Handwoven smock / batakari / fugu - Blue, Red & Ivory Stripes #SMK707

Genuine high quality handwoven African smock/tunic known as 'Batakari', worn by the men and women of Northern Ghana. Each smock is one of a kind, uniquely designed with an embroidered neckline and two pockets.

Batakari smocks are incredibly versatile and great for layering. Men can wear it over a long or short sleeved shirt, top, vest or simply wear it on its own. Women, grab a belt and wear it as a short dress, or pair it with shorts, leggings or formal trousers. Perfect for formal wear, weddings and traditional events, or dress it down for casual wear with a difference!

• Size: One-size fits small to x-large (S - XL)
• Material: 100% cotton, made from a mixture of hand-dyed and undyed cotton
• Washing: Dry clean only
• Production technique: The smock is made from hand-loomed strips woven by master artisans using traditional African weaving methods. The strips are then hand stitched together to give the smock a plaid-like appearance. 

*Model is 6ft 1inch and normally wears sizes men's small to medium (S-M). Jersey top is model's own.