African batik fabric is often overlooked for the ubiquitous African wax print fabric. However, it makes a great alternative if you are looking for something unique and vibrant. Other names …
Another gorgeous creation by Baba Jole incorporating one of our Nigerian batiks. A reversible piece with pockets on both sides and with light wool filling, perfect for this weather. You …
One of the main reasons we started Urbanstax was the love of Modern African Batik. Various African countries have their own style and resist techniques and often these techniques are …
You might remember in our last post about the new Janet Jackson music video, we mentioned a Nigerian brand called Post Imperial whose pieces were used in the video. I am …
The lovely Anne bought the Nigerian Mulitcoloured Batik from us at the Festival of Quilts earlier this year. Check out out her gorgeous dress. I think it makes a simple yet stylish …
Taking place on Friday the 28th July 2017, the Costume Institute of the African Diaspora is hosting an event with Lucille Junkere talking about her indigo dyeing journey since her residency at …
Fabric fun, fabric friday. Today we have a batik as the fabric of the week. The Indigo Leaf Adire is a handmade batik from Nigeria. This type of batik is known as …
This handmade batik fabric from Nigeria is one of my absolute favourites. I have to say it is best viewed in person. It is usually one of the first fabrics …
This is what having the coolest customers looks like. Astrid  does it again, all the way in Japan, she rocks her funky adire skirt with style and ease. Always so unique! …
Something to mark the start of the Fall/Autumn season in the Northern Hemisphere. A modern batik fabric from Nigeria featuring a feather motif. This design is a modern take on …