Mother’s Day Gift Guide
African Inspired Mother's Day Gift Ideas for Every Budget
Afroelle Magazine’s monthly gift guide features gift ideas for everyone, every budget and every season.
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Photographer : Isreal Delike @isreal_delike Model: Karen Kane @karenkashkane www.kashfashion.com.gh
Bespoke baby blankets, accessories & toys from Ankara & Kente prints
Large bespoke Unicorn cushion
15" x 15" Africa cushion
A Prince relaxing with his own bespoke House Of Mimi baby blanket set
Bespoke baby Prince blanket, matching cushion & baby bell ball
Bespoke baby Elephant blanket set
www.deewax.com
African print bangle and earrings
African print necklace and earring set
Three-tired African fabric on wood earrings
African print necklace, earrings, cuff and clutch bag set
African print clutch bag
afrochiccouture.com
Cross Kizimba Cuff
Kisiwa Glass Beaded Necklace
Sarafu Purse Chocolate Brown
Anga Glass Tri-Bead Bracelet
Handmade Purses and Accessories for Modern Chic Girls! www.2chicdesigns.etsy.com
Timeless Elegance with a touch of Eclectic Sensitivity Fulani is a luxury handbag brand which signature mark is a contemporary twist on a ceremonial and iconic traditional fabric from Senegal called Rabal. Architect and Designer Suadou Barry is the founder and creative director of Fulani. She was born and raised in Senegal but now resides in the United States. She draws her inspiration in her childhood memories and in all her travels. In the design of this new collection, she preferred a simple silhouette with an elegant profile that showcases the richness of eclectic fabric she uses. Each handbag reflects a subtle aesthetic mix between Africa and the West, chic and avant-garde, designed for a diverse clientele. Fulani’s philosophy is to offer a product of intuitive and accessible luxury. Each bag is a perfect everyday accessory, timeless elegance with a touch of eclectic sensitivity while remaining at the forefront of the latest trends in fashion. Model: Katy Chimere Diaw, Miss Senegal 2010 and star of the Serie "Un Cafe Avec" Photographed by Sidy Ba Model: Aissata Diallo Photographed by Villainoire
www.fulanihb.com
www.koeleonline.com Koélé was inspired by Leilani who is the Founder and Creative Director for the Koélé brand. Born to a Togolese father and a Ghanaian mother, Leilani spent over half her life in Cameroon and Nigeria where she developed a unique appreciation for the diversity in fabrics and designs that lie within West Africa: bright colors, bold prints and a variety of textures. Koélé is an amalgamation of those African experiences that makes Leilani who she is today. Koélé has set out to change the perception that anything made in Africa (Nigeria in particular) cannot be of good quality. Koélé's eccentric bags are proudly made in Nigeria!
African Nouveau Fashion and Travel
Lumbar Pillows Pillow Set
Throw Pillows
Travel Pillow
Travel Bag & cosmetic bag set
Travel Bag
Backpack
Duffel bag and cosmetic bag set
Duffel Bag
Daypack
Culturally-inspired Handmade Accessories gemmiegalore.storenvy.com
Swirl Glamor Ring $15.00
Glass bead ring with brass wire made to order
Bangles Deluxe $16.00-$18.00 each
Assorted silver-plated bangles with gorgeous beads and accent focals
Leather Knot Earrings $20.00
Genuine leather knotted earrings with antique gold-plated accents
Cowrie Candy Earrings $ 15.00
Natural cowrie shell earrings wrapped in silver-plated cube beads and howlite turquoise
Afrofusion Necklace $55.00
Assorted beads on genuine leather cording with brass and antique gold-plated horn focal
Rock Paper Chic www.rockpaperchic.com
‘Mkali’ Meaning fierce in Swahili,these studs live up to the name featuring brass paired with genuine peacock and pheasant feathers.
‘Cowrie Cascade’
‘Rights of Passage’
A unique ear cuff design featuring a falling cascade of brass chain and cowrie shells.
Cowrie shells and spiraled brass paired with African tribal cloth. The perfect combo for a bold celebration of self.
‘Nala’ A limited edition piece featuring refreshing blues and greens adorned with tribal print and brass.
‘She’ Bright colors and tribal designs pair with blackened brass for a fun and interesting ear cuff.
ELIZABETH In Pearls http://etsy.com/shop/ElizabethInPearls
"Vivid Dreams" African fabric on wood and gold "Ancient Gifts" large chain and cowrie shell bracelet leaf, reversible necklace (2 necklaces in 1!)
"Vivid Dreams" African fabric on wood and raw, brass earrings
"Glimmer" Gold or silver agate and druzy agate necklace (each sold separately)
"Rare" Kente cloth on felt, fringe necklace with cowrie shells
Luxury Bags for the Everyday Fashionista memebete.com
Fashion accessory hub where creativity and craftsmanship come alive www.etsy.com/shop/AfrogenicCollections
Fahari Necklace
Green accent ankara necklace intriguingly woven and interlaced with mint green seed beads to create a flawless statement piece.
Makena Earrings
Adepa Necklace
Finely detailed handcrafted afrocentric necklace finished with green crystal beads. This is a dainty yet versatile neckpiece
Dazzling green and pink African inspired earrings perfect for a day or night look. It is made of African wax print, green crystal beads and lever back French hooks.
Sika Earrings
Akili Necklace
Multi strand African print necklace woven with inspiration from traditional basket weaving and combined with multicoloured gemstone beads to accent your look
Sleek dangly blue and wine African fabric earrings designed with flattering geometric pattern. A sure trendsetter.
www.ceeceesclosetnyc.com
Chimsom headwrap
African print backpack
www.houseofmucha.co.uk
RM Cape Dress
KZR Maxi Dress
AyoBE
www.etsy.com/shop/AYOBE
Azure Ankara Girl skirt & hair bow
Azure African Ankara bib
www.afrochicbebe.etsy.com Give your toddler's wardrobe some chicness and personality in our Exclusive Set! The skirt is made out of fine fabric of African wax print material.
This stylish AfroChicBebe onesie and headband is sure to catch attention!
www.imerulo.com
LEPI Platform sandals handmade to perfection. Comfort & style all in one.
EDIMARA
NORASH
Make them "green" with envy . PVC and Ankara never looked so good. These are finely detailed and feet friendly .
Get the feeling of sophistication you truly deserve in this Ankara infused heels. Turn heads with this piece.
Mo Sama BCN African Wax Prints.Fashion & Home Decor www.etsy.com/shop/MoSamaBCN
www.tarraluart.com Stand out with this beautiful one of a kind retrocherry red Czech glass beaded necklace with my painting "United" set in an antique silver cameo. This necklace is bound to turn heads and inspire!
Add a bit of magic to your outfit with this elegant necklace with my painting "Badu" set in an antique silver oval pendant. To make this even more charming, I added a lovely antique elephant lobster clasp.
www.nopoku.com
Koshee Bead Clutch This is an iconic purse embezzled with pieces of recycled beads hand stitched onto its' front flap. Details:- - Dutch wax print, recycled glass beads , sequins, magnetic snap, horizontal flap, interior wall pocket. Dimensions (l*h*w inches) : 14.1" *8" *3"
Jewelry Set - Necklace, Earring, Bracelet Vibrant hues add a pop of color to any outfit. It makes an excellent gift too. Details:- African Trade Beads(Krobo), faceted crystals, matte glass beads, clasp, fish hook
Zipped & Printed
Zipped & Printed is committed to bringing you beautiful handmade products using authentically sourced African wax print fabric.
zippedandprinted.etsy.com
Thrifty Upenyu www.triftyupenyu.etsy.com
Measuring 5' x 4' these two tone zipper pouches are great for organizing items in your handbag.
Teacher appreciation month is coming up in May these retractable, clip on badge reels are a practical inexpensive thank you.
MuurSwagg www.muurswagg.etsy.com Find your swagg at MuurSwagg! Dashikis are perfect for spring/summer fashion!
www.crossriverlearning.com
Ankara Leggings
Headwraps, Jewelry, and More Be Eclectic, Be Authentic www.shopfeline.bigcartel.com
African City Bags Urban Cultural Savvy
www.africancitybags.com
www.theubuntuproj.com
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