Malindi

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The sun is shining and the flowers are a-bloom, and we love the message of this stunning 100% cotton Kanga top, which, translated from Kiswahili means: "Darkness is followed by light." (Please note that not all shirts will be cut the same, and may not include this message.)

  • 100% cotton kanga textile, sourced in Kenya
  • Color Notes: Blue, pink, turquoise, black and white
  • Machine wash cold with like colors
  • Fits true to size, take your normal size
  • Airy fit, cut to be worn loose and stand away from the body
  • Mid-weight, non-stretchy fabric
  • Louise is 5'5 and wears a M
  • Jaz is 5'5 and wears a L
  • Nili is 5'3 and wears a M

 

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    Meet our production partner, SOKO Kenya! Based in Kikambala on the Kenyan coast, they are an ethical manufacturer that truly embraces a fair, kind and transparent work culture. In addition to paying above living wages, SOKO provides employees with paid leave and stipends for family emergencies, free pre-primary childcare for all employees with children from ages 2-4, daily mid-morning tea and midday lunch, and clear, outlined processes for job advancement. These values extend to the workspace itself, which is open, airy and bright. It’s truly a privilege to work with the SOKO team, and we invite you to learn more about the stitching process here!Meet our production partner, SOKO Kenya! Based in Kikambala on the Kenyan coast, they are an ethical manufacturer that truly embraces a fair, kind and transparent work culture. In addition to paying above living wages, SOKO provides employees with paid leave and stipends for family emergencies, free pre-primary childcare for all employees with children from ages 2-4, daily mid-morning tea and midday lunch, and clear, outlined processes for job advancement. These values extend to the workspace itself, which is open, airy and bright. It’s truly a privilege to work with the SOKO team, and we invite you to learn more about the stitching process here!n, or other sales information.

    Deeply ingrained in Swahili culture, kangas are ubiquitous on the Kenyan coast, worn as head coverings or shawls and around the waist. Characterized by a decorated border and Kiswahili phrase underlying a large central design, motifs take inspiration from the wide ranging cultural influences that have converged over a millennium along the Swahili coast, from the Persian boteh to Rajasthani bandhani to the Bantu cashew nut.

    While the sayings were only added in the early 20th century, they are now are central to the textile. It's always fun to see who is wearing what, and why they chose it (or received it!). Sometimes the messages are political or commemorative, printed specifically for an event or organization, but often they're reflective of everyday life. Some of us can probably relate to "I won’t eat in the darkness for fear of my neighbor (I do what I want!)" and all of us can relate to, "There is no one like mom."

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    • KF
      Kelly F.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Height 5'5"
      Size Purchased L
      Usual Size XL
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      2 weeks ago
      Joyful shirt!

      You can’t help but feel happy and joyful in this one! Perfect for summer into Fall or perhaps year round depending where you live. Pair with circular shaped clear or white earrings to echo the white circle in the flowers.

    • MS
      Maria S.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Height 5'7"
      Size Purchased M
      Usual Size M
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      3 weeks ago
      Happy shirt!

      Love the pattern and lighter fabric. A little stiff after washing but hoping it will soften up again.

    • CS
      Cristina S.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Height 5'3"
      Size Purchased M
      Usual Size L
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      1 month ago
      Color color color!

      This one was my first short sleeved shirt and I tried it in two sizes, M and L, to see which fit made more sense for me. The shirt is oversized so I opted for the smaller M. I’m curvy and only 5’3” so the L felt much more boxy. The colors are gorgeous and saturated so I’m really looking forward to pairing it with jeans, either a dark rinse or white!

    • IR
      Irma R.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      1 month ago
      Love this shirt

      Compliments every time I wear it. Fits perfectly, washes well and that saying on the back hem a meaningful surprise.

    • JM
      Janice M.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Height 5'4"
      Size Purchased L
      Usual Size L
      Length Purchased Standard
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      1 month ago
      Magnificent Malindi

      Love this shirt. Great design. Skillfully made. Couldn't be any better.

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