African wax prints, also known as Ankara have been incredibly used to make very outstanding styles which are being emulated in various parts of the world. The Ankara fabric which also comes in silk, jersey, satin, denim, and 100% cotton as the best of all, is used to express creative in fashion by a lot of designers.
One of the most lucrative styles ever made from Ankara fabric is the blazer, perhaps the most acceptable less-formal attire fit for a dress up.
The Ankara blazers are less poised as the suit jacket, typically unlined, unpadded, the lapels aren’t edge-stitched and comfortable to wear over multiple clothes of choice.
The Ankara blazer is one of the favorite wear for millions of African people who want to appear stylish and outstanding in events where suits are not suitable. Just like the normal blazer, the Ankara blazer is tailored from solid colors of the Ankara fabrics and easy to wear casually with any color because of its solid texture.
However, another uniqueness of the Ankara blazer is that is can be worn with a matching down like the regular suit and still appear fantastic.
The Ankara blazer known for its irresistible bubbly colors and vibrant designs will last a long time on the fashion scene judging by how long it has stayed and how better it gets each year.
The Ankara blazers are not made for any specific gender. It is gender friendly as it has as much designs for the ladies as much as it has for men.
How To Wash Your Ankara Blazer.
When you get your Ankara blazer, make sure you apply caution while keeping it clean;
When washing your Ankara blazer or any Ankara fabric with a washing machine, turn your Ankara inside-out and add very little detergent if you must use one because the harsh chemicals in detergents react with the dye in the Ankara fabric, causing it to peel and wear off. This makes your Ankara fade quickly. The best soap to wash your Ankara fabric with is a mild bar soap and a hand wash is recommended instead of using the washing machine.
While Washing your Ankara fabric, toss it with a tablespoon of salt. The chloride content of the salt will help seal the colour and design on your Ankara fabric.
How To Know The Original Ankara Fabric for your Ankara Blazer.
Meanwhile, if you want to get your Ankara fabric yourself you may need to consider tricks to measure the authenticity of the Ankara fabric for your blazer.
Firstly, an authentic Ankara usually have deeper colors and not shaded lighter than it should look.
Secondly, the original Ankara fabric have the same precise prints on both sides of the cloth.
Lastly, an authentic Ankara print is always smoother, if it is coarse then its a fake.
