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By Dimeji Alara
Let’s talk about drip. Not hype or logos, but that quiet, well-dressed confidence that says, “I’ve arrived.” Itele Seyi Agboola’s AW24 collection, presented at London Fashion Week, plays in that lane. The shoes are clean, considered, and unmistakably grown.
But the real question is, are they now?
There’s a definite elegance here. The black-on-black pair with the subtle metallic clasp? That’s prime wedding guest energy. The glossy buckle loafer? Effortlessly crisp. This is the kind of footwear that complements agbadas just as well as tailored separates. But when you zoom out, the tone of the collection feels more cautious than creative.
In a world where menswear is getting bolder — mesh, mohair, metallics — Itele’s refusal to join the trend train is respectable, but it also limits the conversation. We didn’t see any play with color blocking, textured outsoles, or deconstructed shapes. You get timeless, yes, but you risk safe.
Still, credit where it’s due. Every pair looks ready for both front-row fashion moments and real-world rotation. That kind of duality isn’t easy to land.
