Have you ever admired an Ankara jacket, African print skirt, or Kente-inspired blouse and had no idea how to style it, all the while feeling like you were about to cross the line of appearing formal, traditional, or over the top? We have all felt this way at one point or another. African prints are vivid, bold, and invoke feelings of exuberance. The challenge is finding ways to appropriately incorporate them into outfits. Fortunately, you don't need to go out and spend a ton

Ankara dresses are famous for their expressive designs and beautiful African prints. Whether you prefer a stylish maxi dress, or something more fun and short, or maybe something elegant and long, the choices are endless. Making a bold and beautiful statement with Ankara dresses is effortless and always gives you an instant confidence boost. But if you live in Canada, you know creating a beautiful outfit isn't always easy. One day, the weather is warm enough to wear a light o

A well put together African outfit is something special, and impossible to ignore. You can walk into a room wearing a simple Ankara dress and magically become the person everyone notices. Something about the bold geometric patterns and color combinations is eye-catching. Ankara fabrics transform very ordinary outfits to very extraordinary designs. It is now commonplace to see the Canadian population, especially women, adorning African prints for various formal and informal o

When discussing fashion in the 1960s, vibrant patterns, sharp suits, and miniskirts typically come to mind. It was also the era where African American fashion intertwined itself with the Civil Rights and Black Power movements. A Harlem resident described the 1960s as the “Decade of Black Expression.” For many Black people in the U.S. the decade illustrated the rebirth of pride and desire for self-determination and racial self-identification. Through art, especially fashion,

Kente Fabrics There are fabrics that instantly grab your attention. Kente is definitely one of them. Beyond the fabric’s beautiful patterns and colors, lies a very rich history and meaning that stretches far beyond a pretty piece of cloth. Kente isn’t just pretty fabric. It embodies Ghanaian history, pride, identity, heritage, and royalty. Kente has been used throughout history to pass stories and messages along. Different patterns and combinations have different meanings and

A couple of decades ago, it may have taken a special event to wear clothes that were considered "African." Whether a wedding, cultural event, or other special occasion, bold Ankara prints and other traditional African attire would make an appearance. Now, with modern spins on African fashion like stylish African dresses, Kaftans, Boubou dresses and more, traditional clothes are worn every day. If you are in Canada, finding African clothing has never been easier. In major Ca

Women of all sizes, including plus size women, desire to beautifully express their personality through their clothing; however, oftentimes, the plus size options available are lacking. A gorgeous Ankara dress may exist, for example, but the largest size may not be large enough. Sometimes, a seller may provide measurements, but may not explain how the fabric will fit around the bust, waist, hips or arms. Fortunately, this is beginning to change. More options for plus size Afri

Let’s be real, tying a gele is an art. A beautiful, sometimes frustrating, arm-aching art. If you’ve ever spent thirty minutes in front of a mirror wrestling with fabric, only to end up with something that looks more like a deflated balloon than a regal crown, you’re not alone. That’s exactly why auto gele styles have become an absolute game-changer for women who want that flawless, head-turning look without the stress. In this post, we’re going to talk about everything auto

Have you ever been to a Nigerian social event? Traditional engagement, birthday celebration, naming ceremony, or other big social party, If you have, you've likely noticed how people always look Dazzling. Not just ‘good’; Coordinated good. You’ll see dozens of women wearing the same fabric, but in different styles, and then see men wearing the same fabric but in different styles of Agbada or Senators. Someone is wearing a dramatic Gele, another person has a beautifully tail

If you have walked into an African fabric store, attended an African wedding, or checked out African fashion designs online, you have probably come across Ankara fabric. It’s almost impossible to walk into a store selling African fabrics and not come across different variations of Ankara. Ankara fabric is probably the most popular fabric in contemporary African fashion. The appeal has gone beyond Africa, you can find African wax prints in places like Canada, the UK, and the U