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The Capsules
Come on a journey, and explore the concepts behind each Tennyola capsule. Experience the power of culture, the tribes and the native tongues
Akwaaba Capsule
Origin - Ghana, West Africa
Akwaaba was birthed as a representation of re-centering and reestablishing what Tennyola was created to represent.
This capsule is expressed in the Ghanaian language, Twi in which Akwaaba means "welcome'.
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So, with this capsule I welcome you into culture, into history, into Tennyola, into Africa.
Akwaaba!
Bondeko Capsule
Origin - Congo, Central Africa
The Bondeko Capsule means brotherhood and is a male-centered capsule inspired by the beauty of the shade black. Honouring it’s smoothness, slickness and subtle opulence.
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The capsule is expressed in the Lingala language and Congolese culture.
The pieces are designed to give its wearer the feeling of subtle French-African luxury.
Oriki Capsule
Nigeria, Western Africa
The Oriki Capsule is inspired by red coral beads combined with the beautiful names glorified in the Yoruba Oriki.
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The capsule expresses itself through the richness of the coral beads as well as the craftsmanship of authentic traditional hairstyles frequently worn by various tribes in Western, Eastern and Southern Nigeria.​
The pieces are designed to give its wearer the feeling of modernized Nigerian opulence, combing the coral beads with touches of the modern gold and silver elements.
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