From Africa, For All

Where Tradition Meets Tomorrow

We're crafting confidence through conscious design, where every stitch, stone, and pattern celebrates the intersection of cultural legacy and contemporary ambition.

Continental Craftsmanship

We are storytellers in textile and metal, crafting small-batch collections that speak volumes when worn.

CROWNED

Meticulously crafted from hand-selected semi-precious stones, CROWNED celebrates the intersection of African luxury and bold individuality. Each bracelet is a testament to purposeful design – from the carefully curated gems to the artisanal packaging. This is accessible luxury for the maverick spirit, the quiet revolutionary, the presence that commands attention without seeking it.

A Statement in Print

You weren't born to blend in.

We use textiles that ensure you never will.

A Statement in Print

You weren't born to blend in.

We use textiles that ensure you never will.

Exactly as Pictured!

"The dress came exactly as pictured. Great quality fabric, true to size and delivery was fast."

— Joyce Jolicoeur, January 21, 2022

Just Gorgeous!

"Just gorgeous! Bought for a friend and it’s even more stunning than the pic shows."

— Pamela Schiess, November 19, 2021

Ghanaian Batik

The origins of Batik is in West Africa. The process of applying wax over cotton blends art and science. It's a textile technique that draws inspiration from nature. Each print is as distinctive as the individual wearing it and is impossible to replicate.

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Crafted in Johannesburg

Anchored in the collaboration and partnership embedded in our brand ethos, our beaded jewelry capsules feature hand-selected semi-precious stones held together by a durable cord. It's a gender-neutral collection available in various sizes.

Free Shipping

Orders over $150. US and Canada, only.

Handmade

Fabric, Clothing, and Jewelry 100% Handmade.

Made in Africa

Ethically manufactured in West and Southern Africa.

We Do Things Differently

Small Batch Production

Our production is tailored to match demand. Collections are crafted in limited quantities, repurposing excess fabric for wallets, scarfs, and head-ties.

Ethical Sourcing

Our garments are made using raw textiles sourced from independent farmers in Ghana and Togo. Our jewelry uses beads and metals sourced across South Africa.

Small Business Partnership

Each collection is manufactured in partnership with established, African-owned and operated, small businesses from Johannesburg to Accra.

Crafted in Accra

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TRACEABLE by LOVE DOT

Lean into the genesis of the African slow fashion movement with TRACEABLE by LOVE DOT. Explore the people and stories driving African's design culture - from the visionaries shaping the industry to the brands and designers making it a reality. Welcome to TRACEABLE.

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