Description
The Maasai Shuka is a traditional fabric originating in East Africa, worn by the Maasai people, mainly from Kenya and Tanzania. It is a cotton plaid fabric, in the form of a blanket, of bright red and blue colors. The Maasai are a semi-nomadic people of East Africa who are known for their unique way of life, as well as their cultural traditions and customs.
The Maasai Shuka cloth throw is more than just a piece of fabric. It is a symbol of strength and tradition for the Maasai people. The use of Shuka cloth as the main Maasai warrior garment has gone through a slow but steady metamorphosis over the last few centuries that finally culminated in patterned red, blue, and green cotton Shuka cloth emerging in the 1960s.
This fabric protects the Maasai against the time and terrain of the savanna. It is known to be durable, solid, and thick1. It is also used as a bath towel, scarf or home decoration accessory. Many designers have taken inspiration from the Maasai Shuka to create original, brightly colored clothes
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