ANKARA SHOE AND ITS GLOBAL MAGIC

Ankara shoes are gaining popularity in Africa and the outside world like the USA and Britain. The funkiness and leisurely prints of 'the African print fabric answers the better part of that question. However, the comfy and the africanness the ankara shoes bring is unimaginable.
In making the ankara shoes just like all other types, rules must be adhered to. The color- in this case the print and the type of the fabric, the wearer's size of feet, shape and the preference. They may like stiletto heels, jelly, moccasin, Loafers etc.All these must be factored in.
You must also note that on average, the foot of an ordinary male is typically 15.3% of his height, however this will differ slightly due to lifestyle, race and geography.
I made a number of African fabric shoes in June July time last year and I must confess it was for the fun of it. However, my first ankara footwear attracted a number of admirers a lot more that scornful onlookers.  I had broken the assumed fashion law. The fabric of my choice for the footwear was blue, kelly green prints. the suit was a single breast forest-green and 'kitenge-chinese collared white shirt. This to 9me was awesome for office.
The net effect of "ankara Law' was calls and emails of clients which thronged our desk. The store now stocks these shoes and customizes to suit customers' desire.This is magical.  
It doesn't suffice without the mention of other magical  benefits  of these shoes>>>>>>>
Away from the imagination that  they wear out easily, the ankara shoes are actually durable, to be precise, the philian made.
They are easy to clean
They are odorless as the whole of it is clothe
They are easy to match thanks to multiple prints
They are quite affordable. They go for between Kes 1200-3000 only
They represent the footprints of Africa.

Customers orders in display

break the assumed Fashion Law today

That single shoe you called for

A walk in Africa with Theo

Dec 2015

My son Theo turns 4 years on the day of this photo. Adorned in African fabric and colors, they take a walk in the street of Nairobi in a sunny afternoon with his mother, Lilian.
Just on the right hand side of  the Lilian is Awino. Theo and Lilian's hands are clinched together as they take a saunter down the street. They are not dressed unless its Kitenge, the face of African Fabric, the fashion and style that defines us.
We all have to be proud of our continent, our color and our way of life.
Back home I waited  calmly for the beautiful people to arrive. I couldn't do without the African touch in my shirt and pants.

I was composing this poem as they came

My fingers linger on screen so keen
Like the steps of yo feet in the street
Yo eyes see the blue sea we will swim
Bring no whim, lets break the barrier
Kutenda ni kitenge....sasa  tumetenga .
The O is Theo O give to Okech.