BODA BODA JEANS
The illusion of jeans worn over track pants is created by a horizontal seam joining them just above the hips. Side seams of the jeans are reversed to the exterior. Raw hems. Fraying will increase with time to create a genuine used look.
This style is a direct reference to boda boda riders in Kampala, who often wear track shorts under jeans in a fashion commonly known as "play".
BODA BODA TRACK PANTS
The illusion of two track pants worn over each other is created by a horizontal seam joining them just above the hips.
This style is a direct reference to boda boda riders in Kampala, who often wear track shorts under pants in a fashion commonly known as "play".
SNAP JEANS
Jeans with snap buttons and button stands made using offcuts from track pants. Upcycled drawstring inserted into the original waistband to keep things nice and tight. Raw hems.
Note: Everyone looks good in these.
TRACK HEM CHINOS
The illusion of chinos worn over track pants is created by shortening chinos and attaching elasticated track hems made using cut-offs from navy blue track pants. Features an elastic waistband with drawstrings for a more athletic look and feel.
This style is a direct reference to boda boda riders in Kampala, who often wear one pair of pants over another, the inner one peeking out at the ankles.
FLIP JERSEY DRESSES
Two original football (or soccer, depending where you're from) jerseys joined at the side seam and flipped by 90° New neck hole created in the side seam, with double rib detail. This dress is particularly fun to style because there are four armholes and two neck holes to play with.
We say original because most of the jerseys imported to Uganda are counterfeits. Colours depend on availability at the market.
If you have any special wishes for colours, please add them below and we'll confirm availability.
PLEATED DENIM SKIRT
35 waistbands from jeans are opened out flat, trimmed, straightened and joined to create a pleated skirt. Features side pockets because we believe skirts should always have pockets. Closed at the front with snap buttons.
This piece requires a high level of artisanal skill and time.
FLIP JERSEYS
Original football (or soccer, depending where you're from) jersey flipped by 90°. New neck hole created in the side seam, with double rib detail. This is as elegant as jerseys can get.
We say original because most of the jerseys imported to Uganda are counterfeits. Colours depend on availability at the market.
If you have any special wishes for colours, please add them below and we'll confirm availability.
FOUR-PANEL FRENCH SEAM T-SHIRTS
Oversized T-shirt made using panels from four different T-shirts reassembled using French seams on the exterior. Of course, it can be worn as a dress.
BLEACHED EIGHT-PANEL SLEEVELESS T-SHIRTS
Loose-fitting T-shirt made using panels from eight different T-shirts. Each panel is individually bleached using different techniques. Double rib finishing at the neck hole. Raw cut hems.
This is an advanced form of panelling, bleaching and patchwork which allows us to use leftover panels from other T-shirt styles. Less waste = better fashion.
EIGHT-PANEL T-SHIRTS
Loose-fitting T-shirt made using panels from eight different white T-shirts. Double rib finishing at the neck hole. Raw cut hem.
This is an advanced form of panelling and patchwork which allows us to use leftover panels from other T-shirt styles. Less waste = better fashion. You'll enjoy the surprises that eight different graphics create. To make this piece even more enjoyable to wear, we've added elastic at the hems of the sleeves.
EIGHT-PANEL SLEEVELESS T-SHIRTS
Loose-fitting T-shirt made using panels from eight different T-shirts. Double rib finishing at the neck hole. Raw cut hems.
This is an advanced form of panelling and patchwork which allows us to use leftover panels from other T-shirt styles. Less waste = better fashion. You'll enjoy the surprises that eight different graphics create.
LONG-SLEEVED BOMBER SHIRT
Pockets and an elastic hem applied to classic button-down shirts to create a bomber jacket appearance. Sleeves extended using black or navy blue track pants – looks like you're wearing a jacket under a shirt.
SHORT-SLEEVED BOMBER SHIRT
Pockets and an elastic hem applied to classic button-down shirts to create a bomber jacket appearance. Features AI Jesus poster print peaking out of the breast pocket. We can exchange the print if you like – let us know in the special wishes section at check out and we'll send you an email to request for a print of your choice.
BLEACHED HALF-TUCK SHIRTS
Artistic bleach treatment and thin tucks applied on striped button-down shirts from the waist and elbows down to the hem. Featuring a black yoke open at the shoulder.
REVERSED TRENCH COATS
This is one of our best-sellers. Trench coats dismantled and reassembled with all raw seams reversed to the exterior. We recommend wearing this trench in a size larger than you usually would, with long sleeves and slouching shoulder.
In Uganda, trench coats are mostly worn by security guards. Almost all trench coats we source at Owino Market are somehow damaged, with stains, broken buttons or holes. Over time, we have developed techniques to fix almost any trench coat before the redesigning process begins.
FOUR-PANEL HOODIES
Panels from four sweatshirts joined to make one over-sized hoodie with inside-out seams. This is the RETURN TO SENDER classic that we've been making since our first drop in April 2022. Word has it that this is the most comfortable hoodie out there.
REVERSED BLEACHED DENIM JACKETS
Classic denim jackets dismantled, bleached in pieces and reassembled with all raw seams reversed to the exterior. This piece is full of surprises. The shapes and colours depend on how each jacket reacts to the bleach. We recommend wearing it in a size larger than you usually would.
REVERSED DENIM JACKETS
Classic denim jackets dismantled and reassembled with all raw seams reversed to the exterior. We recommend wearing this jacket in a size larger than you usually would.