How Central and West Africa Embraced Wax Prints
Although wax fabric is traditionally used for African fashions, many producers of wax prints are based in Europe. In fact, prior to the 1960s, almost every wax fabric sold across…
Although wax fabric is traditionally used for African fashions, many producers of wax prints are based in Europe. In fact, prior to the 1960s, almost every wax fabric sold across…
Fashion Cities Africa has been billed as the ‘first major UK exhibition dedicated to contemporary African fashion. Find out more about that in this Empire Textiles blog.
Every picture tells a story, so the saying goes, and this is true for fabric designs, especially those with such a long and colourful history as African wax prints….
Choosing the right accessories to wear with your West African fabrics is important and will make you stand out. For some tips, read here!
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…