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ADIRE: The Blue Blood Tie-Dye Textile, Made In Nigeria

by Natalie Kimani|03 December 201803 December 2018|Fashion, Features

Adire is a traditional textile craft made and worn by the Yoruba people of Nigeria. Derived from the Yoruba words, adi (to tie) and re (to dye), Adire means tie and dye. The original versions were indigo-dyed and decorated with...

Dye Off: Natural vs. Synthetic

by Natalie Kimani|19 November 201619 November 2016|Features

Can you imagine the fashion industry without colour? Having a wardrobe that looks like a stuffed skittle packet has become the norm for many a shopper. And yet, many fashionistas will still wait to see what hues will become the...