Celebrate Africa's Exotic Beauty

Besida unites women worldwide to Africas rich and exotic beauty through our selection of handcrafted garments from Benin City, Nigeria.

Ethically sourced using fair trade values, these ready-to-wear pieces for women are designed to represent a beloved homeland.

Experience the joy of Africa by wearing our unique, multifunctional, and size-inclusive pieces from tops like dusters and kimonos to multi-way garments. Browse pieces such as our Ankara dresses and fabric headwear from our Afrocentric women’s clothing store.

  • WHO WE ARE

    Proudly Made in Nigeria

    Besida crafts beautiful garments ethically and sustainably made in Nigeria that you’ll be proud to wear. Launched in 2015 to supply the need for ready-to-wear clothes that embolden African women, Besida has become a clothing store that bridges Black women to their heritage.

    Our destiny began with our ancestors – and continues with you. 

    Explore Our Heritage 

"This dress is breathtaking! Such vibrant colors. Took a while for the order to come in but it was worth the wait. Will order again and soon."

Ruth
March 20, 2023

I received my order promptly, the quality of the item is very good and match the description, it definitely met with all expectations.

Felicita
September 27, 2023

This item is gorgeous and I can’t wait to wear it in Puerto Rico!

Professor
September 20, 2023

learned the true meaning of “It takes a long time to look this good.” My purchase was way-laid but the gracious owner worked with me to track it down. And when it arrived…Oh!My!Goodness! It made my middle-aged self look 10 yrs younger, 10lbs slimmer, 💯 X more stylish & my legs a skosh sexy. Get the dress! You need it & you deserve it.

drlmdo
September 19, 2023

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