Wearing the Amazing Ankara for a Beautiful Traditional Look

Ankara is a type of fabric traditionally worn by women in Africa, especially Nigeria. It comes in beautiful colours and designs. For those who don’t have any idea about this great African fabric, Ankara is the name of the popular, cotton fabric extensively worn by Africans. Some people call it Ankara print, wax, or simply ‘wax’ or ‘print’. Ankara is synonymous with traditional wear in Nigeria, and it is one of the cheapest fabrics in the Nigerian fabric industry. Popular brands of this fabric include: Vlisco wax, Uniwax, Ghana wax, English wax, Dutch wax, Nigerian wax, Wood in print and a whole lot of other African print fabric brands. The Nigerian fashion industry has fully embraced the use of our very own African Print fabric, and it has surely become a force to reckon with and it seems there is an insatiable taste for the colourful fabric to be used for anything and everything. Ankara can now be used to create the most beautiful and breath-taking fashion accessories for a head-to-toe adornment.

here’s this beautiful feeling that Ankara adds to an outfit any day. And a simple way to add flavour is by wearing accessories designed with Ankara fabric. In Nigeria, there is a wide variety of Ankara accessories ranging from handbags, bangles and rings, to belts, earrings, clutch bags sandals, shoes and many more. These Ankara accessories, put together with the right outfit, are perfect for any and every occasion. They give you a show-stopping look! Ankara accessories can be paired with dresses of all types: plain T-shirt, jeans, and printed blouse or dresses; but be careful not to wear with bold or busy pattern because the accessories already have a lot of detailing. Ankara statement jewellery can be worn on formal clothes as well, and the look would still add up perfectly.

 Many accessory designers in Nigeria are creating wonderful items out of Ankara, and it’s even more interesting to know that they are all very affordable and accessible too. Nigerians are fashion freaks and the creative minds of our fashion designers will never cease to amaze us. These days, it is not uncommon to see designers displaying colourful and attractive Ankara accessories in sheer, graceful fabric, with ruffle lace trimming and slips. Ankara accessories are versatile pieces and they can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. The Ankara accessories have become trendier and smarter these days. In the last few years, Ankara fashion has gradually found its way back onto the scene, although it is not as daring as it used to be. Ankara is one clothing material that stands out at any given time, be it formal or an informal occasion.