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Rather than treating African textiles as materials reserved for weddings or ceremonial occasions, these designers are incorporating them into dresses, suits, blazers, coordinated separates, and workwear designed for everyday professional environments

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Start with Statement Pieces A fruitful wardrobe begins with a few standout pieces think a mango-yellow blazer , a cherry-printed wrap dress , or a lime-green silk blouse