Adegbite
Adegbite
The Crown Line
Adegbite (The Crown Arouses Dignity) is white fire—an Agbada that purifies by presence alone. In this ensemble, silence becomes sovereignty, and dignity is not worn, but radiated. It is rendered in ceremonial white, with a commanding onyx black embroidery panel—a bold contrast that speaks of spiritual authority and sacred restraint. This is not just a robe. This is a rite of passage for those destined to be remembered.
The embroidery on Adegbite is monastic in its precision. Black-on-white, it moves like a call to prayer carved into cloth. The upper motifs evoke Yoruba cosmology—ancestral trees, mirrored symmetry, the duality of life and afterlife. The lower verticals descend like chants etched into marble, invoking clarity, structure, and reverence. This is not embellishment; this is invocation. The chest panel does not accent—it enthrones.
The garment is cut from a creamy cotton blend, thick enough to hold royal form, soft enough to mirror calm. The awosoke—majestic and sculptural—hangs like a divine decree. Beneath it, the awotele is crisp and elevated, holding the embroidery like scripture. The sokoto completes the set with clean, elegant lines—form-fitting but never loud. Worn with a pure white fila, Adegbite is the kind of regalia that does not enter rooms. It alters them.
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Outer Agbada (Awosoke):
Structured in form yet ceremonial in flow, the outer robe offers majestic volume with restrained drama. Falls just below the knee, with a mid-length sleeve that retains full presence while maintaining graceful movement.Inner Garment (Awotele):
Tailored from the same white fabric for tonal harmony, the awotele frames the embroidery like an altar. Its neckline is gently rounded with a single button, anchoring the bold black motif at the center of the chest.Trousers (Sokoto):
Straight-cut with minimal tapering to retain a clean vertical line beneath the outer garment. Features a concealed drawstring and zipper to preserve form while offering comfort. -
Adegbite is made from a high-density cotton-rich blend, selected for its ability to hold structure while offering luxurious softness. The embroidery is done in matte black, using a dense threadwork style that creates dimensional depth without gloss. The motifs are drawn from Yoruba sacred geometry, reflecting power, lineage, and stillness.
Material: Premium cotton-rich blend
Weave: Structured with a soft ceremonial drape
Finish: Matte with a faint reverent sheen
Weight: ~210 gsm
Color: Ceremonial White with Matte Black embroidery
Total Garment Weight: ~1.8 kg (including embroidery and full set) -
Care Instructions: Dry cleaning is strongly recommended. For best results, use a professional service experienced in working with embroidered textiles. Avoid pressing directly on the embroidery—use a pressing cloth or opt for steam to preserve the texture and stitchwork.
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