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Monday, January 25, 2016

Express Yourself This Fall!



 New Arrivals

 T-Shirt -Black History Month
Celebrate Black History in Style!
Express yourself this February with this Black History Month T-Shirt. 100% cotton; can be machine washed. Small fits up to a 38" chest and 27" length. XL fits up to a 50" chest and 30" length.

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12 Colors Traditional Print Dashikis 
Pink,Gold,Natural,Orange
Lime,Turquoise,Blue,Blue
 Purple,Red,Black,White
Get all of your favorites!
Everybody's rushing to get these traditional print dashikis. These dashikis give you that stunning authentic African look, along with 100% cotton comfort. Fits up to a 56" - 60” bust and around 33"-34” length. Comes with two pockets. The border colors on the dashikis may vary from the picture.
Not all dashikis come with hats.


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2 Other Colors



            Heavy Cloth Mud Print Dashiki
Be bold and stylish with this Mud Print dashiki. Showing designs found on African mudcloth, you can show your African pride. 100% cotton. Wash separately in cold water. 
  • Regular Size fits up to 54" bust. 33" in length.
  • Plus Size fits up to 64" bust. 34" in length.

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                     Traditional Patch-Print Maxi Skirt: #1
Voluminous maxi skirt with 2 straps and elastic waistband. Comes with matching head wrap. Has 2 pockets. Fits up to 40" waist. 41" long. 100% cotton


SELECT SKIRT #1 or # 2    $50

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 Traditional Patch-Print Maxi Skirt: #2 
      
Traditional Print Maxi Skirt: Black $50
Voluminous maxi skirt with 2 straps and elastic waistband. Comes with matching head wrap.
 Has 2 pockets. Fits up to 34" waist. 41" long. 100% cotton. 

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Small Leather Gye Nyame Travel 
Bag
   
Take this small leather travel bag with you when you want to travel in style with the Gye Nyame symbol. The leather pocket pulls out from the bottom where you can store your important documents and items like passport, plane tickets, a pen, and similar items as you go.
100% leather. Bag is 4.5" wide x 7" long. Leather thong is 20" long from bag to top. Made in Ghana.

Small Leather Gye Nyame Bag $20

  Set Of 6 Tuareg Silver Bracelets
Sets may vary slightly. 
ACTUAL SETS ARE ASSORTED AND WILL BE DIFFERENT THAN THE PHOTO SHOWN


6 Tuareg Silver Bracelets $55

About Tuareg Silver

Tuareg silver is the most luxurious jewelry worn in most West African countries. Many Tuareg people who can afford to wear it will save it for only the most special occasions.
The Tuareg people of the Sahara wear jewelry made out of this silver as an indicator of wealth, position and origin.
The highly esteemed Tuareg silversmiths create a wide array of jewelry objects that all tie together using the traditional berber markings that you will see on most of the Tuareg jewelry. These etchings are clean cut, concise, geometrical and repeated over and over again through all of the Tuareg silver.
In much of Islamic culture, realistic images are considered to be sacrilegious; hence the geometric patterns. The markings stand for ancient blessings of good fortune and symbols of protection for the wearer. 
This jewelry is so sophisticated and stylish, yet so full of African meaning.Tuareg silver itself is an alloy of silver and copper, which gives it a brilliant golden tone. This is not a sterling silver, and is sometimes made from silver dollars that have been melted.


February Feature Article:Dr. Woodson & African American History Month



Dr. Carter Woodson
Dr. Carter Woodson
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.






Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
"Our nation is a rainbow--red, yellow, brown, black, and white -- and we're all precious in God's sight."
Jesse Jackson (1941)
Speech given at the Democratic National Convention in San Francisco on July 17, 1984

Black History Month commences in February with formal celebrations that pay tribute to many milestones, such as the birth of Frederick Douglass,Langston Hughes, Eubie Blake as well as W.E.B. Dubois an important civil rights leader. Black History Month also commemorates some key anniversaries, such as the passing of the 15th amendment; the swearing in of the first black U.S. senator, Hiram R. Revels; and the assassination of the militant leader, Malcolm X.
Many people take time to reflect upon the achievements of African Americans throughout U.S. history, but not many people know how it all came to be. In 1926, an eminent African American scholar named Dr. Carter Woodson established 'Negro History Week' which was meant to highlight the contributions that African  Americans had made to U.S. history. This particular week was chosen in February because it coincided with the birthdays of Fredrick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln - two men who had greatly impacted the black population. Soon after, the week was extended to include the entire month, as African Americans finally became recognized as an important part of the history of this country.
 Dr. Woodson himself is quite an impressive historical personality; he worked in the coal mines of Kentucky until age 20, when he began high school. He completed his course work in 2 years, and soon after earned a Ph.D. from Harvard. During his studies he was disheartened to find very little about African Americans in the history books of the time, and often when there was reference to the black experience, they were unfair and inaccurate. To combat the lack of information available, Dr. Woodson established the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (now called the Association for the Study of Afro-American Life and History) in 1915, and a short time after, founded the well-respected Journal of Negro History.
 So from Dr. Woodson's desire to give African Americans their proper place in history, we now have a nationally-recognized month dedicated to this worthy cause. It just goes to show you that one man can have a profound effect on this country if his motivations run deep enough.
Important dates in February to remember:

February 1, 1960 - In what later became a civil rights movement milestone, a group of African American Greensboro, NC, college students began a sit-in at a segregated Woolworth's lunch counter.

February 3, 1870 - The 15th amendment was passed, granting African Americans the right to vote. 

February 12th, 1965 - Malcolm X, the militant leader who promoted Black Nationalism, was assassinated by three African American Muslims.

February 23rd, 1868 - W.E.B. DuBois, important civil rights leader and co-founder of the NAACP, was born.

February 25th, 1909 - The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) was founded by a group of influential African Americans and Caucasians in New York City.

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Celebrate Christmas and Kwanzaa


African Clothing


Show off your style in African clothes! We carry different styles available for men, women, and children. While most most of our African attire comes from the Motherland, we also have very unique Afrocentric designs from all over the world. From suits, to dresses, and African accessories you will find something you love to show off.




            Celebrate Christmas and Kwanzaa

   Banana Leaf Ornaments - Angels- Price: $3.90 per EACH

Gold Angel Decorations
Hand-crafted for the Christmas tree or as a household decoration. 7"-7.5" long. Made in Kenya.

                      Buy 12 for only $3.25 eachanana Leaf Ornaments - Angels


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               Banana Leaf Ornaments - Huts 
            These can be used to decorate your home anytime or hang on your Christmas tree. Approx. 4.5" tall. Made in Kenya.
 Buy 12 for only $3.25 each

Banana Leaf Ornaments - Huts

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Banana Leaf Artwork
Banana leaf artwork has been constant in African art for centuries. Native to Kenya, banana leaf art is composed of tiny slices of banana leaves that are cut and pasted or woven together. The banana leaves are sometimes dyed to create a more dimensional or realistic effect. You can also find banana leaf sculptures which are made by weaving together thin slices of the banana leaves, forming and pasting them together to create a completely new style of art. This is a very time-consuming process and is very hard to accomplish without flaws or breaking the sculpture. When the artwork is finished it becomes a gorgeous focal point that has become extremely popular in the last few years. Enjoy this rare and unusual art form for yourself.





















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                                 Men's Dashiki Pant Set w/Cap






 Sophisticated and masculine
This three-piece outfit is constructed from African Brocade fabric, accentuated by a masculine embroidery that communicates achievement and status in Africa. One size fits all; free size fits up to a 58" chest, 52" drawstring waist, and 30-31" inseam. Plus size fits up to a 60" chest, 36" shirt length, 54" drawstring waist, and 31" inseam. 100% Cotton Made in Gambia







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Give your child the best Africa has to offer.
When it comes to ultimate style, Africa has the answer with this three-piece brocade boys pant set. 100% cotton Brocade fabric comes with gold top stitched embroidery, surrounding the slit neckline. Casual pants and kufi hat to match. 2/4 through 16/18. Made in Gambia. 


 Buy 12 for only $33.25 each

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                                      White Brocade Pleated Skirt Set


















Achieve this simple look of elegance and royalty
Pure white brocade hand-crafted in Senegal by Africa’s finest tailors. Three-piece skirt set complete with traditional layered ruffled sleeves, adjustable wrap skirt, and scarf/head wrap. Fits up to a 52" bust and 60" waist. Skirt is 37" long. Hand wash or dry clean for best results. Buy 12 for only $65.83 each















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   George Fabric Kaftan

Look of royalty. George Kaftan and cap. Kaftan 53" in length. Up to 54" bust. 100% Viscose, also available in black and orange. One size fits most. Best results if hand washed.



























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                                   Geometric Three-Piece Garment

Dress to impress

With the new three piece brocade sets. Complementary to match for men and women, or separately. Each garment individually hand tailored in Gambian brocade fabric. The fabrics are bright, stand-out hues with detailed embroidery. So many colors and varieties of these outfits - and such bargain prices! 100% brocade, best if hand washed. One size fits all;fits up to 58" chest, 38" shirt length, 48" drawstring waist, and 28" inseam. Designs and embroidery vary slightly between individual garments. Made in Gambia.

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                                   Men's Dashiki Pant Set & Cap : White

This outfit is extremely elegant and very popular in Africa. It is made almost entirely of white fabric, which is considered very high-fashion. On Friday (Muslim Sabbath) you will see many people wearing white as a sign of respect. 100% cotton brocade. Fits up to a 60" chest, 38" shirt length, 64" drawstring waist, and 30" inseam. Made in Guinea. Buy 12 for only $66.58 each.


























 Embroidered Kaftan

These kaftan combines the simple elegance of a solid color with shimmering gold embroidery. 100% polyester; best if hand washed. Fits up to a 66" bust and 50" length. Buy 12 for only $23.25 each.






























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Shimmering Dress Set with Crown

Turn up the sparkle with this Black History Month favorite. This george dress set has shimmering gold embroidery on the dress, jacket, and crown. 100% viscose; dry clean only. Free size fits up to a 50" bust and length. 40" long duster and 20"-22" crown. Plus size fits up to a 58" bust and 52" in length. Duster is 41" long and 20-22" crown. Buy 12 for only $66.58 each



























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 Authentic African mudcloth dresses

Each dress is unique. No two are alike. Hand spun. For best results hand wash. Made in Mali, West Africa. Fits up to a 50" bust and 53" length. Sleeve length can vary, and some may be sleeveless. Hand wash. Buy 12 for only $49.92 each.








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Mudstick Full Length Dress  



Exotic style with modern sophistication
Embrace symmetry with this geometrically designed full length dress. Comfortable and feminine, this long A-line dress will keep you noticed anywhere. One size fits most. Bust meas. up to 58" - 63". Fits a small through a 2X. Made in Mali. $99.90each. Buy 12 for only $83.25 each





































Bold Designs - Hand-Tailored Quality

Wear the beauty and luxury that comes from hand-crafted African gowns. These unique skirt sets are 100% cotton brocade; best if hand washed. Fits up to a 48" bust, 30" shirt length, 66" wrap skirt, and 50" skirt length. Each skirt set may vary slightly. Made in Benin. Buy 12 for only $66.58 each.















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 African Kente Fashion Skirt Set : #1   African Kente Fashion Skirt Set : #2


100% cotton with lining; hand wash for best results. M/L fits up to a 46" bust, 26" shirt length, 40" drawstring waist, and 36" skirt length. L/XL fits up to a 48" bust, 26" shirt length, 46" drawstring waist, and 36" skirt length. 2X fits up to a 56" bust, 26" shirt length, 52" drawstring waist, and 36" skirt length. 3X fits up to a 60" bust, 26" shirt length, 52" drawstring waist, and 36" skirt length.


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Mud Cloth Wrap Skirt 

Grab attention in trend setting 100% authentic mudcloth wrap skirts. Hand crafted by the Bambara of Mali. They use natural dyes made from fruit trees creating sweet yellow, sweet and sour orange, purple and yellow-orange mixed with black mud and fermented for weeks until the right rich and warm earthtones appear. An eye-catcher people will love! Skirts are 46” in length. Each one of a kind, all designs vary. Fits a small through a 1X.
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