3 Simple Projects to Make With your West African Fabric Pieces
At Empire Textiles we have a wide range of African fabric, from bright Vlisco to chic brocade, that are perfect for creating your own clothes. But we all know that,…
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Make Your Mark in Monochrome
West African fabric often brings to mind bold patterns set in a riot of colour – statement fabrics that go against the grain of corporate-wear, clashing oranges and blues, pinks and…
How to care for your wax prints
West African wax prints can add an extravagant splash of colour to your wardrobe and the best are generally made from 100% cotton. If you want to keep that luxury…
The Versatility of Vlisco: a Short Look at Vlisco’s Design and Production Methods
Some of the most popular fabrics we sell here at Empire Textiles are produced by Vlisco. What makes Vlisco so popular? The answer lies in the brand’s versatility: their fabrics…
Wax prints steal the show at Paris Fashion Week
African wax prints are certainly head-turning garments wherever they are worn in the world, and judging by last week, Paris is no different. The cream of the fashion world gathered…
The History of French Lace
Lace has become an integral part of African fashion and here at Empire Textiles, it’s a popular fabric that’s shipped around the world to make high-quality garments. In particular,…
Turkish president visits Africa to improve trade relations for West African textiles
Spring has seen Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan fly to Africa for a four-nation tour, aimed at improving trade relations between his country and the continent. Erdoğan kicked off his…
Textile Production Creating New Job Opportunities in Africa
Here at Empire Textiles, our diverse selection of African fabrics are shipped around the world, ready to fashion into a stunning array of garments to suit all tastes like West…
The Origins of the Wax Print
When we think of wax prints, we think African wax prints. The searingly bright and boldly patterned fabrics are synonymous with Africa. However, the history of this famous fabric, now…
How to wash West African fabric with crystal embellishments
From dresses to head gear, the incorporation of crystal embellishments within a fabric can really make an outfit stand out from the crowd at a social gathering or formal occasion….