A Review on the Arivee 2024 Collection

Tosin Clegg

“Elegance is when the inside is as beautiful as the outside.”
Years ago, the great French fashion designer Coco Chanel made that profound statement. Today, it is very rare to find a brand that captures this so effortlessly, one that makes dresses that make a woman radiate in and out. But the Arivee fashion brand comes close—very close.

Most times, fashion doesn’t only demand attention – it earns it quietly. It is not about the bold designs and exaggerated curves. It’s about subtle details, graceful cuts, and a refined sense of presence. Fashion that meets poetic elegance is intentional, thoughtful, and composed.

It is fashion that speaks, not shouts.

Poetic elegance is found in the balance between structure and movement, simplicity and statement. It is a mood as well as a movement. The way the sleeve and the shoulders fall softly so that it captures the light and colour of the design. It is in how you feel wearing it: confident, comfortable, and completely yourself.
This kind of elegance is more than just trends. It exists beyond them. It is for those who appreciate craftsmanship, the hidden stitches, the carefully chosen fabric, and the way the design moves with the body instead of against it. The Arivee 2024 Collection offers more than just clothes. They offer presence, polish, and quiet power.

The Arivee brand was successfully launched by the tenacious and graceful Chimdalu Victoria Arinze in 2017. With a deep-seated love for fashion and a keen understanding of the market, Chimdalu started the fashion brand with the mission to offer style that speaks to the modern woman, capturing both their vibrant and unique style.

With Chimdalu at the helm of the brand, Arivee has gained a significant presence both in Nigeria and Abroad. The brand collection has been featured in top fashion magazines and elite fashion events. The luxury ready-to-wear brand prides itself on effortless femininity and timeless elegance. Each piece from Arivee is designed to instil confidence and embrace graceful elegance.

In the 2024 collection, Arivee invites you to a fashion that feels almost sacred. Poetic elegance does not chase relevance. It knows its own time. It speaks softly, but it stays.

Fashion has two purposes: comfort and love. This ensemble from the Arivee 2024 collection succeeds in both – and more. The choice of length evokes grace, yet it is the front design that truly commands attention.

At first glance, the ash gown captures a soft kind of drama – one that does not depend on embellishments but on structure and movement. The gown’s floor-length design elongates the figure beautifully, but its uninterrupted flow makes it rely heavily on the upper detailing for visual interest. A minor slit or break in the lower half — even a concealed one — might help lighten the silhouette and improve movement, especially for runway wearability.

The overlapping design, connected to the sleeve and falling to the knee, is the standout element of the design. It creates this structural look and quality, setting it apart from standard evening wear. The design leans toward art, which is commendable, but having a more tapered or asymmetrical cut might preserve the dramatic effect while still offering a cleaner look.

Now, the sleeve provides a strong foundation— it frames the shoulder firmly and maintains a balanced finesse with the rest of the gown. The piece tells a clear story– one of strength wrapped in softness, of structure enveloped in flow.

This is elegance wrapped in a piece. From this angle, the overlapping design is connected to the neck, extending gracefully to the back. It doesn’t just stop there: the twisted design, in the form of a rope, creates layers at the bottom part of the piece.

This is a gown that inspires. The design choice is both unconventional and intriguing. To complement this piece’s structural yet artistic design, opt for accessories that are refined yet intentional.

You can never go wrong with pairing minimal drop earrings and a metallic leather clutch. Then, finish the look with a sleek heel in a neutral or metallic shade. Remember, the goal is to look elegant without doing too much.

The second piece in the 2024 collection features a black long-sleeved top with shorts and a jacket. This ensemble is a lesson in blending bold colours to give a grounded elegance. The use of the colour cyan and black is modern and full of youthful energy.

The black long-sleeved top provides structure and a sense of seriousness to the wearer. The simplicity gives the overall look a classic strength, allowing the cyan material to pop. It gives the eye upward and frames the jacket so well. This is a job well crafted by the Arivee fashion brand.

Now, to the shorts. The cyan shorts are where the playfulness begins. The vibrant tone of the material brings freshness to the look. And in contrast to the black top, it creates a dynamic silhouette. While the length of the shorts is modern and unique, they are still not suitable for formal occasions. It is too casual; perhaps longer shorts would sharpen the aesthetic and push it towards being polished rather than playful.

The jackets, still of the same hue as the shorts, tie the look together and offer a more cohesive finish. It is bold, refreshing and energizing. However, layering cyan over cyan can flatten dimension. Yet, the jacket’s boxy shape rests fitted on the wearer. It works in perfect harmony–one of comfort and structure.

Overall, this ensemble succeeds in colour harmony and conceptual contrast–grounded black meets vibrant cyan. If you want to walk the line between elevated streetwear and minimalist high fashion, then this was made for you.

The back wear gives a clearer look into the jacket. The craftsmanship of the team is top-notch. From the neck and shoulder down to the hemline at the bottom, the brand’s attention to detailed cut and tailoring is very visible.

Paired with statement accessories, the piece transitions from daytime to evening events, offering a playful yet edgy look. In essence, Arivee created this look for those who want to stand out in this contemporary world.

Another piece of art in the Arivee 2024 collection. What do you think? The wine gown immediately captivates with its rich hue and sophisticated knee-length silhouette–a choice that speaks to modern feminity and timeless elegance. The colour–deep wine tone–portrays a sense of luxury while the V-neck design gently frames its wearer.

The V-neck gown is a refined feature that draws the eyes upward. It balances the overall look with a subtle femininity. Again, the knee-length cut is a smart move from the brand. It merges formal elegance with modern chic.

The matching cover functions more than just a layer – it redefines the gown. The rope detail that holds the cover together at the neck not only serves more than a functional closure but acts as a statement accessory. Though it does all these, the rope detail could be more refined with a subtle metallic finish to elevate its prominence without clashing the gown’s classic finish.

The gown’s ability to transcend from formal to semi-formal occasions is what makes it different from other pieces in the collection. The design is daring in its blend of formal and relaxed aesthetics. For the daring individual, the piece can become a standout wear for occasions that call for grace and an edgy, innovative twist.

At the back, the discreet zip added ensures a tailored fit, while the cut detail at the lower back introduces movement and visual interest. This unexpected slit softens the structure, enhancing the cut detail with a more asymmetrical shape that might further emphasize movement.

The Arivee 2024 collection is one where fashion meets modern elegance. Every piece—ash ensemble, the black top paired with the cyan jacket and shorts, the deep wine gown—was intentional and thoughtfully curated for the elegant woman.

As the journey unfolds, Arivee continues to push boundaries and innovate for every season. The brand remains solid in its mission to redefine what it means to be stylish in today’s world. Chimdalu believes that fashion should be a tool to empower and inspire. This is what the collection is about: Fashion that elevates the wearer to be beautiful outside, just as they are inside.