Episode 31: Wax Print/Ankara in Luxury Fashion

African textiles have had a large influence on the luxury fashion industry. From batik fabrics to wax prints, also known as Ankara, luxury brands have used native African textiles to add color, culture and flavor to their pieces. Listen to the story of how wax print traveled from West Africa to the runways.

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Episode 30: The Father of African Fashion Design - Chris Seydou