AphroChic Fabric By The Yard

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Celebrating 60 years of unparalleled excellence, the Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre is the inspiration for our entire collection of dance-inspired prints. Known as the cultural ambassador to the world, the company not only gave opportunities to black dancers on an unprecedented scale, it brought classical and contemporary 20th-century dance to African American culture, combining an eclectic approach to movement with jazz, blues, and spirituals. Ailey combined these forces in works such as Blues and Revelations with the specific intent to express the African American experience in a revolutionary new way. This pattern, designed in collaboration with Kim Johnson Studios, celebrates the joy of dance and the beauty of Black women in motion. The massive blooms "a modern take on traditional English floral wallpaper" hide a troupe of dancers between them.

Is there any better analogy for dance than a butterfly in flight? A frenzy of precision, composed of movement, is defined by the stillness that lifts the spirit and dazzles the eye. The colorful swirl of two dancers creates an energetic pattern sure to brighten any room.

Celebrating 60 years of unparalleled excellence, the Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre is the inspiration for our entire collection of dance-inspired prints. Known as the cultural ambassador to the world, the company not only gave opportunities to black dancers on an unprecedented scale, it brought classical and contemporary 20th-century dance to African American culture, combining an eclectic approach to movement with jazz, blues, and spirituals. Ailey combined these forces in works such as Blues and Revelations with the specific intent to express the African American experience in a revolutionary new way. This pattern, designed in collaboration with Kim Johnson Studios, celebrates the joy of dance and the beauty of Black women in motion. The massive blooms "a modern take on traditional English floral wallpaper" hide a troupe of dancers between them.

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 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.

Is there any better analogy for dance than a butterfly in flight? A frenzy of precision, composed of movement, is defined by the stillness that lifts the spirit and dazzles the eye. It was just that combination of imagery that we were hoping to capture when we created this pattern. Our watercolor Butterfly fabric, designed in collaboration with Kim Johnson Studios, emerges from the colorful swirl of two dancers to create an energetic pattern sure to brighten any room.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Is there any better analogy for dance than a butterfly in flight? A frenzy of precision, composed of movement, is defined by the stillness that lifts the spirit and dazzles the eye. It was just that combination of imagery that we were hoping to capture when we created this pattern. Our watercolor Butterfly fabric, designed in collaboration with Kim Johnson Studios, emerges from the colorful swirl of two dancers to create an energetic pattern sure to brighten any room.

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.

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.

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 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.