MAMBÉLA — Designer Bomber Jacket
The composition of this creation depends on your selected fabric. Check the material option before adding it to your selection.
Finding Your Size
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This bomber has a menswear-inspired cut with a relaxed silhouette. Choose your size according to your chest circumference, rather than relying only on the size you usually wear.
- XXS: 81–86 cm
- XS: 86–91 cm
- S: 91–96 cm
- M: 96–101 cm
- L: 101–106 cm
- XL: 106–111 cm
- XXL: 111–119 cm
- 3XL: 119–127 cm
- 4XL: 127–135 cm
To measure, run a flexible measuring tape horizontally beneath the arms and around the fullest part of the chest. For a closer fit, choose according to your measurement rather than automatically sizing down; for a roomier fit, consider the layers you intend to wear underneath.
Not sure? Write to the Maison before ordering. Small variations in garment measurements may occur with made-to-order production.
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Made to order, as stated for this piece. Alterations are not automatically included.
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Each piece deserves special attention. From its making to its delivery journey, every step honours the craftsmanship and time needed to bring it to life.
Timelines vary depending on the creation and the destination. No artificial urgency, only the care your order deserves.
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Your selection Confirmation of your order
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Making your piece Timing varies with the creation
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The Story Behind the Creation
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MAMBÉLA is a designer bomber jacket from Libreville Royale, a collection by Élisabeth Akaïa Kaï. Conceived as wearable textile art, it combines a contemporary silhouette with a visual language inspired by Gabonese artistic heritage.
At the front, graphic signs echo Bantugraphy, a contemporary writing system developed in Gabon. At the back, a stylised female portrait recalls the forms and presence of Punu masks. These references meet in a composition of warm tones, creating a dialogue between cultural memory and personal expression.
The straight, relaxed bomber cut is fully lined. Ribbed collar, cuffs and hem structure the silhouette, while a zip fastening makes it suitable for everyday wear. Styled with monochrome separates, tailored trousers or a flowing dress, MAMBÉLA retains the expressive force of its print.
Four fabric options give the piece different personalities: satin with satin lining, a waterproof outer fabric with quilted lining, Softshell jersey with satin lining, or marbled velvet with quilted lining. Texture, structure and the way the motif appears vary according to the selected material.
Available from XXS to 4XL, MAMBÉLA is for anyone seeking an artistic bomber with a confident silhouette, beyond conventional gender codes. Consult the chest measurements in the size guide and consider your desired fit. The Maison can help you choose before ordering.
The design is created by Élisabeth Akaïa Kaï; each jacket is printed and made to order by a partner atelier. The positioning of some print details may vary by size and fabric. To care for your piece, favour a gentle wash at no more than 30°C, lay flat to dry and follow the instructions for the selected variation.
Materials & Finishes
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A straight-cut, fully lined bomber jacket, with ribbed collar, cuffs and hem, a metal zip fastening and an all-over print.
- Satin with satin lining: smooth lustre and fluid feel.
- Waterproof outer fabric with quilted lining: a matte appearance and more structured shape.
- Softshell jersey with satin lining: softness, flexibility and insulating comfort.
- Marbled velvet with quilted lining: a denser fabric with a luminous textured effect.
The fabric's texture influences the rendering and depth of the colours. The photographed design illustrates the artwork; the exact material depends on your selected option.
Craftsmanship & Approach
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Mambéla's artwork was created by Élisabeth Akaïa Kaï for its Libreville Royale collection. Cutting, printing and assembly are carried out to order by a specialised partner atelier.
This production method avoids manufacturing pieces that have not been ordered. It does not mean that the jacket is individually tailored to your measurements or produced as a one-of-a-kind piece. Slight variations in pattern placement and dimensions may occur according to fabric and construction.
The Visual World
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At the front, a language of symbols. The motifs draw inspiration from Bantugraphy, a contemporary writing system developed in Gabon from graphic signs. The Maison interprets these forms as a textile rhythm, echoing memory and expression.
At the back, a presence. The stylised female portrait engages with the aesthetic of Gabon's Punu masks, known in particular for their idealised female faces and sculpted hairstyles. This remains a contemporary visual interpretation, not a reproduction of a ceremonial mask.
Gold, earth and black tones give Mambéla its sunlit identity, at the meeting point of fashion and visual art.
How to Wear Mambéla
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The striking print calls for a considered balance: sharply cut trousers, raw denim, a fluid skirt or a monochrome look let the artwork command attention.
In satin, Mambéla brings a more dressed-up lustre; in marbled velvet, a deep, enveloping texture. Choosing the fabric is also choosing the mood of the silhouette.
Care & Preservation
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To preserve the print, shape and finishes:
- Wash gently at a maximum of 30°C.
- Dry flat; do not tumble dry.
- If needed, iron on low heat, following the care label.
- Professional dry cleaning is an option.
Avoid friction and harsh treatments. Care requirements may vary according to your chosen fabric.
Orders & Personal Assistance
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Mambéla is made after your order is confirmed, in the chosen fabric and size. Delivery costs and arrangements are displayed at checkout according to your destination.
Before deciding, you can review our shipping information and returns policy.
For sizing or fabric advice, or if you have an important date in mind, contact the Maison. We are here to guide your choice.
“Between symbol and face, memory takes shape.”