Prints have become very popular in recents years, and have been seen harboring designers catwalks all over the world. Various celebrities have been spotted wearing clothes made of African-Inspired fashion, which made these fabrics that were once overlooked even more popular. We’re now in 2017and the trend is still standing the test of times.
Do Africans generally identify with the prints? I can confidently answer ‘Yes’ to these questions and as such proving the authenticity of the Print. Also, I see no reason why we can’t recognize the influence that the Dutch had on Ankara. After all, they’ve played their part but now it’s in the hands of Africans to use the fabric to promote our own culture.African culture and lifestyle more. African print was henceforth born. As you might suspect, this is the condensed gist of the issue.
Africa festival ever year , this is very popular event held periodically and is meant to highlight the varied uses of Kitenge/Vitenge fabric. This vibrant cotton fabric is wax printed, using rotary printing machines. Most often it’s a multicolored, dark wax print on a lighter background. The printing on the cloth is done by a traditional batik technique.
Do Africans generally identify with the prints? I can confidently answer ‘Yes’ to these questions and as such proving the authenticity of the Print. Also, I see no reason why we can’t recognize the influence that the Dutch had on Ankara. After all, they’ve played their part but now it’s in the hands of Africans to use the fabric to promote our own culture.
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Kitenge fabric has a long history and gives the Eastern African region an identity. Beyonce, Gwen Stefani, Kim Kardashian and Solange are some of the celebrities that have been spotted on the red carpet wearing Kitenge designs.always we have rounded up our fave ankara designs on the high street to give you a helping hand. From floor-length gowns, to short dresses, ankara pants other funky styles, we have got you covered!
