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African clothing is much more than a fashion statement. Each color, pattern, and shape holds a significant meaning in African culture. Read below to know more about it. 1. Kente Cloth Kente cloth is the typical African look.  This vibrant fabric is woven into long 3- to 4-inch-wide panels. Several panels of kente cloth can be sewn together to make clothing for both men and women. The patterns created by the bright colored threads generally represent religious beliefs, common designs, and political narration. The different colors interpret different meanings. The color red symbolizes death, white expresses purity, green symbolizes fertility and blue expresses love. 2. Mudcloth Mudcloth is an ancient art form that originated from Mali’s Bamana culture and involves weaving cloth and dyeing it with fermented mud. In traditional Malian culture, mudcloth is worn by hunters (men) that serves as a mask and a badge of status. While women wear this cloth after entering into adulthood a...

Apart from supporting local industries and creating employment, there is much more when it comes to African Clothing. It has recently created a buzz in the fashion industry. With its vibrant colors and striking patterns, everyone is going crazy over African Clothing. If you are new to this news, then here are 5 reasons that will definitely convince you to buy African Clothing. 1. Perfect for everyday style The best thing about African clothing is they have clothes for every occasion. You can mix and match them with other outfits and go for casual outings. 2. Bright and bold African clothes are full of bright and bold colors that look really beautiful. You can choose a bright red skirt and pair it with a white shirt and a statement neckpiece. And don’t forget to wear your heels. Bold and bright colors even make you look more attractive and confident. 3. Lovely prints and patterns Who does not love patterns? Every wardrobe is filled with dozens of printed dresses. But African prints ar...

Do you like vibrant colors and bold designs on apparel? If you do, African fashion is definitely your thing. From striking patterns to bright colors, African fashion adds a unique style of clothing to your wardrobe. The versatility lets you make a new statement, and other envious of you. Every season, you can experiment with colors and patterns to get the desired look. If you are still not convinced, here are some reasons that will make you fall in love with African fashion: Be Ready For Every Occasion African fashion has gained popularity in recent years, making famous designers and stylists mingle distinctive designs in dresses. After adding colors and patterns to your wardrobe, you will always find something unique, yet attractive, to create. Whatever be the occasion, whether a casual outing or a special date night, mix and match your outfits and be always style ready. Bright and Bold Talk about African fashion and you will always hear two words - Bright and Bold. Either you...

Majority of the spring and summer 2019 print trends emerged from an amalgamation of enthusiasm for travel, leisure, and desire for bohemian times, with this comprising an abundance of tie-dye, paisley, African print, and silk scarf patterns. Conventional spring and summer prints like floral and butterflies also came out successfully, while animal prints, which have been fashionable for a few seasons now, firmly stayed for the spring 2019 print trends as well. Let’s discuss a few prints briefly that you can try this summer. 1. African print: Add oomph to your wardrobe with beautiful African print maxi skirts. This print is extremely versatile and can easily be dressed up or down. It can be worn on any occasion- all you have to do is do some changes by adding some chunky jewelry, footwear, or other accessories and you are good to go. If you are looking for traditional African maxi skirts for sale , you don’t need to go anywhere. One can easily find numerous online portals...

With summer in its prime, getting all your sunny clothes in place is something which you do. As African prints are popular summer are trending this season, it only makes sense to upgrade your wardrobe by including those dresses. Nowadays, you can get beautiful African print maxi dresses in plus sizes as well as regular sizes. You can choose from the prints you like and wear them to have a nice chic-look. To help you choose your summer attire, here is a list of some of the dressing options which you can try with each other. 1. Midi Set A midi set is a great option to go with your summer attire. You can choose the midi set in two options: the first is when you get a long midi skirt with a short top and the second can be when you wear a short midi skirt with a crop top. Look at the options of the African prints available in the dresses and select the dress which looks good on you. Look at some of the style trends to decide your dress. 2. Strapless Dress Needless to say, the designs of t...

Fashion has undergone a transformation these days. From plain patterns on their dresses, women prefer to wear dresses which have vibrant patterns on them. Since African wax print dresses have a perfect blend of fashion and funk, a lot of women are buying different types of Maxi dresses.    To help you select attractiveAfrican clothing on sale online , there is a list of the three types of African dresses that are listed below- 1. African Maxi dresses Out of all the African dressing options, the maxi dresses are a hit among women. This is because they are full-length dresses and give a good overall look to you. Women of all body types can wear these dresses without worrying about anything else. As maxi dresses cover your entire body, you need to be careful when it comes to choosing the accessories along with it. Fashion designers and stylists suggest that a cloth head accessory can make a good match. 2. African Jumpsuits Und...

In terms of sizing, African fashion has always been more inclusive. This means that it is much easier to shop for women’s plus-size African clothing than it is for American or European fashion. You can take your pick from flattering dresses and skirts in a vast variety of different colors and designs. However, while shopping for plus-size fashion, women often make certain mistakes that cost them in how the clothes look or fit on them. Here are three simple tips for plus-sized African women that can help you find outfits that celebrate your beautiful curves: 1. Know your body type This is true for all kinds of body shapes and sizes. The best way to find styles that complement your features is to be aware of your body type. There are some styles that suit hour glass shapes while some are more suitable for oval shaped bodies. Wearing outfits that flatter your body type can instantly enhance your look. 2. Focus on your best features When looking for clothes, remember that you mu...