Every collection begins with a spark. For us, that spark often comes from mood-boards—a collage of textures, fabrics, colors, and emotions that quietly whisper the direction of a new piece.

One of our recent mood-boards was especially powerful. It started with crepe fabric and a bold Aso-Oke weave with striped details. At first, they sat side by side on the board—just fabric samples pinned with no intention other than curiosity. But as we stared, the dialogue between the two began to unfold.

The colours carried optimism, warmth, and energy; the Aso-Oke added depth, heritage, and timeless craft. Together, they told a story we couldn’t ignore: a conversation between tradition and contemporary fashion.

From this moment, the vision of a blazer was born. We imagined it styled not with the usual straight trousers, but with bold, playful silhouettes—a reminder that fashion isn’t just about looking good, but about feeling alive, experimental, and unapologetically expressive.

The handbag followed naturally. With its mix of smooth leather and Aso-Oke detailing, it became the perfect companion piece—a bridge between worlds, just like the blazer.

This is why mood-boards matter. They’re not just inspiration boards. They’re roadmaps, connecting where we’ve been to where we’re going. Each one holds the DNA of a collection, a creative compass pointing us toward new expressions of identity, heritage, and style.

For us at MFbyForesythe, creating isn’t just about clothing—it’s about storytelling. And every fabric we choose, every button we sew, every mood-board we build is part of that bigger story.

So next time you see one of our pieces, know that behind it lies a journey: of culture, craft, and a mood-board that once sat quietly in a studio, waiting to speak.