In case you've ever wondered where the distinct beautifully-patterned fabrics associated with Africa are produced, their origins can be found in a factory in the quiet suburbs of Holland. Vlisco has been designing and manufacturing the brightly-colored textiles for nearly two hundred years, but has recently decided to take a more modern approach to its fabrics. The company has become more daring with its textile designs and color palettes, and beginning this year is working with African tailors to develop a line of clothing.
Take a look at Vlisco's fresh approach to African fashion:
all those etno patterns are driving me crazy this season! so beautiful! *o*
ReplyDeleteRemarkable.
ReplyDeleteyes it's amazing that they can still create new patterns after hundreds of years!
ReplyDeletewow.... amazing colours
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! And now the real question...Where can I buy one of those dresses!
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I'm an Independent Fashion Designer and I'd like to know were I may order beautiful textiles like these.
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