Turn heads with dashiki

Ethnic wears have suddenly gone mainstream to such an extent that dashiki has become an everyday exotic wear, either at formal or informal events. Dashiki is a traditionally loose fitting pull-over shirt with an ornate v-shaped collar. They range from casual to formal with an easy to wear look. While the more casual kind are usually cotton shirts with little or no embroidery, higher end dress shirts will often be made of a silk brocade.

More formal African dashiki can have intricate embroidery along the neck or collar and at the sleeve ends. The African dashiki has been a symbol of black rights and African culture for decades now yet those found in this apparel still turn heads at any event. They can be casual or dressy and appear in colourful patterns.

They are made into gowns, shirts and trousers and can be worn with high heels, low heels and flat pumps. They are very attractive, vibrant and stylish. The dashiki has moved from a simple indigenous wear to being a very stylish piece. They come in a wide array of designs and vibrant colours, ladies go for dashiki prints to add that classy appeal to their look.

They are generally made of light fabrics such as silk and linen with typically deep, sometimes torso-length, and sleeves. What makes dashikis one of the trademarks of contemporary afroswag is their patterning.They range from plain, such as a single colour with the patterns embroidered in the same colour, to downright riotous.

Paired with the right things, dashikis can give you a great contemporary African look and save you from unbearable heat. Who said fashion can’t be functional?

Tips and tricks in rocking the comfy dashiki

• Dashiki is loose fit; therefore the wisest styling option would be to pair it with something fitted, fitted pants and shorts works great with dashiki.

• Considering how vibrant and busy the prints/colours of the apparel are, opt for plain pieces while combining.

• The fun of this apparel is the fact that it can be dressed up and down, it is worn by the male and female and it is sure to make you look stylish and comfy.

• Gladiator sandals will finish off your afro-swag look. There is no need to overdose on African themed accessories because the dashiki will do the work.