{"product_id":"ensemble-homme-kaarta-4-pieces","title":"Kaarta 4-piece Men's Set – Black Kaftan, Trousers, Bogolan Vest \u0026 Hat","description":"\u003cp\u003eSophisticated and versatile men's set composed of four pieces made of cotton and artisanal bogolan from Mali. Designed to adapt to different contexts, from daily life to more formal events, this set combines contemporary refinement and traditional craftsmanship. Wear the complete set with the vest and hat for a ceremonial look, or opt for the kaftan and trousers alone for a more casual style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Black Cotton Poplin Kaftan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong-sleeved kaftan in 100% plain black cotton poplin, medium length. Finishing details in \u003ca title=\"Black \u0026amp; White Bogolan Jacket\" href=\"\/en\/products\/12100099801428\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewhite bogolan with black patterns\u003c\/a\u003e at the collar. Central button placket with 2 invisible snap fasteners for discreet closure. Two side slits for optimal freedom of movement. Straight and fluid cut that can be worn alone for a casual look or layered with the vest for a sophisticated allure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Black Straight-Leg Trousers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraight-leg trousers in 100% plain black cotton poplin, classic and comfortable fit. Waistband with belt loops and elastic at the back for a perfect fit. Two functional side pockets. Can be worn with the kaftan and vest for a complete set, or separately for everyday wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe White Bogolan Vest from Mali\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge mid-sleeved vest in \u003ca title=\"Bogolan: initiatory fabric of Mali\" href=\"\/en\/articles\/619621810516\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eauthentic bogolan hand-woven and dyed\u003c\/a\u003e in Mali. Ecru white background adorned with traditional black geometric patterns. Length below the knee (approximately 95-100 cm for a person of 1.92 m). The mid-length sleeves of the vest allow the long sleeves of the kaftan to show through, creating a chic and contemporary layered effect. Loose and fluid cut. The centerpiece of the set that brings character and authenticity. One size fits all: loose fit on M\/L sizes, more oversized cut on slimmer figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Matching Bogolan Hat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional hat made from the same white bogolan with black patterns as the vest, for perfect harmony. Available in two sizes (M\/L or L\/XL depending on the selected variant). Elegantly completes the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKaftan and trousers: 100% cotton poplin, plain black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVest and hat: 100% cotton from Mali, \u003ca title=\"Discover bogolan\" href=\"\/en\/articles\/619621810516\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebogolan hand-woven and dyed\u003c\/a\u003e according to the ancestral techniques of the Bamanan people\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet sewn in Senegal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic African craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy \"Kaarta\"?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe name Kaarta refers to the Kaarta Empire, a pre-colonial Bamanan (Bambara) kingdom founded in the 17th century in western present-day Mali, whose capital was Nioro du Sahel. A warrior and structured state, Kaarta controlled major trade routes in the Sahel and asserted a strong political identity long before European colonization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eWe chose this name for our bogolan line from Mali because it evokes this period of autonomy, power, and sovereign African organization. Bogolan, a textile of the Bamanan, belongs to the same Manding cultural area as Kaarta. Associating it with this name is a reminder that these textile skills existed and prospered in already constituted, hierarchical, and influential African societies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eWearing the Kaarta set means asserting a contemporary elegance rooted in a pre-colonial memory. A modern silhouette. A proud historical reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVersatility and Wearing Occasions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca title=\"Men's African Kaftan\" href=\"\/en\/products\/8680499118420\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4-piece set\u003c\/a\u003e offers great versatility. Wear the complete set (kaftan, trousers, vest, and hat) for ceremonies, weddings, and formal events. For a more casual everyday style, the kaftan and trousers can be worn separately, with or without the vest, for a refined and relaxed \u003ca title=\"Contemporary African Fashion\" href=\"\/en\/articles\/619747574100\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtemporary African fashion\u003c\/a\u003e look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack kaftan and trousers: machine wash at maximum 30°C. Bogolan vest and hat: strictly cold wash, even in machine, to preserve the quality of the artisanal textile. Dry flat in the shade. Iron at medium temperature on the reverse side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsult our \u003ca title=\"Kaolack Créations Size Guide\" href=\"\/en\/blogs\/mode-symboles-artisanat-africain\/guide-des-tailles-kaolack-creations-silhouettes-africaines-coupes\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edetailed size guide\u003c\/a\u003e to choose the size adapted to your morphology. Each variant combines the size of the set (kaftan + trousers) with the corresponding hat size. The vest is one size fits all morphologies (loose fit on M\/L, oversized cut on slimmer figures).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKaolack Créations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach piece of this set is the result of ancestral craftsmanship. We work in direct and fair trade with African artisan weavers and dyers, guaranteeing fair remuneration that allows families to live with dignity from their craft and to perpetuate these traditional techniques. By choosing this set, you support the preservation of a unique textile heritage and contribute to the economic development of African artisans.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to adopt this unique set?\u003c\/strong\u003e Select your sizes and add it to your cart.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kaolack Creations","offers":[{"title":"Long-sleeve with long-sleeve hood","offer_id":53758327030100,"sku":null,"price":269.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"M\/L with L\/XL hat","offer_id":53758327062868,"sku":null,"price":269.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"L\/XL with M\/L hat","offer_id":53758327095636,"sku":null,"price":269.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"L\/XL with L\/XL hat","offer_id":53758327128404,"sku":null,"price":269.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/8833\/5186\/files\/ensemble-homme-kaarta-4-pieces-kaftan-noir-pantalon-gilet-bogolan-chapeau-kaolack-creations-4372528.jpg?v=1771349063","url":"https:\/\/kaolack-creations.com\/en\/products\/ensemble-homme-kaarta-4-pieces","provider":"KaolackCreations","version":"1.0","type":"link"}