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…
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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….
Key African wax prints for 2016
Fashion fans may have noticed that African wax print fabric is receiving major attention from designers across the globe. People from West Africa and Nigeria have been wearing bright, geometric…
Who or what is Mitex Holland?
Mitex Holland is a very popular brand in the African textile market. A long-standing family company, they are famous for manufacturing high quality fabrics with unique designs. Based in the…
A Short History of Brocade
At Empire Textiles, we understand that our customers want to know more about the clothes and accessories they wear. This doesn’t just mean knowing who made the garments and where…
The History of the African Wax Print Fabric, Vlisco
Some of the most beautiful African wax print fabrics are made by Vlisco, a huge global brand, which has a significant presence in the international fashion market. Vlisco, a premium…
African designer dresses the White House
Nigerian Duro Oluwo was one of a selection of designers drafted in to create a spectacular Christmas display at the White House in Washington DC. It has become a tradition…
Designers of African Fashion Capitalise on Global Sporting Events
Major global sporting tournaments have traditionally led to a wide variety of African sport souvenir products hitting the market. In particular, the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil prompted a…
African Fashion Helps Eradicate Poverty in Ethiopia
The recent Hub of Africa fashion week in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, attracted the cream of designers and clientèle from all over the world. The high-profile event, at the Millennium Hall,…
Men’s Top Five Most Popular African Clothing Styles
Men’s African clothing styles today have evolved from traditions dating back many centuries. There’s a massive selection of fashionable, quality, African clothing for men in the 21st century, designed…