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2013

In 2013, our founder, Wale Fakile was on a mission—to find the perfect bespoke shoe for his sister’s wedding. However, every cobbler he approached had prices far beyond reach. A passionate shoe lover himself, Wale saw the gap between luxury and affordability in the fashion industry and decided to change the narrative.

2016

By 2016, Rach. Gabriels Fashion Company was born, built on the belief that elegance shouldn’t come with an overwhelming price tag. Today, we continue to provide premium, handcrafted, and stylish footwear that merges sophistication with affordability.

2021

In 2021, we decided to spread our tentacles and started creating custom-made 2 piece male garments. Our first line of designs was called ‘Safari by Rach. Gabriels.’

With a growing community of fashion-conscious individuals, we have expanded our impact beyond just selling shoes and Safaris—we are shaping lives through empowerment and skill development.

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Bridging the Gap Between Luxury and Affordability

At Rach. Gabriels, we believe that high-quality fashion should be within everyone’s reach. Our approach focuses on:

Premium Craftsmanship

Each pair of shoes is made with precision and superior materials.

Affordable Pricing

Luxury doesn’t have to be expensive. Our pricing model ensures you get premium footwear at a fraction of the cost.

Empowering the Community

Through initiatives like Project Centum, we are equipping young Nigerians with the skills to create and sell high-quality shoes, fostering economic empowerment.

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What is Project Centum?

Project Centum is an innovative initiative by Rach. Gabriels Fashion Company aimed at training and empowering 100 young Nigerians in shoemaking and entrepreneurship every year. This program provides out-of-school youth with hands-on training, mentorship, and market integration support to build successful careers in the fashion and footwear industry.

Why Project Centum?

Nigeria faces high unemployment rates, especially among young people. Many have the talent and passion for fashion but lack the skills and resources to turn their aspirations into reality. Project Centum is designed to change this by offering:

Comprehensive training in shoemaking and business skills
Access to mentorship from industry experts
Financial and logistical support for launching their own brands
A structured pathway to employment or entrepreneurship

Our Approach

Phase 1: Selection and Training
We identify promising young talents and equip them with practical shoemaking and business skills.
Phase 2: Mentorship and Industry Exposure
Trainees are connected with experienced mentors and given opportunities to gain hands-on experience in the industry.
Phase 3: Market Entry and Business Support
Graduates receive support to launch their own brands, secure jobs, or collaborate with leading fashion houses.

Impact and Sustainability

Self-Sustaining Mode
Trained participants reinvest in the program, helping train future cohorts.
Partnerships
We collaborate with NGOs, private organizations, and government agencies to expand reach and impact.
Scaling for the Future
We aim to grow Project Centum beyond our first 100 participants, extending opportunities to thousands of aspiring entrepreneurs across Nigeria.

Over the next five years, we will train 500 young Nigerians the art of shoemaking and replicate our model across other crafts like garment making and design, woodworking, filming etc.

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Be part of the Rach. Gabriels community—whether as a customer, partner, or supporter of Project Centum. Together, we can make luxury accessible, create opportunities, and empower the next generation of Nigerian shoemakers.