{"title":"Clothing by Kaolack Créations","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWoven and dyed loincloths, the true African fabric\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colorful cotton fabrics widely used in Africa and falsely called \"African fabric\" are absolutely not African, neither in their aesthetics nor in their manufacturing. These are industrial productions made outside Africa and imposed during colonization, to the detriment of textile traditions and local economies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eAll clothes offered by Kaolack Créations are made from loincloths woven by hand on wooden looms and according to ancestral African traditions. The manufacturing of a loincloth represents days of meticulous work and exceptional know-how, an inheritance of a specific cultural heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #447612;\"\u003eThe sewing is done by African and Afro-descendant Tailors and Seamstresses who can be found in the Directory: https:\/\/annuaire-couturiers.fr\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patterns of woven and dyed loincloths, whether Bogolan, Manjak loincloth, Kente, Kita, Serer or Baoulé loincloth... have a precise meaning in a traditional context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome pieces are in Batik (Tie and Dye).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Batik?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a fabric dyeing technique carried out by African artisans who are custodians of this centuries-old know-how. The artisans create patterns on a piece of white cotton and protect the areas not to be dyed with wax. The colors are successively applied by dipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tunique-en-kente-du-ghana-manches-longues-multicolore","title":"KENTE tunic shirt from Ghana, long sleeves, multicolored","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% cotton\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelect your size in the variants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePattern placement may vary from one model to another as these are handmade items and each model is unique. The shape and colors remain the same.\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZipped at the shoulder, with side slits for great ease, unique and exceptional, the tunic can be worn with jeans for a casual look or with dress pants and will accompany you on all occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe clothes marketed by Kaolack Créations are handmade and sewn by African Tailors.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003eAll traditional woven fabrics used are purchased directly from Artisan Weavers, without intermediaries, in order to offer you quality products at the best price while valuing traditional craftsmanship and enabling families to live from their ancestral know-how.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are ethical and fair partnerships, based on mutual trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Men's Kente long-sleeved tunic shirt is a must-have in a man's wardrobe. Combining African textile tradition and modernity, it is made of a noble material, 100% cotton Kente hand-woven in Bonwere, Ghana. It is sewn in our workshop in Accra by African Couturiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thickness of the Kente and the long sleeves allow you to wear it in winter with an undershirt, but also in spring and autumn during mid-season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"product-subtitle\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #404040;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eKente\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #404040;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntimately linked to the history of the Akan peoples, Kente or Kita is a traditional African fabric composed of cotton or silk strips hand-woven and sewn together to form colorful patterns and figures. Like many other African woven fabrics, Kente, stemming from a long ancestral textile tradition, is a symbol of nobility and prestige. This royal fabric is the pride of the Ashanti and Ewe peoples, in the Gulf of Guinea.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"KaolackCreations","offers":[{"title":"S (small)","offer_id":39308734234706,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"M (medium)","offer_id":39308734267474,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"L (large)","offer_id":39308734300242,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/8833\/5186\/products\/chemise-tunique-en-kente-du-ghana-manches-longues-multicolore-kaolack-creations-3346284.jpg?v=1769277557"},{"product_id":"jupe-crayon-galafini-indigo","title":"\"Kaarta\" high-waisted pencil skirt in indigo galafini - 100% hand-woven cotton","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 880px;\" class=\"kc-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Introduction --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKaarta\u003c\/strong\u003e skirt in Malian galafini is a \u003cstrong\u003emidi\u003c\/strong\u003e skirt, with a \u003cstrong\u003edefined high waist\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed as a \u003cstrong\u003estatement piece\u003c\/strong\u003e. The line is structured. The cut, precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt hugs the silhouette without constricting it. The waist is well-defined, the hips are embraced, and the leg is elongated. The drape remains fluid thanks to a \u003cstrong\u003erather flexible\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca title=\"Discover galafini\" href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/galafini-lepi-sogala-indigo-mali-histoire-et-fabrication\"\u003egalafini\u003c\/a\u003e, lined with cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaarta can be worn all year round. The cotton provides breathability and comfort, while the lining ensures a neat look throughout the seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.08); margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Coupe \u0026 port --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003eCut \u0026amp; fit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pencil cut is balanced by a \u003cstrong\u003eback slit\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to maintain ease of walking and comfort when sitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMidi skirt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh and defined waist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClose-fitting cut, without rigidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack slit for freedom of movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeminine\u003c\/strong\u003e model\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaarta is not a basic skirt. It structures an outfit all on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsult our \u003ca title=\"Size guide\" href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/guide-des-tailles-kaolack-creations-silhouettes-africaines-coupes\"\u003esize guide\u003c\/a\u003e to find the perfect cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.08); margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Associations --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003eHow to style it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis skirt is designed to be paired with more understated pieces, allowing the galafini to fully express itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor tops, it works particularly well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea crisp, structured \u003cstrong\u003ewhite shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea \u003cstrong\u003eblack shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e, for a strong contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea plain top, close-fitting or slightly loose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a complete indigo outfit, pair it with our \u003ca title=\"Women's galafini tunic\" href=\"\/en\/products\/tunique-femme-en-indigo-galafini\"\u003ewomen's galafini tunic\u003c\/a\u003e or our \u003ca title=\"Indigo scarf\" href=\"\/en\/products\/echarpe-indigo-gala-lepi-tissee-au-mali-doublee-polaire-mixte\"\u003elined indigo scarf\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs for shoes, several interpretations are possible:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eheels\u003c\/strong\u003e for a strong silhouette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esneakers\u003c\/strong\u003e for a more urban and casual look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esimple sandals in warm weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete your outfit, this skirt pairs perfectly with our \u003ca title=\"Cowrie necklace\" href=\"\/en\/products\/collier-cauri-en-acier-inoxydable-elegance-intemporelle-2-variantes\"\u003ecowrie necklaces\u003c\/a\u003e or our \u003ca title=\"Sekhmet earrings\" href=\"\/en\/products\/boucles-d-oreille-sekhmet-dorees-cauri-blanc-attaches-gold-filled-14-k\"\u003egold cowrie earrings\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kaarta skirt adapts to any style, without ever losing its presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.08); margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Le galafini --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003eThe galafini used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fabric is a \u003cstrong\u003eMalian galafini\u003c\/strong\u003e, hand-woven and dyed. The cotton is worked on a wooden loom by traditional weavers. The strips are then assembled and manually dyed with natural indigo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe galafini used for this skirt is selected for its \u003cstrong\u003ebalance\u003c\/strong\u003e: structured enough to maintain the cut, flexible enough to follow movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece shows natural variations. They are an integral part of the textile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis approach is part of a vision of \u003ca title=\"Contemporary African fashion\" href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/mode-africaine-contemporaine-artisans-heritage-et-autonomie-textile\"\u003econtemporary African fashion\u003c\/a\u003e that respects traditional craftsmanship and the values enshrined in the \u003ca title=\"Manden Charter\" href=\"\/en\/blogs\/news\/charte-du-mande-1236-fondements-histoire-et-heritage-en-afrique-de-l-ouest\"\u003eManden Charter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.08); margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Composition --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFabric\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hand-woven and dyed galafini\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFabric origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mali (Bamanan country)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100% cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLining\u003c\/strong\u003e: cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe choice of a cotton lining ensures comfortable wear all year round, without transparency or excessive rigidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.08); margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Fabrication --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003eManufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fabrics used by Kaolack Créations are purchased directly from \u003cstrong\u003eAfrican artisan weavers\u003c\/strong\u003e, without intermediaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturing is done in small series. Each skirt is cut taking into account the fabric pattern, in order to preserve the visual balance of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso discover our indigo collection: \u003ca title=\"Women's galafini tunic\" href=\"\/en\/products\/tunique-femme-en-indigo-galafini\"\u003ewomen's tunic\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Indigo scarf\" href=\"\/en\/products\/echarpe-indigo-gala-lepi-tissee-au-mali-doublee-polaire-mixte\"\u003elined scarf\u003c\/a\u003e, as well as our bogolan pieces: \u003ca title=\"Brown bogolan skirt\" href=\"\/en\/products\/jupe-crayon-taille-haute-kaarta-en-bogolan-marron-100-coton-tisse-a-la-main\"\u003eKaarta bogolan skirt\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Bogolan jacket\" href=\"\/en\/products\/veste-bogolan-noir-blanc-icone-de-la-mode-africaine-artisanale\"\u003ebogolan jacket\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca title=\"Kimono coat\" href=\"\/en\/products\/manteau-kimono-en-bogolan-noir-blanc\"\u003ekimono coat\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.08); margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Entretien --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003eCare instructions – indigo galafini\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash \u003cstrong\u003ecold only\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine wash cold, delicate cycle possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle spin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo bleach or whitening agents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid tumble drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese instructions help preserve the dye and texture of the galafini.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KaolackCreations","offers":[{"title":"Size M: 38\/40","offer_id":39650752987218,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Size L: 42\/44","offer_id":39650753019986,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Size S: 34\/36","offer_id":47345554719060,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/8833\/5186\/files\/jupe-crayon-galafini-indigo-mode.jpg?v=1767161708"},{"product_id":"jupe-crayon-taille-haute-kente-ashanti-ghana","title":"High-waisted pencil skirt \"Yaa\" Collection in Ashanti Kente (Ghana)","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"product-subtitle\"\u003eSelect your size from the variants\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe very trendy high-waisted pencil skirt, slit at the back for greater ease, will give your look an ultra-feminine allure by highlighting your curves. Wear it with a blouse and pumps for a sophisticated look or with sneakers for a casual and trendy look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003eIntimately linked to the history of the Akan peoples, Kente or Kita is a traditional African fabric made of hand-woven cotton or silk strips sewn together to form colorful patterns and figures. Like many other woven African fabrics, Kente, stemming from a long ancestral textile tradition, is a symbol of nobility and prestige. This royal fabric is the pride of the Ashanti and Ewe peoples.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003eThe Kente marketed by Kaolack Créations comes from the village of Bonwere in Ghana, a village located near Kumasi, the main city of the Ashanti Kingdom. We have established ethical commercial relations with the artisan weavers to offer you high quality fabrics at the best price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"listing-custom\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"KaolackCreations","offers":[{"title":"38 (size S)","offer_id":39836135981138,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"40\/42 (size L)","offer_id":40351346262098,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/8833\/5186\/products\/jupe-crayon-taille-haute-collection-yaa-en-kente-ashanti-ghana-kaolack-creations-6903485.jpg?v=1763888220"},{"product_id":"robe-droite-galafini-tisse-mali-coton-indigo","title":"Straight dress in Malian woven Galafini – artisanal indigo cotton","description":"\u003c!-- DESCRIPTION PRODUIT – CODE HTML SANS H1 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA central piece in the women's wardrobe, this straight-cut dress is made from \u003cstrong\u003ehand-woven Galafini\u003c\/strong\u003e, an indigo cotton textile from West African textile traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cut is straight. Unfitted. Fluid. It drapes the body without restricting it and suits many body types. This *straight cut* silhouette, with its balanced look, allows for comfortable wear both daily and for dressier occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe length has been designed for great versatility. Two side pockets are discreetly integrated. The dress can be worn freely or belted. The round, slit, slightly scooped neckline at the back brings a sober and controlled femininity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully lined in cotton, this artisanal indigo dress can be worn in warm seasons as well as in cooler periods, layered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is made from assembled strips of Galafini. Patterns may vary slightly depending on the fabric's cutting area. This variation is an integral part of the artisanal work and makes each dress unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraight, unfitted cut (*relaxed silhouette*)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated side pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound slit neckline, slightly scooped back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotton lining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM : US 8 \/ 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eL : US 12 \/ 14\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect your size from the variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo choose the right size for your figure: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kaolack-creations.com\/blogs\/mode-symboles-artisanat-africain\/guide-des-tailles-kaolack-creations-silhouettes-africaines-coupes\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKaolack Créations Size Guide: African Silhouettes \u0026 Cuts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComposition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGalafini: 100% hand-woven cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetable indigo dye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLining: cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGalafini, West African Indigo Textile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalafini is a \u003cstrong\u003ehandwoven indigo cotton\u003c\/strong\u003e fabric, woven on traditional wooden looms and then dyed using ancient plant-based processes relying on the fermentation and oxidation of local dye plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese dyeing techniques have been attested for centuries in West Africa, particularly in Mali, Guinea, Burkina Faso, Benin, and Nigeria. Indigo-dyed textile fragments have also been unearthed in ancient archaeological contexts, testifying to the historical depth of these skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many contemporary industrial indigo fabrics, the Galafini used here comes entirely from an artisanal process: hand-woven cotton, manually assembled strips, traditional vegetable dyeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFabric Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry: Mali\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultural area: Bamanan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: cotton and plant pigments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Galafini is different. The repetition of subtle patterns, the regularity of the weave, and the depth of the indigo blue make this textile a unique piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTextile Layering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis straight dress can be worn alone or combined with a \u003cstrong\u003ebogolan kimono\u003c\/strong\u003e or a layering textile piece, to play with materials, volumes, and seasons, without altering the clarity of the cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Kaolack Créations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaolack Créations works directly with artisan weavers and dyers from West Africa. Textiles are selected for their quality, origin, and the continuity of the gestures that shaped them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtisanal weaving is, by nature, a slow and non-standardized process. It produces durable textiles, respectful of the material and human rhythms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding contemporary African fashion:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kaolack-creations.com\/blogs\/mode-symboles-artisanat-africain\/mode-africaine-contemporaine-heritage\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eContemporary African Fashion: Heritage and Creation\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndigo and West African textile traditions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kaolack-creations.com\/blogs\/mode-symboles-artisanat-africain\/indigo-afrique-ouest-traditions\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIndigo in West Africa: Traditions and Know-how\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelated item:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kaolack-creations.com\/products\/casquette-coton-baseball-pagne-africain\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCustom cotton baseball cap in African woven fabric (Galafini)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KaolackCreations","offers":[{"title":"Model 1 Size M (US 8-10)","offer_id":39884954697810,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Model 2 Size M (US 6-8)","offer_id":40199601881170,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Model 2 Size L (US 12-14)","offer_id":40199601913938,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Model 1 Size L (14-16)","offer_id":46512630595924,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/8833\/5186\/products\/robe-droite-en-galafini-tisse-du-mali-coton-indigo-artisan-kaolack-creations-8353035.jpg?v=1770520490"},{"product_id":"jupe-crayon-taille-haute-kaarta-en-bogolan-100-coton-tisse-a-la-main","title":"\"Kaarta\" High-Waisted Bogolan Pencil Skirt - Available in Sizes S, M and L","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Kaarta\" High-Waisted Bogolan Pencil Skirt - Available in Sizes S, M and L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Discover our magnificent high-waisted bogolan pencil skirt from the \u003cstrong\u003e\"Kaarta\" Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, a trendy treasure of African craftsmanship. This skirt is specially designed to highlight feminine curves while remaining at the forefront of fashion. Each piece, hand-woven with bogolan, offers unique singularity and symbolism thanks to natural plant and mineral-based dyeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-waisted bogolan pencil skirt, perfectly highlighting the silhouette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack slit for optimal freedom of movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfrican artisanal weaving with natural plant and mineral-based dyeing, giving each piece a unique character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeaningful repetitive patterns, reflecting the cultural authenticity of African craftsmanship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in sizes \u003cstrong\u003eS (34\/36), M (38\/40), and L (42\/44)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a perfect fit to your body type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine wash cold or hand wash recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use bleach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid tumble drying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin and Manufacturing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Our bogolan comes from Mali, where traditional artisans work on wooden looms to create fabric strips. Each Bogolan is a unique work, representing the cultural heritage and ancestral know-how of African artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e All our products come from traditional African craftsmanship, made by independent artisans. Your purchase directly contributes to supporting these communities and preserving these artisanal techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Kaolack Créations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Kaolack Créations offers original clothing made from 100% African materials, respecting traditional weaving and dyeing textile traditions. Our approach aims to encourage sustainable development and fair trade between artisan-creators and our brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-single__description rte\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KaolackCreations","offers":[{"title":"Size M (medium) 38\/40","offer_id":46653645422932,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Size L (large) 42\/44","offer_id":46653645455700,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Size S (small) 34\/36","offer_id":47344070623572,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Skirt 3\/4 times payment","offer_id":47493943296340,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/8833\/5186\/files\/jupe-crayon-taille-haute-kaarta-en-bogolan-tailles-s-m-et-l-disponibles-kaolack-creations-7508436.jpg?v=1756898138"},{"product_id":"manteau-kimono-pagne-tisse-manjak","title":"Manjak woven loincloth kimono coat – artisanal cotton unisex kimono jacket","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"kc-product-body\" style=\"line-height:1.6\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Title --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:0\"\u003eManjak Woven Cloth Kimono Coat (Sëru Rabel) – artisanal cotton, unisex\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Hook --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    An iconic piece of \u003cstrong\u003eafro chic\u003c\/strong\u003e, this \u003cstrong\u003eManjak woven cloth kimono coat\u003c\/strong\u003e combines graphic character,\n    a loose fit, and comfort. The fabric is \u003cstrong\u003ehand-woven\u003c\/strong\u003e by Manjak weavers in West Africa,\n    then the garment is \u003cstrong\u003edesigned and sewn by our African tailors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Black box: link to blog post --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#111;color:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:14px 16px;margin:18px 0\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;font-weight:700\"\u003eAll about Manjak woven cloth (Sëru Rabel)\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;opacity:.9\"\u003eOrigins, weaving, patterns, and style ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/pagnes-et-tissages-d-afrique\/pagne-tisse-manjak-seru-rabel-le-tissu-d-exception-du-senegal-et-de-guinee-bissau\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#fff;color:#111;text-decoration:none;font-weight:700;padding:10px 14px;border-radius:8px\"\u003e\n      Read the blog post\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Highlights --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFabric:\u003c\/strong\u003e genuine Manjak cloth (woven strips, not printed), 100% cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e unisex kimono, loose and structured\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e obi belt included, invisible pockets, careful finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLining:\u003c\/strong\u003e light cotton for comfortable wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e can be worn as a light \u003cem\u003ecoat\u003c\/em\u003e, urban \u003cem\u003ejacket\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003ekimono\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Material \u0026 look --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; look\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eAfrican Manjak woven cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e offers texture thanks to its strips and \u003cstrong\u003egraphic patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    (lines, chevrons, checkerboards). The contrasting colors create a strong look, easy to match.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Sizes \u0026 fit --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eSizes \u0026amp; fit (unisex)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLoose fit: choose your \u003cstrong\u003eusual size\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBetween two sizes: go down one size for a more fitted look\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eobi\u003c\/em\u003e belt allows you to structure the silhouette\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Style ideas --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eStyle ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUrban: white t-shirt, dark denim, minimalist sneakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eElegant: black turtleneck, tailored trousers, ankle boots\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAccessories: the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/lot-3-bracelets-yama\"\u003eset of 3 Yama bracelets\u003c\/a\u003e highlights the weaving\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Care instructions --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eCare instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHand wash or delicate cycle \u003cstrong\u003ein cold water\u003c\/strong\u003e, garment turned inside out\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDry flat \/ in the shade — \u003cstrong\u003edo not tumble dry\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGentle ironing on the reverse side; avoid bleaching agents\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Internal linking products\/collections --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #eaeaea;border-radius:10px;padding:14px 16px;margin:18px 0;background:#fafafa\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;font-weight:600\"\u003eAlso explore\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:18px\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/etole-pagne-manjak\"\u003eManjak cloth stole \/ scarf\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/pagne-manjak\"\u003eManjak woven cloth collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/manteau-kimono-bogolan\"\u003eBogolan kimono coat\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/chemise-homme-bogolan-coton-artisanal\"\u003eBogolan men's shirt\u003c\/a\u003e \u0026amp; \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/tunique-femme-bogolan-coton-artisanal\"\u003ebogolan women's tunic\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/lot-3-bracelets-yama\"\u003eSet of 3 Yama bracelets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ (visible, no \u003cdetails\u003e) --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Manjak cloth warm?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    It is a dense but breathable woven cotton: ideal for \u003cstrong\u003emid-season\u003c\/strong\u003e, and easy to layer in winter. The\n    cotton lining provides comfort without adding bulk.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to recognize genuine Manjak cloth?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Look for \u003cstrong\u003ewoven strips\u003c\/strong\u003e visible on both sides, the \u003cstrong\u003etexture\u003c\/strong\u003e to the touch, and neat selvages.\n    A print does not have this drape or grain.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this kimono coat unisex?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Yes. 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