The wrapper or pagne is a colorful women's garment widely worn in West Africa. It has formal and informal versions and varies from simple draped clothing to fully tailored ensembles. The formality of the wrapper depends on the fabric used to create it (Wikipedia).
Where to shop?
Vlisco: original wrapper cloth
June Shop (Paris): clothes and accessories
African Pulse Shop: clothes and accessories
Burberry Prorsum (far right): wrapper is at the heart of the designer's Spring/Summer 2012 collection.
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