About Ohenca
Where Heritage Meets Modern Fashion
Our Story
"Each Ohenca piece tells a story — of heritage, of craftsmanship, and of the hands that created it."
Founded in 2020, Ohenca was born from a passion for preserving and promoting Ghanaian textile traditions while creating modern, wearable pieces. We work directly with local artisans to create authentic designs that honor traditional techniques while appealing to contemporary tastes.
Our mission is to share the beauty of Ghanaian craftsmanship with the world, creating pieces that celebrate African heritage while embracing modern design sensibilities.
The Beginning
Ohenca was founded with a vision to celebrate Ghanaian heritage through modern fashion.
First Collection
Launched our debut collection featuring authentic Kente-inspired designs.
Growing Community
Expanded our artisan network and reached customers across 3 continents.
Digital Evolution
Launched our online store to share Ghanaian fashion with the world.
The Future
Continuing to innovate while staying true to our heritage and values.
Meet the Founder
Alice Adusei
Also known as Avalice & Ohenewaah
"OHENCA was born from a personal passion — and a little bit of frustration! As a big chested girl and a total perfectionist, finding dresses that felt just right was always a mission. So, I decided to take matters into my own hands and create my own."
From a young age, I've always been drawn to creating something beautiful and unique. My love for fashion design blossomed early on, and despite the initial skepticism of friends and family, I was driven by passion and continued to hone my skills and perfect my craft.
While OHENCA was first inspired by the need for bust-friendly styles, I'm thrilled to say our pieces now celebrate all body types. I strive to create designs that are not only stylish and eye-catching, but also timeless, versatile, and truly comfortable — because every detail matters.
The journey hasn't always been smooth, but with a little faith and your incredible support, we're back and better than ever. To my cherished returning followers — welcome back! And to our new friends, thank you for joining us. Let's step into this new chapter together, creating beautiful, timeless pieces.
Ohenewaah
Founder & Creative Director
Our Craftsmanship
Every Ohenca piece goes through a meticulous process to ensure authenticity and quality.
Design
Each piece begins with inspiration from traditional Ghanaian patterns and modern aesthetics.
Source
We carefully select authentic fabrics and materials from local Ghanaian suppliers.
Craft
Skilled artisans bring each design to life using time-honored techniques.
Deliver
Every piece is quality-checked and packaged with care for its journey to you.
Our Values
Authenticity
We honor traditional Ghanaian craftsmanship and design elements in everything we create.
Sustainability
We use eco-friendly materials and production methods whenever possible to minimize our environmental impact.
Community
We work directly with artisans, ensuring fair wages and supporting local economies in Ghana.
Quality
We create pieces that are made to last, both in style and durability, focusing on exceptional craftsmanship.
Experience the Ohenca Difference
Discover our collection of African-inspired fashion pieces that celebrate heritage and empower communities.