All Hail Our ANKARA, their TRIBAL PRINTS!!

I remember the days when we (i.e. Africans) used to be so eager to look westernized. well, levels don change now! Hollywood is eager to look African right now! This might have something to do with designers like Lisa Folawiyo (Jewel by Lisa) & Lanre Da Silva (LDA) were amongst the African designers to showcase at New York Fashion Week '10. It doesn't matter what it's called, whether na 'ankara' or 'tribal prints', the point is, it is HAWT! HAWT!! HAWT!! at the moment. Here are some of the stars who have rocked these prints with pride!

Vanessa Mdee

Beyonce Knowles

Gwen Stefani

Solange Knowles

Kelis

Victoria Rowell

Estelle

Ofcourse, not only the celebrities have rocked ankara! We, Africans too are rocking it!

Eku Edewor

Genevieve Nnaji

Tolu of T.A.P Designs

Ofcourse, I couldn't resist putting a picture of me. LOL

Outfit Of The Day! (OOTD)

It's ridiculously hot in Nigeria so when I had to go out with a couple of friends. I immediately thought SHORTS!!! But I wore  loose tee to make it modest! Here's a picture. By the way, I wore flip flops but loved the picture with heels! XO <3

Hat - New Look
Tee- asos.com
Denim shorts- New Look
Belt- New Look
Gold Bangles- Primark
Shoes - New Look

You could modify this to fit your personal style. Let me know what you think!