Elegance Reimagined: House of Beebah Redefines Modern Femininity

In recent years, the Nigerian fashion industry has increasingly gained overdue recognition, showcasing its unique aesthetics and cultural richness.

Among the names of this burgeoning scene is House of Beebah, a Lagos-based womenswear label dedicated to encapsulating and celebrating the essence of modern femininity. Founded by a fashion designer, Habibat Adebanjo, one of the house’s latest collections takes aim at ‘refined elegance.’

The collection looks luxurious at first glance, with fine fabrics like silk, damask, sequins, and satin being the highlights. And of course, there seems to be a steady focus on clean tailoring and covetable silhouettes.

According to the brand, the collection is “crafted not merely to impress, but to empower,” and one of our favorites is the striped co-ord set, featuring high-waisted shorts and a floor-grazing kimono. Adebanjo appears to be in sync with wardrobe essentials mostly needed by Lagos women, especially in the season where the temperature hovers between 24 and 32 degrees Celsius.

For example, the co-ord set is a functional and versatile summer uniform that can serve for loungewear and beachwear – I mean, reach for just the kimono or shorts when the need arises, or go monochrome when you want to channel your inner city girl, as seen on the model.

There’s also a lilac off-the-shoulder gown that seems to be a great choice for wedding goers. It came complete with voluminous puff sleeves, a sculpted bodice, and an asymmetric hemline. The silhouette merges classic couture elements with youthful energy, underscoring the brand’s ability to reframe formalwear through a modern lens.

However, not every piece delivers the same impact. Some of the more casual styles, like the abstract-print shirt dress or the emerald green top with the printed wrap skirt, feel a bit too safe. They’re wearable, yes, but they don’t bring anything new to the conversation. These are clothes we’ve seen versions of before.

For a collection with such a bold title; Elegance Reimagined, some of the ideas here play it far too safe. There’s a fine line between “timeless” and “predictable,” and a few pieces fall on the wrong side of that line.

One of the things the collection does get right is its point of view. You can see that the brand wants to push African fashion forward not by copying the West, but by refining its own language.

There’s minimal use of clichés, and while some traditional influences are present, they’re not the focal point. Instead, the focus is on structure, quality, and a softer kind of power. That quiet confidence is what gives this collection its identity.

House of Beebah is clearly trying to build something long-term. There’s an effort to distance the brand from short-term trends and lean into craftsmanship, longevity, and visual clarity. The message is: African luxury can be subtle and smart. But while the intention is clear, the execution still has room to grow.

The design language needs to be pushed further. The silhouettes, while clean, could use a bit more inventiveness. The fabrics are rich, but the styling sometimes holds back. The creativity is there; it just needs more boldness.

Overall, Elegance Reimagined is a solid, well-produced collection with high production value and a clear direction. It positions House of Beebah as a brand that’s not chasing noise but building slowly and intentionally. That in itself is admirable.

But if it’s truly aiming to redefine elegance and modern femininity, the next step will require braver choices; more contrast, deeper storytelling through fashion, and sharper differentiation in an already crowded space. The foundation is strong; what’s needed next is a more daring voice.

Collection reviewed by Ubong Richmond