched collections with Japanese raw denim, Italian leather, and British waxed cotton to create sleek and adaptable staples for everyday wear. Infusing high-quality craftsmanship with rich storytelling, ABAGA VELLI offers a unique, succinct vision of streetwear elegance. Part of ABAGA’s core is supporting and working with artists and creatives from underrepresented communities. All of this has made the brand reach its cult status, enjoyed by the likes of Little Simz and Daniel Kaluuya