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Guipure is a particularly interesting type of lace, as it’s made in such a way that the motifs are stable and therefore can be cut quite easily. Because of this…

  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,…

West African fabrics are famed for their bright colours and bold prints. From Super Wax and Jacquard to Guipure Lace, the fabric options are as numerous as the patterns and…

Guipure lace is a staple of African fashion and popular throughout the world for it’s intricate design and hard wearing quality. Read about it’s origins here!

Have you heard of African Fashion Festival in New Zealand? Nor had we… That’s why we urge you to help support initiatives like this that show such passion. Have a read about it here.

African clothing has a vibrant and interesting history to match its bright and bold textiles. This history is thought to stretch back 75,000 years! Although tracking the evolution of African…

African weddings are a time to celebrate the eccentricities that are prevalent in the roots of this rich culture. Here are some tips on what you could achieve with the right fabrics and accessories…

West African Fashion and Lace are very much connected. Whether Swiss, Austrian or Viole the vibrant colours and patterns are sure to suit any occasion. Read more here!

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