Nigeria @ 65 🇳🇬
In celebration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day, we proudly present a stirring campaign film featuring the legendary Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD) @mofedamijo .
With Gbenga Artsmith @gbengaartsmith ’s handcrafted jewelry and statement “Agbada” bag as the canvas, RMD delivers a soul-piercing spoken word written by Gbenga Artsmith's Creative Director, Gbenga Ayo-Dada @gbengaayodada - a tribute to Nigeria’s resilience, triumphs, and timeless beauty.
This is more than an Independence Day campaign video. It is a love letter to a nation of many tribes, one people - stitched together in strength, culture, and artistry 💚🤍💚.
PHOTO CREDIT:
Jewelry & “Agbada” Bag: Gbenga Artsmith @gbengaartsmith
Green Agbada & Brown Asooke Pants: @asolasoke
Brown Shirt: @kordbespoke
White Outfit: @lookslikeagoodman
White Beaded Cap: @taiwostouch_glitz
Green Shoes: @makandjayafrica
Styling/Creative Direction: @gbengaayodada
Videography: @mavfilmz
#nigeriaat65 #GbengaArtsmith #rmd #rmdsaysso #madeinnigeria #luxuryaccessories #africanexcellence
SHAFFY BELLO × GBENGA ARTSMITH ✨🎬
When Nollywood royalty meets luxury craftsmanship, the result is pure magic.
Shaffy Bello @iamshaffybello stuns in Gbenga Artsmith’s signature jewelry sets and handmade bags - the ultimate owanbé staples for brides’ mums, grooms’ mums, intending brides, and stylish party guests.
In this exclusive fashion film, Shaffy delivers a soul-stirring spoken word performance written by our creative director, @gbengaayodada , celebrating the beauty, strength, and elegance of Nigerian women.
Watch, feel, and be inspired...
Cinematography: @mavfilmz
#gbengaartsmith #shaffybello #spokenwordpoetry #beads #coralbeads #igboweddings #nigerianweddings #nigerianbrides #nigerianfashion #yorubaweddings #gele #lacefabrics #asooke
In the middle of my late mum’s funeral service this January, I was defrauded of almost ₦8 million by cunning property scammers. As though the heaviness of grief wasn't enough, the shame and shock of being swindled added fresh thorns to my sorrow. And as if fate hadn't taken enough, I lost another ₦1 million to the Nigerian Police - but that story is for another day.
This is not a lamentation post. It's a praise report.
In the face of intense losses and betrayal, God showed up - faithful and true. He turned ashes into beauty and pain into purpose. Against all the odds stacked against me, Gbenga Artsmith was blessed with two new upscale outlets in Lagos - one on the Mainland and the other on the Island.
In this video is the showroom of our Mainland outlet, tucked away in the serene Sterling Heights Estate, Ikosi-Ketu. It's pure fashion accessory heaven! 🥰 📿👜👝💎
Island Outlet: 76a, Isale Eko Avenue, Dolphin Estate, Ikoyi. Please call +234-8029111168.
We're open Mondays to Fridays, from 10 AM to 6 PM. We would be honored to welcome you soon. Please spread the word by sharing this post.
Interior design @olivedesignsltd
Video credit @portraitsbylens4tography
#gbengaartsmith #jewelrystoreinlagos #jewelryshowroom #luxuryjewelry #beadsinlagos #jewelrymaker #jewelrydesigner #jewelrystore #coralbeads #handmadejewelry #beadedjewelry #leatherbags #necklaces #headbands #bracelets #earrings #rings #jewelrysets
POV: Your family decides to do "eso-ebi" (matching jewelry) instead of "aso-ebi" (matching outfits) 😍
These custom TORIA Necklace Sets were made for three members of the same family, including a specially designed mini version for their little fashionista 🥰
Handcrafted. Exclusive. Conversation-starting.
This is the kind of jewelry that turns heads before you even say a word.
Some jewelry completes an outfit.
Gbenga Artsmith jewelry does that and more...
#gbengaartsmith #pearls #pearljewellery #asoebi #handmadejewelry
Our 8-year bestseller just got rarer.
Meet the limited-edition “MS. JADE” Tassel Necklace - now fully beaded and finished with a studded butterfly pendant for a bold touch of whimsy.
Only ONE made per colourway. No restocks.
#gbengaartsmith #butterfly #chainnecklace #tasselnecklace #agatebeads
Throwback to my surprise birthday celebration on March 16th - a day I will never forget.
Listening to the heartfelt tributes from my team was deeply humbling. They went above and beyond to create such a beautiful moment for me, and I was especially touched when our HR shared that one of our former staff members reached out to contribute generously towards the celebration. That gesture meant so much to me.
There is something incredibly special about receiving your flowers while you can still smell them, and I do not take this love for granted. This memory will stay with me for a lifetime.
My team remains the backbone of Gbenga Artsmith. They make the execution of my countless ideas feel almost effortless, and I am truly grateful to God for the gift of such amazing people.
I am indeed blessed.
#gbengaartsmith #bestteam
Three generations. One timeless bond.
Mrs. Iyabo Olayiwola @iyabofaleye and her daughter @ayotunde__o , adorned in two versions of our "AYANFE" Necklace Set, while her little granddaughter makes the sweetest cameo - a gentle reminder that beauty, strength, and love are legacies passed from mother to daughter, and daughter to daughter again ❤️.
Happy Mother’s Day to every woman whose love becomes a legacy 💐.
Dresses: @abaya_lagos
Hairstyling: @kennybeauthair
Makeup Artists: @oluolori_mua & @layo_beautyy
Photography: @portraitsbylens4tography
Styling: @gbengaayodada
#gbengaartsmith #happymothersday #pearljewellery #motheranddaughter #threegenerations
The fashion challenge? Finding one bag luxurious enough to keep up with a woman of superior taste.
Meet the MMA Hand-Beaded Purse.
A statement of elegance, craftsmanship, and quiet power - in red, coral, ivory, and purple.
The kind of piece that makes every outfit look expensive.
Perfect for high-stakes ceremonies like #amvca12 , where only unforgettable style belongs in the room.
#gbengaartsmith #beadedbags #couture #luxurybag
Throwback to our popup at Kenten Concept Store @kentenaccra last weekend. Gbenga Artsmith, alongside six other quintessential Nigerian brands - @imani_kidsfashion , @makandjayafrica , @bloomberry.ng , @oeclat , @deezmundu , and @ebonimode_ - took Accra by storm with exceptional products and an unforgettable shopping experience.
I wasn’t just there as a vendor; I also doubled as the stylist and model/influencer, if I may add 😄. We had an amazing time!
Thank you, Accra, for the incredible reception and massive love ❤️🇬🇭.
#fashioncollective #fashionpopup #kentenaccra #conceptstore #accrafashion
Happy birthday to Mrs. Olufunke Fowler-Amba @fowleramba , Director at Vivian Fowler Memorial College.
Today, we celebrate a true superwoman as she marks another year in elegance, adorned in the coral version of our signature “IDERA” Choker Set.
Wishing her many more years of excellent health, grace, and even greater accomplishments.
Asooke: @asolasoke
#gbengaartsmith #coralbeads #asooke #beadsinlagos #happybirthday
We had an incredible time at our Kenten Accra popup - over 24 bags sold and several jewelry pieces purchased! We even had to rush in fresh stock from Nigeria overnight after Day 1.
Accra, thank you for the love 🇬🇭✨
We can’t wait to be back!
A big thank you to our host @kentenaccra . Beautiful ambience, amazing staff, incredible service...
#gbengaartsmith #kentenaccra #jewelrypieces #headbands #leatherbags
Day two, and we are not slowing down.
There is something about the way African fashion speaks when it is allowed to be in full conversation with itself. The Mofe dress and Aby Asooke skirt from @ebonimode_ doing exactly what wearable art is supposed to do, the Ruthy necklace, Adel necklace, and Vina bracelet from @gbengaartsmith holding the whole look like punctuation, and the Julia Midi from @oeclat because a look this considered deserves a bag that can keep up.
This is what the 601 Collective meant when we said experience.
Accra, we still have today and tomorrow and we want to see you.
Join us at KENTEN, Plot 1 West Light, Industry Area, Accra, Ghana.
