Ankara Is The New Trend.
African wax prints, also known as Ankara, is omnipresent and common materials for clothing in Africa, especially West Africa. They are industrially produced colorful cotton cloths with batik-inspired printing.
It is usually a colorful cloth and is primarily associated with Africa because of its tribal-like patterns and motifs.
Since western gowns and dresses have become just too mainstream so this season you should go for the most trendy and vibrant Ankara style dresses as it is one of the most talked about trend in the African fashion industry and beyond and it’s ideal to be worn in the summer season.
Ankara which has taken over the African runways and African runways in UK, US and in runways of all countries where African fashion is loved and celebrated, making it the most appreciated fashion brand in Africa and beyond.
Ankara is also a very versatile fabric and many items can be made from it such as hats, earrings, blazers, and shoes to name a few. To make ankara an even more versatile fabric, fashion brands and fabric suppliers have manufactured ankara prints on fabrics like chiffon, silk, spandex for clothing such as kaftans, iro and bubas, bathing suits, sports bars, leggings, socks etc.
“The striking thing about using “Ankara’’ fabrics is that it gives you the desired styles and cuts, either used alone or mixed with other fabrics, it responds perfectly.” this is usually the testimonies from designer who style with the Ankara fabric all over the world.
Some people wear it as “asoebi” for special occasions, social events, cultural events etc. Asoebi is a Nigerian word and means “clothes of the family”. Family members, relatives and close friends usually dress up in similar attire for a special occasion.
If fashion is about taking what is trendy, what is in vogue to matching it with beauty and style then Ankara is the right choice for fashion lovers because the “Ankara’’ fabrics was one of the major fabrics used by the designers who showcased their artistry in the just concluded London edition of Africa Fashion.
