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  • Curated With Love by Evelyn O.

  • Shop African print apparel, hand-crafted accessories & home decor, authentic fabrics, self-care essentials, and much more - curated by Evelyn O of @AnkaraMiami!
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  • Join us in-person during our next S. FL pop-up shop - featuring more of our favorite African & culturally-inspired fashion & lifestyle brands. Subscribe to our mailing list for event updates and support local vendors!
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  • 'The Art of Wrap' Headwrap Workshops.

  • Workshop attendees learn fashionable and customized head wrap techniques to master on their own. Join our mailing list to be notified of the next class! Private group classes also available
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Curated With Love by Evelyn O.

Shop African print apparel, hand-crafted accessories & home decor, authentic fabrics, self-care essentials, and much more - curated by Evelyn O of @AnkaraMiami! Follow @EvelynO11 on Instagram

Pop-Up Shops

Join us in-person during our next S. FL pop-up shop - featuring more of our favorite African & culturally-inspired fashion & lifestyle brands. Subscribe to our mailing list for event updates and support local vendors! RSVP for free entry

'The Art of Wrap' Headwrap Workshops.

Workshop attendees learn fashionable and customized head wrap techniques to master on their own. Join our mailing list to be notified of the next class! Private group classes also available Join Our Mailing List

Check out our new arrivals

  • Custom African Fang Masks - Sports Teams (Pre-Order)
    $149.99
    $149.99
  • Custom African Fang Masks - HBCU/School (Pre-Order)
    $149.99
    $149.99
  • Nigerian Hand-Painted Shift Dresses
    $64.99
    $64.99
  • African Print 'Blue Graffiti' Short Skirt
    $44.99
    $44.99
  • African Print 'Red Bubbles' Short Skirt
    $44.99
    $44.99
  • African Print 'Orange Geo' Short Skirt
    $44.99
    $44.99
  • African Print 'Blue Mix' Short Skirt
    $44.99
    $44.99
  • African Print 'Orange Petals' Short Skirt
    $44.99
    $44.99
  • *NEW* African Print Peplum Wrap Tops
    $49.00
    $49.00
  • Ankara Print Peplum Vest
    $59.00
    $59.00
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Accessories Make Everything Better

Ghanaian Deluxe Glass Waist Beads - Large
Ghanaian Deluxe Glass Waist Beads - Large
Ghanaian Deluxe Glass Waist Beads - Large
Ghanaian Deluxe Glass Waist Beads - Large
Ghanaian Deluxe Glass Waist Beads - Large
Ghanaian Deluxe Glass Waist Beads - Large
Ghanaian Deluxe Glass Waist Beads - Large
Ghanaian Deluxe Glass Waist Beads - Large
Ghanaian Deluxe Glass Waist Beads - Large
Ghanaian Deluxe Glass Waist Beads - Large
Ghanaian Deluxe Glass Waist Beads - Large

Ghanaian Deluxe Glass Waist Beads - Large

$24.99
$24.99
Shipping calculated at checkout.

These decorative waist beads feature an unbroken string of large colorful glass trade beads that accent feminine curves.

The traditional African accessory consists of small glass beads on a string or wire worn around the waist or hips. In Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, and other West African countries, they are a symbol of femininity, fertility, sensuality, and spiritual well-being.

Can be worn singly or in layers. 

Sold as one single strand. Fits up to a 42” waist. String tied ends - no clasp.

Made in Ghana

To wear: Wrap your full strand of waist beads around your waist along your pants line (or however high up you want to wear the beads). Remove any additional beads by pulling them off the string. Tie 3-4 tight knots where the beads end. Cut close to the knot leaving 1/2cm or more then burn clipped ends with lighter. (Please be careful as you burn ends)

 

Meaning of Waist Bead Colors:

  • Gold: good health, power, wealth

  • White: light, truth, purity

  • Blue: healing, harmony, insight, truth

  • Red: vitality, passion, bravery, confidence

  • Brown: earth, stability

  • Green: prosperity, fertility, abundance, hope, healing

  • Purple: spirituality, wisdom, royalty

  • Yellow: wisdom, clarity, awareness, energy, joy

 

Ghanaian Deluxe Glass Waist Beads also available. Pictured here for size reference only. 

Fit for a Queen

  • African Print Stretch Jumpsuits
    $84.99
    $84.99
  • 3pc African Print Ruffle Crop Top & Skirt Set
    $89.99
    $89.99
  • Mud Print Black Frill Luxury Kaftans
    $74.99
    $74.99
  • Amara African Flower Princess Dresses
    $84.99
    $84.99
  • Ngozi Ruffle Dress - Yellow Circle
    $69.00
    $59.99
  • Ankara 'Pearl Garden' Short Skirt
    $44.99
    $44.99
  • 3pc African Print Crop Top & Skirt Set
    Sold out
    $84.99
  • Infinity Ankara Maxi Dresses
    $84.99
    $84.99
  • African Print Lattice Cape
    $74.99
    $74.99
  • Infinity Ankara Maxi Dresses - Short
    Sold out
    $79.00
  • Denim Ankara Patch Maxi Skirt
    Sold out
    $99.00
  • Batik Button Down Shirt Dresses
    $69.00
    $69.00
  • African Print Stretch Mermaid Skirts
    $64.99
    $64.99
  • Senegalese Mixed Tie Dye Kaftan
    Sold out
    $59.00
  • Unisex Kente Mud Print Open Kaftan
    Sold out
    $64.99
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Adjust Your Crown and Handle It!

Save 10% (at checkout) on our signature headwraps! Made in Nigeria.

Keep it 'cute & comfy' or 'all out glam'! Perfect for your next outing, virtual meeting, or photo shoot.

--- Contact us today for your private 'The Art of Wrap' tutorials! Available in person or virtually. (Groups of 5-10)

  • 'Black Neon' Head Wrap (2 yds)
    $30.00
    $30.00
  • Mud Print (Blk/Wht) Head Wraps (2 yds)
    $29.99
    $29.99
  • 'Power' Head Wraps (2 yds)
    $29.99
    $24.99
  • 'Blk/Wht Kente' Head Wraps (2 yds)
    $29.99
    $24.99
  • 'Spotlight' Head Wrap (2 yds)
    $30.00
    $30.00
  • 'Ringleader' Head Wrap (2 yds)
    $30.00
    $30.00
  • 'Speaker Box' Head Wrap (2 yds)
    $30.00
    $30.00
  • 'Frequency' Head Wraps (2 yds)
    $30.00
    $30.00
  • 'Disco Ball' Head Wrap (2 yds)
    $30.00
    $30.00
  • 'Colorful Harvest' Head Wrap (2 yds)
    $30.00
    $30.00
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Stay Ahead of the Crowd! Check out our Pre-Order Collection Now

  • African Fang Masks - Painted Divine 9 (Pre-Order)
    $94.99
    $94.99
  • African Fang Masks - Beaded Divine 9 (Pre-Order)
    $89.99
    $89.99
  • Decorative 'Gye Nyame' Mancala Games (Pre-Order)
    Sold out
    $74.99
  • Gye Nyame Couple Wall Sculpture (Pre-Order)
    Sold out
    $225.00
  • Three Headed Unity Carving (Pre-Order)
    $74.99
    $74.99
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Send some 'virtual' love!

Missed someone or just want to send a quick 'thank you'? E-gift cards are the perfect gift! 

Show your appreciation or send some love from afar.

Just enter contact info and select the date & occasion. All set! 

Purchase e-gift card HERE

Shipping Update

* PLEASE NOTE * **************************

Orders will ship within 2 business days from time of purchase - unless otherwise noted, i.e. pre-orders, wholesale, customized orders.

As always, a tracking number will be provided upon shipping via text &/or email to the contact info provided at checkout.

Please allow up to 4-7 business days from shipment notification to receive your order as USPS continues to experience delays.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns. We value your support and appreciate your understanding!

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What our tribe is saying...

I am utterly in love with Ankara Delights! The quality of their merchandise is impeccable, and the customer service is beyond reproach. They are responsive, knowledgeable, timely and professional. I would not hesitate to refer my family and friends to Ankara. They have earned a loyal customer in me!

Linda N.

Never disappointed! I've made many purchases from Ankara Delights and with every purchase I've gotten the question, "Where did you get that from?"

I love shopping authentic African merchandise!

The customer service from the Ankara Delights team is friendly and welcoming.

Love their Sip and Shops!

If it's online shopping or in store Ankara Delights is my go to for All things AFRICA!

Venessa W.

Love, love, LOVE this shop. Lots of cute things from skirts to tunics to head wraps, all in beautiful African prints. The owner Evelyn even helped me get a few custom pieces made for an event I was attending.

Keisha P.

Ankara Face Mask & Head Wrap Set - I ordered a mask and wrap set last week. I just want to thank you because the quality is outstanding and I absolutely love the print and packaging. I’ll be placing another order today! 

JBH

Dudu Osum Hair Products (shampoo, conditioner, hair cream) - Twisting my hair as we speak.... Love the stuff. The Shampoo gives a thorough squeaky clean on the second wash without sudsy residue. Clean to the point where it tingles my scalp. And as for the Hair-Gro Cream, it's superb. Not clumpy, not greasy and with a very pleasant mild scent. I am hooked. Will continue to order all three. Thank you, thank you, Thank You!!!

Suzette U.

Ankara Face Mask & Ankara Bonnet - Absolutely loving my mask and bonnet ! Easy to wear and sleep in, does not come off! Regally keeps my hair on point! My face mask definitely leaves me feeling safer than my previous ones. 

Lysz Flo

Ankara Surgical Cap - Looks as if "masking" will be apart of my uniform. Wearing PPE head to toe for 12hrs was quite exhausting so it's a bit refreshing to spice up my scrubs with my matching scrubs and surgical cap from Ankara Delights.

Oluchi O.

Wonderful boutique with a variety of clothes, accessories, and daily living tools - with that added African touch!

Sandra S.

Omg I walked in and the scent was amazing!! The owner is extremely sweet. The shop is so neat and everything is well presented! I enjoyed the vibe. The customer service was great as well. I cannot wait to go back!!

Danyale M.

Evelyn O., Owner/Curator

Since her reign as Miss Nigeria Florida (2011-2012), Evelyn Onyejuruwa, continues to encourage cultural appreciation as well as the inclusion of African fabric, prints, and hand-crafted goods into every day use.

Ankara Delights was first introduced in 2015 during Ankara Miami (Florida's first & only African Fashion Week). Since then, it has expanded from a single collection of authentic African fabric & headwraps to quarterly pop-up shops and a brick and mortar in Downtown Hollywood, FL (until Sept 2021). Our vast array of products - including stylish apparel & accessories, eye-catching home décor, ethically sourced natural products, and unique gift items - are now available 24/7 via our lovingly curated online boutique - AnkaraDelights.com.

Shop today and support African artisans & small, black business owners!

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