Gorgeous African traditional dresses used in Black Panther movie. Stage costumes of main characters
The 2018 movie “Black Panther” could be declared the best film ever in the area of using African folk clothing as stage costumes. These…
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African traditional attire used as stage costumes for different Black Panther characters
This is the second article that features the stage costumes of the “Black Panther” movie characters. In the first one, we talked about the…
Kenyan traditional accessories – beaded headdresses and shoes made from rubber, leather, and wood
Many indigenous tribes around the world use traditional techniques of beadwork to decorate their headpieces, bags, and to make jewelry. And…
Artificial cranial deformation in Congo and traditional Congolese headdresses of the same shape
Queen Ramonda’s headdress in Black Panther movie was inspired by African tribal hats and hairdos. We often see similar elongated shapes of…
Ethiopian habesha kemis – white dress with pretty embroidery
The folk dress of Habesha people from Ethiopia and Eritrea is the world-famous habesha kemis. This garment is like a visit card of these…
Algerian burnous – charming cloak with pointed hood
This traditional cloak originates from Berber outerwear, so it can be found not only in Algeria but also in Morocco, Palestine (although,…
Moroccan men’s traditional outfit ideas – everyday and festive traditional attire, folk music costumes, tribal garments
Moroccan men traditionally wear fine loose-fitting robes made from different but usually natural fabrics. The climate of Morocco determines…
African aso oke fabric used by Yoruba people. Charming traditional cloth
In Africa, there are numerous types of traditional textiles produced and used by the local tribes since the beginning of time. In this…
Kenyan traditional wrap-around cloth shuka – cheerful and durable garment
A lot of African traditional articles of clothing are colorful wrap-around garments. And shuka, Kenyan folk garment, is no exception. It is…
Moroccan djellaba – cute traditional robe with pointed hood. Why is it pointed?
A djellaba is one of the most favored traditional garments among Moroccan men, although female djellabas are also common. As usual with the…
Libyan folk dress. How to make traditional Libyan costumes popular again
One of the designers of clothes in Libya, Nazar Eltim, creates traditional costumes for modern Libyan women. It is a family business for…
Traditional clothing of Venda people in South Africa
The national costume of the Venda ethnic group from South Africa looks typically African. Animal skin loin cloths and aprons, colorful…
Beautiful Ghanaian traditional clothing (photos)
The folk outfits in Ghana are really bright and cheerful. You can find the omnipresent in Africa head ties, traditional stoles or blankets,…
Traditional capulana sarongs are typical garments in Mozambique that once replaced animal skins and are fashionable ever since
One of the most traditional and common pieces of clothing in Mozambique is a sarong-style garment called “capulana”. It’s popular both…
Women of Congo are real fashionistas in their liputa outfits
In Congo, most ladies pay great attention to their outfits because the looks matter here. If you want to be respected and approved of in…
Traditional African clothes are back in use. How does it influence fashion and modern life of locals?
African traditional costumes are diverse, very bright, and truly unique. We’ve prepared a cool material for you which will help you learn…
Traditional kaross blanket of Tswana men. Bushmen legacy or animal extermination?
Men and women in Botswana traditionally dress in clothes made from animal skins because they’re durable, easy to get (Tswana men are great…
Top-10 most stylish African traditional garments
African folk culture is represented by plenty of interesting traditional garments – not only loin-cloths and jewels, as many people think.…
Egyptian tunic from the 7th-8th century. Process of conservation at the V&A
This article will shed some light on the work of museum conservators. Particularly, we’ll talk about an 8th-century Egyptian tunic…
Folk costume glossary. Morocco
Traditional pieces of the male and female national costumes in Morocco: abaya, baboush, balgha, burka, burnoose, cheich, deraa, dfina,…
Algerian djeba and karakou – ornate velvet garments of extreme beauty
The traditional clothing of Algeria is absolutely charming and very regal-looking. Especially women’s garments, not to mention bridal…
Female headdresses in Tunisia (+ photos)
Women in Tunisia traditionally cover their heads – with scarves, shawls, veils, hats, and other headwear pieces. Even today, in the modern…
Moroccan authentic jewelry – massive, copious, and so charming
Moroccan women love jewelry. And always have. But Moroccan gold and silver pieces, adorned with precious and semi-precious stones, aren’t…
Secrets of Egyptian Naqada hand weaving
Egyptian craftswomen from Naqada district are masters in hand weaving the scarves. This craft is ancient and it has been feeding the locals…