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Modari

Crafted with passion, worn with pride.

Sector
Fashion & streetwear
Services
Brand Strategy, Brand Identity, Motion Design
Year
2023
Context
Client project · Founder work, before Paper & Layer

Modari is an Afrocentric streetwear brand from Nigeria that fuses heritage with street style. The name means "I lead" in Yoruba, and the brand grew out of the energy of Nigerian youth. Its aim is to become a household name and a globally recognised fashion brand, setting trends and inspiring creativity in Nigeria, across Africa and beyond, while celebrating Africa's cultural heritage.

The identity aims to be timeless, simple and elegant in an Afrocentric way. The logo combines the brand name, an abstract letter M and a star. The star was chosen for what stars have long stood for: guidance, hope, inspiration and aspiration. Here it signals optimism and gives the brand a sense of purpose and direction.

The palette is red, black and white, with Sky Blue as the secondary colour. Red stands for passion and bold creativity. Black stands for sophistication and timelessness, and for the blend of tradition and contemporary style. White stands for purity, honesty and a fresh perspective. Sky Blue adds serenity and openness, reflecting the brand's versatility and inclusivity.

Credits
  • Brand identity designer

    • Abdulsamad Umar
  • Motion designer

    • Isah Kobo
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Modari logo construction grid
Modari branded packaging boxes
Modari African heritage brand manifesto
Modari contemporary streetwear portrait
Modari packaging applications
Modari branded business cards
Modari packaging detail
Modari branded envelope
Modari garment label system
Modari Urban Unity campaign
Modari streetwear campaign triptych
Modari branded shopping bags
Modari branded packaging tape
Modari streetwear portrait with black beanie
Modari casual clothing and shopping bag
Modari Crafted with passion campaign
Modari tote bag application
Modari social media campaign
Modari yellow and white fashion campaign
Modari fashion portrait
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