African textiles are famous for their bright colors and unique patterns. They are an important part of the continent's cultural heritage, and are now making waves in the global fashion scene. From the ...

I am rushing through the Dallas Museum of Art, hoping to catch the “Bamana Mud Cloth” exhibition before closing time. I’m wondering what it is, prepared for anything — except what I see: textiles so ...

We love versatility around Studio 512, especially when it comes to interiors. Then, your home’s look can change with your mood. Allison Crawford of Allison Crawford Design stopped by with one piece ...

Mud cloth might be trendy, but it’s anything but new. Mud cloth is a centuries-old, hand-dyed textile art that originated in West Africa with the women of Mali’s Bamana culture, according to the ...

As I pass along a row of mannequins, the sharply tailored, pale blue cotton dashiki stops me in my tracks. Based on a long-sleeved open-necked, centuries old tribal costume, the garment has a sash ...

TAMPA, Fla. — African tribal culture has had a strong influence on high fashion, from athletic wear to couture runway shows. The unique threadwork not only produces these vibrant, sought-after fabrics ...

Whether you want to make a statement or use it as a decorative accent, these chic ideas beautifully incorporate the mud cloth trend into your home Whether you want to make a statement or use it as a ...

A new exhibit at Victoria and Albert Museum corrects the misperception that high fashion belongs to Western designers. The fierce garments attest... As I pass along a row of mannequins, the sharply ...

The blue dashiki (left) is from the Rwandan design studio Moshions and first appeared on a Kigali catwalk 5 years ago. Center: an outfit from womenswear brand IAMISIGO led by Kenya's Bubu Ogisi. Right ...