Another unique’ one of a kind’ handmade original art carving from East Africa depicts bonding/togetherness - 'ujamaa' in swahili. Intricately carved by traditional Makonde carver from black wood (mpingo), Ujamaa carvings are a a masterpiece. If you have seen hand carved African 'vinyago', you should see these for their beautiful and extremely fine craftsmanship.
Many Masai women are extremely active doing chores, raising families and doing bead work and decorating animal hides, gourds, and jewellery including arm and leg bracelets and amulets. The womens bead work is just unbelievable.
Kitenge Earings Made by Africanpurplecherry
HOLLYWOOD DIGGING AFRICAN STYLE
Ladies and gents, it would appear that African inspired fashion has officially arrived in Hollywood, and WE LOVE IT! It's about time too. Tinsel town A-list celebrities like R and B singers Solange Knowles and Kelis are proudly wearing African prints and getting adorned in African themed jewelry. Being Afrocentric has never been cooler. Well, we knew that already didn't we? All we can say is welcome to the club ladies :-)
Gwen does Kitenge From Akra (Ghana)
We see various celeb's rocking their colorful Ankara, Woodin, Vlisco and more. I can assure you that this summer trend is ALIVE AND KICKING!
GdV is working on some hot items featuring these African prints.
Amazing African print shirt for the brothers
Amber Rose is never left behind looking amazing in this african print dress.
AFRICAN PRINT AT NEW YORK FASHION !!
While African designers may complain of getting little exposure on the international stage, it looks like American designers are certainly paying attention to the happenings on African runways. This year’s most surprising collection came from rocker Gwen Stafani’s label, L.A.M.B., which was a colorful collection of African-print motifs splashed on everything from mini-dresses to tailored suits.
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