Style moves fluidly in Lagos, but what happens when it acquires a foreign edge, becoming a product of conversations between the motherland and its teeming diaspora? That’s the question that Khenny, a new African luxury brand, is seeking to answer in a world that keeps shrinking and becoming increasingly intertwined. 

Fresh off its intimate pre-launch event held during Lagos Fashion Week, Khenny is aspiring to redefine what African lifestyle and luxury can look like. Founded by Adeola Bakre, the brand captures the duality of life between worlds, blending culture, comfort, and effortless style.

The debut collection brought together creators and influencers across the diaspora, each embodying Khenny’s signature spirit: grounded, playful, and globally rooted. From the scarf hats to the Ilashe tanks, every piece feels like a nod to heritage with a modern ease that just makes sense.

A twin, Adeola Bakre, had long nurtured the dream of creating a brand that could resonate with African audiences and members of the wider diaspora. The idea for Khenny came to her after seeing two birds on her balcony that she named Taiwo and Kehinde, after herself and her brother, kickstarting the Khenny vision. 

At the heart of Khenny is a story of duality, something that runs through everything we do. Khenny is the short form of Kehinde, a name traditionally given to the second-born twin in Yoruba culture. That sense of duality isn’t just central to the brand’s name, it’s woven into the fabric of its operational ethos. At Khenny, the aim is to celebrate contrasts, balancing them to create something that’s both powerful and deeply personal.

As part of Khenny’s debut collection, there are specially curated tank tops, tote bags, and scarf hats that celebrate a new generation of African expression while staying true to the brand’s mission of bridging culture and play. 

Pre-order the debut collection here.