Dashiki Day

The resurgence of Dashikis, a modern take on the word 'Danshiki' or 'Danciki' in African print styling cannot be overlooked. They come in different colors and designs the most popular by far being the Angelina print whose popularity peaked in the 70’s.

The popularity of the Dashiki has grown like wild fire especially amongst college students in the US who feel empowered wearing them as a statement or a pushback in the face of racial tensions and the need to embrace or identify with the black culture. 

 When the design is placed right, it can make for the most eye catching pieces like in the hooded zip up jacket I’m sporting today or in trench coats, dresses and even skirts and pants.

It’s Black History Month in the US and was ‘Dashiki Day’ for me as I actually wore this lovely Dashiki to school last week to make a cultural connection with the motherland and Africa as a whole. 

I have a diverse group in my class this year. From Cambodia, the Philippines, Ghanaians, Mexicans, African Americans and Caucasians and one thing we love to do is celebrate each others heritage. So you can imagine that my Dashiki was a hit with the African families that I service.

This lovely piece was sent me from —— . I love the double zipper  detail and the icing on the cake was the hood. And the pockets (aka a gal’s best friend) of course!

I paired  it with distressed denim and knee high boots and a burgundy bag tied it all together. 

I hope you like this look as much as I did.

Deets

Dashiki - Missmillsfashion (here)

Jeans - Fashionnova (similar here)

Bag - Saint Laurent (here)

Belt - Gucci (here)

Thank you for stopping by, keep thinking the purple thoughts! Xx...