Baoule 428
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Handwoven. Built to last.
Assembled — strips joined. Ready to use.
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Wrap yourself in a bouquet of tradition with this Baoulé loincloth with historical motifs, entirely handmade. . Each detail in the design is entirely handcrafted in order to tell a story or convey a message to the recipient. Known to be a fabric that is transmitted in the family line, or could say that the Baoulé loincloth is in itself a history book, passing a message from the ancestors to future generations."font-weight: 400;">Le baoulé loincloth is obtained from natural cotton threads, woven by hand according to a know-how specific to the craftsmen of the Yamoussoukro region on a wooden loom, which makes each loincloth a unique piece in itself.
Clothing, accessories, interior decoration, whatever use you make of it, it will find its place without too much effort and add a touch of originality to your project.
Dimensions: 1 loincloth measures approximately 110 cm x 150 cm
Thickness: Heavy
Materials: 100% cotton
Origin: Ivory Coast
Care recommendation: Minimize washing to maintain color as long as possible. This fabric is traditionally spread out in the sun to eliminate odors due to use. When washing is required, avoid detergents. Hand washing with Marseille soap is recommended. Dry cleaning possible.
** Color transfer may occur on lighter colored fabrics, wash separately.
Each purchase supports artisans in Ivory Coast and a small business run by a woman.
Assembled Dimensions
A loincloth: approx. 1.20 m × 1.50 m
(Handmade tolerance ±2–3 cm.)
Origin and Material
Handwoven – Ivory Coast
Cotton majority (depending on model)
Selected, durable dyes
Interview
Before the first wash
- Wash separately in cold water. Slight color bleeding is normal the first few times.
- Adding an anti-fade wipe is recommended.
- Avoid prolonged soaking (> 10 min).
Washing
- Cold delicate wash (30°C max), separate colours
- Mild detergent , no bleach , no fabric softener
- Light spin (≤ 600 rpm)
- Dry flat in the shade (no tumble dryer)
- Medium ironing on the reverse side (iron ●●)
- Gentle dry cleaning possible
Assembly & Sewing
Assembly & alterations
On request, our workshop carries out the assembly (e.g.: skirt, shawl, pareo, cover, etc.) with careful finishing .
Price: on estimate depending on model (additional costs)
Indicative timeframe: 2–10 working days depending on complexity
Contact: WhatsApp +226 53 85 37 37 or see the Workshop
Delivery & Returns
Fast shipping via partner carriers
Easy returns within 14 days (unworn, unwashed)
Local & fair
Local & fair. Partner workshops, fair income. Fewer unnecessary journeys. Better controlled impact.
Woven, not produced.
Faso Dan Fani: hand-woven, strip by strip. Each meter requires time, precision, and careful assembly to align the stripes. Our price reflects the quality of the cotton , the expertise of the artisans in Burkina Faso, small batches , and durable finishes —for a piece that ages well and is passed down .
