Ageless Habesha Look with Gondar Draping Embroidery Design Size:XL in the civilization that built

in the civilization that built the stelae

every stitch placed entirely by hand across 4 to 8 weeks of patient work by artisans trained in this tradition

Style: Gondar ሽመና kemis — lightweight handwoven fabric

Every dress is made in Ethiopia and shipped directly to you in the US

Cultural events and habesha gatherings

Ageless Habesha Look with Gondar Draping Embroidery Design Size:XL in the civilization that builtThe Gondar dress holds a special place in our hearts it carries the soul of one of Ethiopias most storied cities. Gondar, , was the seat of emperors, and the clothes that came out of that region have always had that same commanding presence. What sets this dress apart is the tibeb and tilet patterning along the hem, collar, and cuffs bold, deliberate, deeply Amhara. Our head tailor, who has been stitching these patterns for over 20 years, embroiders