Woodin has teamed up with rising sustainable fashion label Cacao to launch a limited-edition ready-to-wear collection that places eco-innovation at the centre of African style.

The collaboration unveiled in Accra blends Woodin’s celebrated prints with Cacao’s contemporary design language, creating a youthful, versatile line aimed at redefining modern African fashion.

Cacao, founded just a year ago, has quickly positioned itself as a champion of sustainability. The brand repurposes off-cuts from Ghana’s sewing industry, upcycles waste sourced from local communities, and prioritises environmentally friendly materials.

For founder Kwaku Bediako Oduru, the Woodin partnership signals more than a commercial venture, it’s a cultural statement.

He envisions a future where African fashion balances creativity, modernity, and climate-conscious practices.

Mr Bediako explained was optimistic that "the future of this collaboration is not just with clothes, but version two will be looking at other facets of products, such as furniture, art pieces, and also stage two of how we can reimagine or we can consistently reimagine how clothes could be."

Despite its young age, Cacao has already gained international attention. It is the first African brand licensed by the NBA for the Basketball Africa League and has been featured on the BBC World Service’s flagship podcast for its innovative approach to fashion and identity.

The new Woodin x Cacao line features pieces designed for both leisure and smart-casual wear, showcasing Woodin’s signature textiles—including the iconic Bogolan print—reimagined through Cacao’s minimalist, trend-driven cuts.

According to Georgina Mensah, Head of Marketing at TexStyles Ghana Ltd., the collection underscores Woodin’s commitment to sustainability while appealing to a younger demographic seeking bold, conscious fashion choices.

She added that "this is just a maiden edition, and so we're definitely planning to roll out more editions after this."

"And it's a really limited edition in our shops as well. So the outfits are in different styles for leisure. It's casual, where we have jackets, we have skirts, we have shorts, and long-sleeve shirts. And you can eventually wear them anywhere, for any occasion."

With this partnership, both brands aim to expand the reach of African print fashion, inspire new forms of creative expression, and encourage consumers to embrace sustainable style.