The dashiki is a colorful men's garment widely worn in West Africa that covers the top half of the body. It has formal and informal versions and varies from simple draped clothing to fully tailored suits. Traditional female attire is called a kaftan, or caftan. A common form is a loose-fitting pullover garment, with an ornate V-shaped collar, and tailored and embroidered neck and sleeve lines.
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DASHIKI TAPESTRY ~ Gorgeous Dashiki tapestry in royal blue. Made of 100% power-loomed cotton offering a strong, tight, durable weave. Measures approximately 70 inches x 106 inches. They are color fast and can be machine washed on cool/gentle and tumble dried... |
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DASHIKI TAPESTRY ~ Gorgeous Dashiki tapestry in royal blue. Made of 100% power-loomed cotton offering a strong, tight, durable weave. Measures approximately 7 feet x 9 feet. They are color fast and can be machine washed on cool/gentle and tumble dried... |
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DASHIKI TAPESTRY ~ Gorgeous Dashiki tapestry in burnt orange. Made of 100% power-loomed cotton offering a strong, tight, durable weave. Measures approximately 70 inches x 106 inches. They are color fast and can be machine washed on cool/gentle and tumble dried... |
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Studio: Music Video Dist Release Date: 05/19/2009 Run time: 84 minutes |
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National Costume: Gho, Kira (Dress), Abaya, Dashiki, Kente cloth, Boubou (Clothing), Senegalese Kaftan, Ethiopian Suit, Sarong |
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High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! National costume (also: national dress, regional costume, folk dress or traditional garment) expresses an identity through costume which usually relates to a geographic area or a period of time in history, but can also indicate social, marital and/or religious status... |
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Traditional Print Unisex Dashiki Top - Many Colors AvailableReviewsGreat product- the fabric is thin but not bad. I purchased this as a gift and he really likes it. Seller thanks for being so quick with sending the product. The colors on all three Dashikis were brillant and the sizes were great. I do wish they came in thicker material. Interesting that they were not made in Africa, however, the person I ordered them for was very delighted. Home and Gifts keep up the good work. I like the dashiki fine but I had trouble ordering it. I telephoned Amazon customer service and was connected to a woman who was obviously in some other country. She had no idea what I was talking about and the order process took a lot of frustration. HIRE AMERUCANS! The service from this company was amazing, and I received my Dashiki so quick I thought it was a mistake! Great,beautiful, and comfortable product too! Highly recommended. Its hard for me to find shirts that fit. Especially since I'm vary tall with 38 inch arms. So I was nervous when I made this purchase but to my suprise, its fits just right. And I'm not sure how they got this to me so fast... They must live in the house next to me or something. Overall, I am pleased with my order and will shop here again. Fondly, Very tall guy Average Rating: |
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Cool cotton dashikis. Maximum 55 inch bust and total length of 29 inches. Two front pockets. Available in black, lime, orange, purple, white, yellow, red, and other colors. One size fits all. Made of 100% cotton, best if hand washed. |
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Traditional Thailand Style Dashiki - Available in Several Color Combinations |
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Bring a bit of ethnic style and everyday exotic to your day with these new dashikis. Each one pays homage to the traditional African dashiki, but adds Far Eastern touch. One size fits all. Made of 100% cotton... |
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King-Sized Traditional Print Unisex Dashiki Top - 5 Sizes up to a 74 Inch Chest - Available in Several ColorsReviewsDashiki's are always comfortable, this one tends to ride up abit though. I mean it's nice, but not quite african quality. I love the tunic length - can wear it with some leggings and boots (could almost wear it as a dress - I'm 5'2"). It's light-weight cotton, so a turtleneck in winter or camisole at other times is needed underneath. Got the red one - bright and beautiful, with detail on both sides. Items was shipped a little late but ok. superior material and very cozy and freeware. These shirts were beautiful and very comfortable. Not the best quality but what I expected. I wanted the largest size available and the title indicated they fit up to 74 inch. I ordered a King 4 but received a smaller size. But it fit him and he never knew the difference. But sizing is confusing and could be better. Over all very pleased with the shirt. Would love more choices of african clothes for the large guys. Wonderful traditional garment from Africa. I use to for casual wear as well as presentations to classrooms on African cultures. Average Rating: |
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We finally have our popular cool cotton dashiki available in larger sizes. Create a stunning silhouette in this comfy 100% cotton dashiki. Two front pockets. King1 fits up to a 64 inch chest or bust. King2 fits up to a 68 inch chest or bust... |
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Hush Puppies Women's Dashiki Sandal |
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Feel like you're always on the go? Treat those hard-working feet to comfort and style with Hush Puppies' Dashiki sandal. Modern detailing like pretty pleated-leather cross straps and contrasting stitching make this shoe versatile, while the cushioned footbed and flexible rubber sole are a dream to walk in. |
The dashiki found a market in America during the Black cultural and political struggles in the 1960s. A prototype was developed in 1967 by Jason Benning, Milton Clarke, Howard Davis, and William Smith. These young professionals formed a company called New Breed to produce dashikis. It was located in a 2-room clothing store at 147th Street and St. Nicholas Avenue in the Harlem section of Manhattan.
The dashiki was featured in the movie Putney Swope (1969) and the weekly television series Soul Train (1971). Articles on New Breed appeared in Ebony Magazine and the New York Times (4/20/69). Jim Brown, Wilt Chamberlain, Sammy Davis Jr., and Bill Russell were among the well-known Black athletes and entertainers who wore the dashiki on talk shows.
The term dashiki begins appearing in print at least as early as mid-1968: an article by Faith Berry in the New York Times Magazine includes it, on July 7, 1968. Reporting on the 1967 Newark riots in the Amsterdam News on July 22, 1967, George Barner refers to a new African garment called a "danshiki." "Dashiki" first appeared in the Webster’s New World Dictionary, 1st College Edition 1970/72.
Former District of Columbia mayor and current council member Marion Barry is famous for wearing the dashiki at various times, particularly in the time period leading up to elections. More recently he has donned a modified dashiki that combines the traditional form with a Western-style button-down shirt.
