Our Story
Born from a deep love of Nigerian culture and fashion, Threads & Gems brings the vibrancy of Lagos to wardrobes around the world one stitch at a time.
Celebrating African Heritage
At Threads & Gems, fashion is more than fabric it's identity, pride, and belonging. Our mission is to bring authentic Ankara prints and Nigerian native wear to every occasion, from everyday elegance to grand owambes.
Every piece we curate is a love letter to Nigerian craftsmanship. We work closely with skilled artisans who carry generations of tradition in every cut, every stitch, and every bold print.
The Principles That Guide Us
Every decision we make is rooted in these core values honouring where we come from while dressing the world in African excellence.
Authenticity
Genuine Ankara prints and native materials sourced directly from Nigerian markets.
Community
Supporting local artisans and building a global family united by culture and style.
Heritage
Preserving and celebrating the rich traditions of Nigerian fashion for generations to come.
Passion
Every piece is chosen with love and a deep pride in African culture and identity.
Rooted in Lagos
Our journey from a shared love of Nigerian fashion to a brand worn across the globe.
The Spark
It started with a single Ankara set made for a family owambe — that drew more compliments than the party itself. The seed was planted.
Threads & Gems is Born
What began as a passion project became a brand. We launched our first curated collection of Ankara and native wear, shipped to customers across the UK and Nigeria.
Growing the Family
We partnered with artisans in Lagos and Aba to expand our range bringing in Aso-Oke, Agbada sets, and hand-embroidered kaftans to our growing community.
Culture, Worn Proudly
Threads & Gems dresses people for the moments that matter from owambes to graduations, everyday wear to global stages. The story is still being written.
Find Your Perfect Piece
Ready to wear your culture proudly? Browse our full collection of Ankara and Nigerian native wear.