DASHIKI - Play Dirty Jones (05/08/2014)

The weather is great at the moment and wearing too much clothes is becoming a big problem... The weather has made the returns of the string vests and Dashiki's ever so welcome!

For those who don't know what a Dashiki is; The Dashiki is a colourful, vibrant 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. A common form is a loose-fitting pullover garment, with an ornate V-shaped collar, with tailored and embroidered neck and sleeve lines.


DopeChef, we're the first brand that I know of to bring Dashiki's to the UK. The Dashiki Capsule was launched In March 2014 in time for their 5th Year Anniversary. Since then, Dashiki's have become more and more Popular in the UK.

The Lace garment has always been a popular style among Africans, thanks to its comfort, look, lightness. The fabric is lightweight, helping the wearer be somewhat more comfortable in the harshly hot African climate. The garments are loose-fitting in addition to being as long as they are. Even though the Dashiki is traditionally a men's garment, this summer I've witnessed many females wearing the Dashiki as a dress.. I like the look, it's simple but very effective (how cheesy). The fact that Dashiki's are one size makes it difficult to pull off for men as you may look like a pea in a huge top if you have a small build. However you can always take the Dashiki to a tailor to get it fitted.

Well known celebrities Beyonce and Chris Brown have both been photographed wearing a Dashiki, and it has now become a trend with people wearing Dashiki's everywhere! If you're Looking for a place to get great quality Dashiki for a good price, contact Selassie Taylor on Twitter or Depop and quote "ABIJONES"