Nigerian musician Tiwa Savage in Ankara shorts
Ankara shorts
Frequently worn by one of Africa’s biggest female afro beat artistes; Tiwa Savage, Ankara shorts are an all-year-round phenomenon. These shorts are sometimes not entirely African fabric. Denim shorts and other fabric types of shorts are also designed around the edges, pockets and buttons with African print. This look can easily be achieved with an old pair of denim shorts and a few yards of Ankara fabric. Visit your designer for a full figure Ankara short look or the aforementioned type. This look can easily be DIYed like in the video below:
What better way to battle the summer heat while showing some leg in style?