Embracing the Splendor of Sierra Leone Traditional Clothing
WEBJun 1, 2023 · Vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and exquisite beadwork are common features found in these garments. Whether it’s the flowing robes of the Temne or the embroidered dresses of the Krio, Sierra Leone traditional clothes embrace a kaleidoscope of styles that celebrate the heritage of its people.
A glimpse into Sierra Leone Traditional Clothes
WEBMay 13, 2023 · Foremost among Sierra Leone’s traditional outfits is the ‘gara’ or ‘tie-dye’ cloth. A product of age-old techniques passed down through generations, the gara cloth is admired for its intricate designs, vivid colours and the sheer skill required to create it.
Sierra Leone Gara Cloth – reggieceleste.com
WEBTie-dyed gara made from brillion (damask) cloth tied in the cow yaie (cow’s eye) pattern and immersed in indigo gara dye. Gara is the generic name given in Sierra Leone to fabrics produced by the techniques of wax-resist block-stamping and …
How a Sierra Leone Native Went from Nurse to Resortwear Designer
WEBMar 5, 2019 · While continuing her work as a nurse, she began designing the dreamy caftans, picking out silks and chiffons, and building a rapport with manufacturers in India. As of June last...
JNF DESIGNS: REACHING THE WORLD WITH SIERRA LEONEAN FASHION
WEBSep 18, 2020 · SIERRA LEONEAN TOP MODEL – MARGARET CASSELL IN JNF DESIGNS. JNF IN THE SPOTLIGHT. Unfortunately, I have done so much more than I have documented, mainly because I started when social media was not this vibrant and also because I focused mainly on my product development and perfection.
Sierra Leonean designer redefines African couture
WEBOct 8, 2008 · Secondhand clothes from the West pour into Freetown and sell for a fraction of the cost to commission a traditional outfit, says Hindolo Trye, Sierra Leone’s minister of culture and tourism.
About - Madam Wokie
WEBMadam Wokie is a Sierra Leone based fashion brand and social enterprise founded by Marynn Kaikai in 2009 to design exclusive, durable and affordable African-inspired garments and accessories.
Sierra Leone's Flamboyant Fashion - Royal Dynamite
WEBSep 7, 2022 · Vibrant tie-dye fabrics have a long history in Sierra Leone but have undergone significant stylistic changes in recent years. The country has seen the growth of a small but dynamic fashion industry, centered around designers in Freetown and artisanal producers in Bo, Kailahun, Kenema, and Makeni.
sannoh batik – Sannoh Batik
WEBSANNOH BATIK fashion accessories are made from authentic handmade batik fabrics designed and manufactured in Sierra Leone, West Africa by Sierra Leoneans. Your batik fabrics are traditionally handmade using natural sustainable materials.
Sierra Leone’s sleeping beauty textile industry gets the kiss of life ...
WEBOct 13, 2021 · Sierra Leonean textiles, the sleeping beauty of the African textile industry, are in the midst of a dynamic reawakening as the country’s designers, at home and abroad, explore the export and investment potential of blending heritage craftmanship with innovative designs and global fashion trends.
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