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Kenya’s Maasai people wear beautiful bead jewelry. Read on to learn about the story and history behind traditional Maasai beaded jewelry. If you’ve ever seen pictures of Kenya’s Maasai people, y … read more

Looking to shake up your wardrobe? While any time of year is a good time to play with color, the newfound energy of spring can fill you with an extra zest for trying out new shades and hues. Here are … read more

Once upon a time, dyes ruled the world. Okay, not literally. But dyes and textiles did play a major role in international trade and economics. And one of the most vital dyes was the color indigo. In … read more

You may have spotted them in décor magazines or even on the runway: textiles with bold geometric patterns of color that, upon close inspection, appear to bleed into one another. Used for everything … read more

What is a Kurti?A kurti is a long-sleeved, collar-less tunic worn by women throughout Southeast Asia. The kurti, which usually rests just past the hips, is a slightly-shorter version of the kurta, wh … read more