Reyi Patch Dress

A celebration of continuity, culture, and conscious design, the Reyi Patch Dress tells a story woven from time. Each panel in this striking mid-length dress is made from handwoven African fabrics—textiles carried over from previous Cynthia Abila collections, reimagined and reassembled with intention and artistry.

Crafted by indigenous female artisans, the fabric patches come alive in bold, joyful colors—each one a fragment of the past brought forward into a vibrant present. Cowries, delicately placed across the dress, echo ancestral adornment while lending texture and meaning to every step.

Featuring a front slit for fluid movement and raw fringed edges that nod to the raw beauty of handcraft, the Reyi Patch Dress is more than a garment—it’s a statement of heritage, sustainability, and the power of storytelling through fashion.