Yigakpoa Ikpae

Art is not just an aesthetic—it’s an experience, a philosophy, a luxury, a way of being. My art is an invitation into that world. A world where art is not just seen, but felt. Where fashion, fine art, and bespoke craftsmanship merge. It is an invitation to step into a world where beauty is boundless, where art becomes a part of your identity. into something far beyond possession—something deeply personal, something timeless. Designed for those who seek more than beauty—those who crave meaning, rarity, and timeless elegance.

I grew up in the electric vibrance of Africa, I was an artist before I knew the word for it. Creativity wasn’t just a passion or a choice; it was my first language. Before I could fully articulate my thoughts, I was drawing them, painting them, bringing them to life. My childhood home bore the marks of my restless imagination—sketchbooks overflowing, walls transformed into canvases, ideas too grand to be contained by paper alone.

Academia led me toward diplomacy and politics, but my soul as a creative found its true rhythm in the world of art and fashion. I found my way back through fashion—designing garments and footwear that told stories of culture, heritage, and innovation. I was drawn to the rawness of mat...

University Of Benin

Miami Art Week 2021