AphroChic

The Crown II. From the artist: “Hold your head up; be proud of who you have become as you have walked through life. Never hide the value you have earned with your effort and hard work. Your most important accomplishments aren’t meant to be seen from the outside; they were achieved inside and belong to you alone; but the effortless elegance with which you carry yourself reveals your crown to everyone, so wear it with pride.” An enduring celebration of the triumph of womanhood, beautifully wrought in shades of yellow and blue, this entrancing work of surrealist fine art photography by Fares Micue exclusively for AphroChic, is a limited edition work, printed on high-quality Canson or Hahnemühle paper. This striking tribute to feminine beauty is the perfect choice for adding a sense of fantasy or depth of story to any room.

Dancing Among the Clouds. From the artist: “I want to be as light as a cloud, floating around an infinite sky without any burden at all. Crying if I want to, laughing if I want to, growing big if I want to, and later disappearing if I want to. Nourishing the world at my whim, to be reborn over and over again, living as many lives as I want to.” A gorgeous layering of color, shades blue highlighted by pops of white and brown, this entrancing work of surrealist fine art photography by Fares Micue exclusively for AphroChic, is a limited edition work, printed on high-quality Canson or Hahnemühle paper.

A glorious mix of colors, nature, and whimsy, where golden leaves stand in for endless stars in a night sky, this entrancing work of surrealist fine art photography by Fares Micue exclusively for AphroChic, is a limited edition work, printed on high-quality Canson or hahnemühle paper.

Divine Femininity. From the artist: “You are pure femininity, elegant and strong as the walk of a panther. No one can cross your path without falling under your spell. You are pure and subtle, like the freshwater of a still pond, calm and quiet, resting on your femininity while spreading around your intoxicating magic.” This entrancing work of surrealist, fine art photography by Fares Micue exclusively for AphroChic, is a limited edition work, printed on high-quality Canson or Hahnemühle paper.

Designed to add a global touch to any space, this modern take on classic ikat is one of AphroChic’s signature patterns. Ikat is one of the world’s oldest textile weaving techniques, developing independently within several cultures around the world, from South America to Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe, India, and West Africa. Haze draws from many of these traditions while maintaining the distinctive blurred effect that many of them share.

A simple yet engaging geometric, this pattern celebrates the African-American cultural tradition of jumping the broom. Originating in the South, the tradition was adopted as a way of demonstrating commitment between enslaved African Americans for whom the institution and rites of marriage were forbidden. It continues today as a mainstay of African American wedding ceremonies - a celebration of heritage and a statement of love.

The product has pattern is a modern take on the star motif. The spectacular star-shaped ceilings that define that iconic stronghold are the inspiration for this pattern.

This bold geometric design is inspired by the traditional weaving techniques of the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. A varied and complex tradition, juxtaposing naturally occurring and man-made shapes to convey intricate religious concepts and reference shared myths, the diamond is one of its strongest recurring motifs. We re-imagine that basic pattern here in the highly structured fashion reserved for royalty, in a variety of modern colors.

The Juju pattern is inspired by the traditional Juju or Tyn hats that are the ceremonial headdresses of the Bamileke people of Cameroon. Reserved for the revered, these hats were once available only to royalty and members of prestigious guilds for wear during important ceremonies. Here, the print presents a striking and energetic design that’s sure to bring energy and a touch of global style to any interior.

In this modern, Brooklyn-inspired toile pattern, women take on the hustle and bustle of city life. Originally a watercolor painting, the print is digitally reproduced, a colorful and energetic ode to contemporary life in one of America's most popular cities.

Designed to add a global touch to any space, this modern take on classic ikat is one of AphroChic’s signature patterns. Ikat is one of the world’s oldest textile weaving techniques, developing independently within several cultures around the world, from South America to Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe, India, and West Africa. Haze draws from many of these traditions while maintaining the distinctive blurred effect that many of them share.

The star motif has long been a favorite of Islamic design and nowhere is it more prevalent than in the architecture of the Moorish kingdoms of Spain. This pattern is a modern take on that ancient pattern, named for the Spanish river that fed water to the Alhambra palace in Granada. The spectacular star-shaped ceilings that define that iconic stronghold are the inspiration for this pattern.

A simple yet engaging geometric, this pattern celebrates the African-American cultural tradition of "Jumping the Broom." Originating in the South, the tradition was adopted as a way of demonstrating commitment between enslaved African Americans for whom the institution and rites of marriage were forbidden. It continues today as a mainstay of African American wedding ceremonies - a celebration of heritage and a statement of love.

A simple yet engaging geometric, this pattern celebrates the African-American cultural tradition of "Jumping the Broom." Originating in the South, the tradition was adopted as a way of demonstrating commitment between enslaved African Americans for whom the institution and rites of marriage were forbidden. It continues today as a mainstay of African American wedding ceremonies - a celebration of heritage and a statement of love.

In this modern, Brooklyn-inspired toile pattern, women take on the hustle and bustle of city life. Originally a watercolor painting, the print is digitally reproduced, a colorful and energetic ode to contemporary life in one of America's most popular cities.

The star motif has long been a favorite of Islamic design and nowhere is it more prevalent than in the architecture of the Moorish kingdoms of Spain. This pattern is a modern take on that ancient pattern, named for the Spanish river that fed water to the Alhambra palace in Granada. The spectacular star-shaped ceilings that define that iconic stronghold are the inspiration for this pattern.

A simple yet engaging geometric, this pattern celebrates the African-American cultural tradition of "Jumping the Broom." Originating in the South, the tradition was adopted as a way of demonstrating commitment between enslaved African Americans for whom the institution and rites of marriage were forbidden. It continues today as a mainstay of African American wedding ceremonies - a celebration of heritage and a statement of love.

This modern, geometric pattern is inspired by the Ndop textiles of the Bamileke people of Cameroon. One of Africa’s most artistically lauded cultures, the Bamileke resist dye raffia fibers to create their amazing designs. This pattern is sure to add a striking patterned detail to any space.

This contemporary update is an abstract take on the batik patterns of the Yoruba in West Africa, playing with the shape and line of the pattern to be a beautiful statement in any room. Batik is another pattern with a long history and a wide array of cultural connections. The oldest examples hail from ancient Egypt but the process has also emerged in China and Japan, reaching its highest expressions in Indonesia before being introduced to West Africa by Dutch and German traders. This uniquely global pattern is a beautiful way to bring the world into any space.

A simple yet engaging geometric, this pattern celebrates the African-American cultural tradition of "Jumping the Broom." Originating in the South, the tradition was adopted as a way of demonstrating commitment between enslaved African Americans for whom the institution and rites of marriage were forbidden. It continues today as a mainstay of African American wedding ceremonies - a celebration of heritage and a statement of love.

This striking silhouette is an homage to African American women of the 1960s and 70s, whose confidence, freedom of expression, and beauty epitomized the “Black is Beautiful” movement at its height. With its modern, forward-facing cameo presented in miniature scale, the Silhouette petite fabric expresses the qualities that defined these women through two tumultuous decades while displaying afros in all their glory.

Designed to add a global touch to any space, this modern take on classic ikat is one of AphroChic’s signature patterns. Ikat is one of the world’s oldest textile weaving techniques, developing independently within several cultures around the world, from South America to Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe, India, and West Africa. Haze draws from many of these traditions while maintaining the distinctive blurred effect that many of them share.

This striking silhouette is an homage to African American women of the 1960s and 70s, whose confidence, freedom of expression, and beauty epitomized the “black is beautiful” movement at its height. With its modern, forward-facing cameo presented in miniature scale, the Silhouette petite fabric expresses the qualities that defined these women through two tumultuous decades while displaying afros in all their glory.

Artist and scholar. Pioneer and griot. Katherine Dunham is at once one of the greatest exponents of dance culture in the African Diaspora and one of its most groundbreaking ethnographers. Much as a fellow legend, academic, and pioneer, Pearl Primus did with dance on the African continent, Dunham explored the Caribbean and North America, cataloging the stories and dances of the people, exploring and sharing the diverse expanse of black experiences, and showing how dance could be a political force. This pattern, created in collaboration with Kim Johnson Studios, celebrates that shining legacy with a colorful play of florals and dancers. Cast in dynamic and exuberant postures, our watercolor dancers show the energy and life that characterized Katherine Dunham’s career, and that continues to inspire us to this day.

This striking silhouette is an homage to African American women of the 1960s and 70s, whose confidence, freedom of expression, and beauty epitomized the “Black is Beautiful” movement at its height. Presented in a modern, forward-facing cameo, this pattern expresses the qualities that defined these women through two tumultuous decades while displaying afros in all their glory.

This pattern is an ode to the women of the African Diaspora, inspired by the textile weavers of Rwanda. Illustrated in watercolor by artist, Samantha Hahn, the women are presented here in a striking cameo, face-to-face, in a moment of recognition and community. This pattern was developed as AphroChic was creating the first concept house exhibit ever designed by African Americans on the west coast. As part of the exhibit, AphroChic worked with a women's collective in Rwanda on a series of baskets for the space. The design was also heavily influenced by the Bring Back Our Girls movement in Nigeria. A percentage of the proceeds from every sale of this pattern will go to supporting the education of women and girls in Rwanda.

Inspired by the beauty and legacy of Marrakech, AphroChic has collaborated with Moroccan lighting brand, Dounia Home, to create the Amur collection, AphroChic’s first foray into luxury lighting. Handmade in Morocco, this collection blends the centuries-old technique of creating pierced metal lanterns with modern lighting aesthetics to offer a floor lamp, table lamp, sconce, and chandelier. The perforated globes allow precision control of the amount of light in a space, while the various designs are created to work together to create sophisticated layers of pattern and texture within a space. This collection is the perfect way to add a handmade touch of this ancient city to your home – with an AphroChic twist.

Angela. Chestnut Hill, MA. Thu Sep 16 2021

A whirl of skirts forms in flight. This pattern is dedicated to the spirit of dance, in any form or genre, to use bodies to say everything that words can’t. Watercolor figures twirl and move hidden in a field of bright flowers.

Artist and scholar, pioneer, and griot, Katherine Dunham is at once one of the greatest exponents of dance culture in the African Diaspora and one of its most groundbreaking ethnographers. Much as a fellow legend, academic, and pioneer, Pearl Primus did with dance on the African continent, Dunham explored the Caribbean and North America, cataloging the stories and dances of the people, exploring and sharing the diverse expanse of Black experiences, and showing how dance could be a political force. This pattern, created in collaboration with Kim Johnson Studios, celebrates that shining legacy with a colorful play of florals and dancers. Cast in dynamic and exuberant postures, our watercolor dancers show the energy and life that characterized Katherine Dunham’s career, and that continues to inspire us to this day.

The product is illustrated in watercolor by the artist, the women are presented here in a striking cameo, face-to-face, in a moment of recognition and community.

The product has a whirl of skirts and forms in flight. This pattern is dedicated to the spirit of dance that drives us, in any form or genre, to use our bodies to say everything that words can't. Watercolor figures twirl and move hidden in a field of bright flowers.

This pattern celebrates that shining legacy with a colorful play of florals and dancers. Cast in dynamic and exuberant postures, watercolor dancers show energy and life.

In this modern, Brooklyn-inspired toile pattern, women take on the hustle and bustle of city life. Originally a watercolor painting, the print is digitally reproduced, a colorful and energetic ode to contemporary life in one of America’s most popular cities.

The product has a pattern that celebrates that shining legacy with a colorful play of florals and dancers. Cast in dynamic and exuberant postures, watercolor dancers show energy and life.

Impossible cuz too small. Margaret. New York, NY. Tue Apr 08 2025

The product has a pattern that celebrates that shining legacy with a colorful play of florals and dancers. Cast in dynamic and exuberant postures, watercolor dancers show energy and life.

Artist and scholar. Pioneer and griot. Katherine Dunham is at once one of the greatest exponents of dance culture in the African Diaspora and one of its most groundbreaking ethnographers. Much as a fellow legend, academic, and pioneer, Pearl Primus did with dance on the African continent, Dunham explored the Caribbean and North America, cataloging the stories and dances of the people, exploring and sharing the diverse expanse of black experiences, and showing how dance could be a political force. This pattern, created in collaboration with Kim Johnson Studios, celebrates that shining legacy with a colorful play of florals and dancers. Cast in dynamic and exuberant postures, our watercolor dancers show the energy and life that characterized Katherine Dunham’s career, and that continues to inspire us to this day.

This pattern is an ode to the women of the African Diaspora, inspired by the textile weavers of Rwanda. Illustrated in watercolor by artist, Samantha Hahn, the women are presented here in a striking cameo, face-to-face, in a moment of recognition and community. This pattern was developed as AphroChic was creating the first concept house exhibit ever designed by African Americans on the west coast. As part of the exhibit, AphroChic worked with a women's collective in Rwanda on a series of baskets for the space. The design was also heavily influenced by the Bring Back Our Girls movement in Nigeria. A percentage of the proceeds from every sale of this pattern will go to supporting the education of women and girls in Rwanda.

This pattern is an ode to the women of the African Diaspora, inspired by the textile weavers. Illustrated in watercolor by the artist, the women are presented here in a striking cameo, face-to-face, in a moment of recognition and community.

The product has a pattern that celebrates the art of dance and the women who have perfected it. Inspiration in motion, proof that black bodies are not only worthy subjects of art but that they are art themselves.

This contemporary update is an abstract take on the batik patterns of the Yoruba of West Africa, playing with the shape and line of the pattern to create a beautiful statement in any room. Batik is another pattern with a long history and a wide range of cultural connections. The oldest examples date back to ancient Egypt, but the process also appeared in China and Japan, reaching its highest expression in Indonesia before being introduced to West Africa by Dutch and German traders. This unique, global pattern is a beautiful way to bring the world into any space. Each pillow features a double-sided design in a natural cotton and linen blend and features a hidden zipper.

Is there a better analogy for dance than a butterfly in flight? A frenzy of precision, composed of movements, is defined by the stillness that elevates the spirit and dazzles the eye. It was this combination of images that we hoped to capture when we created this pattern. Our watercolor butterfly, designed in collaboration with Kim Johnson Studios, emerges from the colorful swirl of two dancers to create an energetic pattern that is sure to brighten up any room. Each pillow features a double-sided design in a natural cotton and linen blend and features a hidden zipper.

Designed to add a global touch to any space, this modern take on classic ikat is one of AphroChic’s signature patterns. Ikat is one of the world’s oldest textile weaving techniques, developing independently within several cultures around the world, from South America to Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe, India, and West Africa. Haze draws from many of these traditions while maintaining the distinctive blurred effect that many of them share.

A whirl of skirts forms in flight. From Congo Square to the Gullah islands, all across the Caribbean, and on stages around the world, Black women have danced, filling the world with our creativity, beauty, and freedom. This pattern is dedicated to the spirit of dance that drives us, in any form or genre, to use our bodies to say everything that words can’t. Watercolor figures twirl and move hidden in a field of bright flowers. Inspired by everyone from Carmen de Lavallade and Debbie Allen to Janet Jackson and Beyonce, this pattern celebrates Black women as they continue to embody all that is beautiful in the dance.

A simple yet engaging geometric, this pattern celebrates the African-American cultural tradition of Jumping the Broom. The tradition was adopted as a way of demonstrating commitment between enslaved African Americans for whom the institution and rites of marriage were forbidden. It continues today as a mainstay of African American wedding ceremonies, a celebration of heritage, and a statement of love.

Artist and scholar. Pioneer and griot. Katherine Dunham is both one of the greatest exponents of dance culture in the African diaspora and one of its most innovative ethnographers. Much like Pearl Primus, a legend, scholar, and dance pioneer on the African continent, Dunham explored the Caribbean and North America, documenting the stories and dances of the peoples, exploring and sharing the diversity of black experiences, and showing how dance can be a political force. This design, created in collaboration with Kim Johnson Studios, celebrates this brilliant heritage with a colorful play of flowers and dancers. In dynamic and exuberant postures, our watercolors show the energy and life that characterized Katherine Dunham's career and that continue to inspire us today. Each pillow features a double-sided design in a natural cotton and linen blend and features a hidden zipper.

Bought this pillow in the gray color. The multiple colored flowers pull together colors from artwork and accessories well! Love this!. Kimberly. Charlotte, NC. Sun Feb 20 2022

In this inspired toile pattern, women take on the hustle and bustle of city life. Originally a watercolor painting, the print is digitally reproduced, a colorful and energetic ode to life in one of the most popular cities.

This bold geometric design is inspired by the traditional weaving techniques of the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. A varied and complex tradition, juxtaposing naturally occurring and man-made shapes to convey intricate religious concepts and reference shared myths, the diamond is one of its strongest recurring motifs. We re-imagine that basic pattern here in the highly structured fashion reserved for royalty.

This pattern celebrates the art of dance and the women who have perfected it. Misty Copeland is our muse, inspiration in motion, and proof that black bodies are not only worthy subjects of art but that they are art themselves. In this celebratory pattern, designed in collaboration with Kim Johnson Studios, dancers joyously leap between starbursts made of pure Black Girl Magic.