Ankara Fabric

Explore Ankara fabrics by print, color and finish, including cotton wax prints, flash gold, rhinestone embellishments and polyester Ankara-style prints.

Browse the fabric-type collections to compare materials and finishes. Each product page gives its available length, width, composition and care details. Fabric purchases do not include finished outfits.

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Find the print that
feels like you.

Browse bold wax prints by the piece or matching set. Follow a color, explore a motif, or let something unexpected catch your eye.

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Teal floral Ankara fabric, shown as an open cutout.Orange and yellow floral Ankara fabric.Start with a little color.

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  • Fabric width

    Widths vary by fabric

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The inspiration file

Color, shape, possibility

A few ideas for wearing, styling and making. Photography for inspiration, not customer work or exact fabric matches.

Teal Garden Ankara Flash Gold Wax Print Fabric with big blooms on deep teal, 6 yards

About the fabric

What is Ankara fabric?

Ankara is one of the most iconic African textiles, known for its bold colors, symbolic patterns and cultural depth. It is also called Dutch wax, African print or Kitenge.

Ankara is most often printed on 100% cotton and used for clothing, accessories and home décor.

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Questions, answered

Will my fabric come in one piece?

Check the length and width on the product page. A 3 + 3 yard set contains two three-yard lengths. If your pattern needs one continuous cut, choose a listing that specifies one.

How long does delivery take?

Please allow 3–5 business days for processing, followed by an estimated 7–10 business days for U.S. delivery after dispatch. These are estimates, not guaranteed arrival dates. Tracking is provided, and U.S. shipping is free on orders of $75 or more.

Should I wash it before sewing?

Follow the care instructions for your fabric. If you’re unsure how to care for lace, stones or a metallic finish, ask us before washing or cutting. Keep fabric unwashed and uncut if you may need to return it.