ÒKUN™ is an award-winning beachwear brand born of a joyous pan-African spirit. Vibrant, contemporary, and ethical; we specialise in luxe and sustainably made in Africa printed swim shorts, trunks, beachwear, swimwear and casual apparel great for holiday.
Powered by a vibrant African spirit, we help you live your best vacay life! 🏝
WE DESIGN ALL OUR PRINTS...
We go beyond traditional wax, batik and Ankara native prints to spotlight symbolism, artisanal techniques and textiles from various parts of the African continent, including block printing (Shwe Shwe) South Africa and basket-weaving from (Bolgatanga) Ghana, woven fabrics such as Kenyan Kikoy. These are made more contemporary thanks to a cool colour palette and tailored silhouettes.
Signature prints include “Oju”, which represents timeless infinity, “Melon” our pop-art meets wax print and nothing encapsulates our contemporary style more than our “AfroCamo™” print.
WELL TAILORED SHORTS...
PATRICE 9" - OUR CLASSIC MID-LENGTH SHORT
Based on a classic Bermuda short and named for the dapper Mr Lumumba, our finely tailored mid-length swim short is the versatile option designed to take you from poolside to beach bar so there’s no need to choose function over style.
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Patrice 9" - Mid-Length Tailored Swim Shorts - Shwe Shwe Turquoise
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Patrice 9" - Mid-Length Tailored Swim Shorts - Shwe Shwe Navy Lime
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Patrice 9" - Mid-Length Tailored Swim Shorts - Shwe Shwe Khaki
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Patrice 9" - Mid-Length Tailored Swim Shorts - Shwe Shwe Fuschia
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PATRICE 4" - COURT
The short-short version of our signature tailored shorts, styled after vintage tennis shorts from the 70s.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
"The African-Inspired Beach Brand You Need To Know"...MR PORTER
"Founded by Mr Bola Marquis and drawing on his African heritage, Okun translates as “the ocean” in Yoruba, and the brand is all about natty prints, quality fabrics, and holiday-appropriate style that will give you a sartorial edge when you’re on the beach or by the pool... The Journal | MR PORTER
#OKUNLIFE
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Stockists & Retailers
Our vibrant shorts and refined resortwear have been stocked by 100+ luxury department stores, leading independents and exclusive hotel/resort boutiques in 20 countries🌍
founder. creative. director - Bola Marquis
"...I left the corporate world of IT to share my vision of a premium, pan-African brand for afropolitans, afrophiles and allies worldwide" ✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽✊🏼✊🏻✊