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Pagne

Printed and wrapped cloth carrying family, celebration and political memory across Central Africa.

Country

🇨🇫 Central African Republic

Origin

Bangui and the Oubangui basin

Traditional uses

Wrapper, headwrap, ceremonial gifting.

Modern uses

Tailored coats, evening column dresses, lining.

Runway looks

Opening look, Heritage Fusion I.

Care instructions

Cold hand wash, dry in shade, press inside out.