𝐄𝐘𝐎-𝐆𝐔𝐍-𝐊𝐎 – 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐄 𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐀

The costume is a contemporary representation of age long traditional masquerades emanating from the western region of Nigeria:
— The Eyo,
— Egungun and
— Igunnuko Masquerades.

They are believed to be recanted and highly adorned during festivals. Their presence at every occasion signifies a deep spiritual connection, invoking ancestral blessings and protection.

Commonly found on their apparels are
— Cowries: (a medium of exchange),
— White cloth piece: (representing divinity),
— Ankara and Adire: (the finest of locally woven and dyed materials),
— a staff of passage,
— Akete’ hat: (which depicts the colours of the palace of origin)
and many more deep rooted ornaments.

In all, now seen in ceremonies freely, all of these special beings goes at length to expose how diverse Nigerian cultural heritage was, is and will continue to be.

Designer – Abanobi Emmanuel
(Princeglam)