Adire textile is a type of dyed cloth from south west Nigeria traditionally made by Yoruba women, using a variety of resist-dyeing techniques. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] The word 'Adire' originally derives from the Yoruba words 'adi' which means to tie and 're' meaning to dye. [ 3 ]

Adire is common among the people of Egbaland in Ogun State. “Adire” means “tie and dye”. A material designed with wax-resist methods that will produce patterned designs in a dazzling array of...

Oct 28, 2024 · Adire Fabric Design, originating from the Yoruba phrase “Adire,” meaning “tie and dye,” represents one of Nigeria’s most distinctive textile crafts. Adire, which has its origins in the southwest of the country, is more than just a technique for dyeing textiles; it is a visual embodiment of Yoruba history, culture, and inventiveness.

Àdìrẹ are indigo-dyed cotton cloths decorated using a resist-dying technique to create striking patterns in blue and white. They were traditionally made and worn by women throughout the Yoruba region of south-western Nigeria, West Africa.

Adire African Textiles is a London based gallery dedicated to exploring the vintage textile traditions of sub-Saharan Africa. We work with a network of partners throughout West Africa to source exceptional museum quality textiles for clients worldwide that include leading museums, private collectors, and interior designers.

Adire is the name given to indigo dyed cloth produced by Yoruba women of south western Nigeria using a variety of resist dye techniques. Adire translates as tie and dye, and the earliest cloths were probably simple tied designs on locally-woven hand-spun cotton cloth much like those still produced in Mali.

Oct 15, 2023 · Adire, which means “tie and dye” in Yoruba, is a traditional textile art form that has been practiced for centuries in southwestern Nigeria. The cloth is known for its vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and cultural symbolism.

Nov 6, 2016 · Adire, is a Yoruba (a tribe in Southwestern Nigeria) word for tie and dye. It was first made by Yoruba women of old by using a variety of resist-dyeing techniques. As the translation of the name suggests, the earliest pieces of Adire were probably simple tied designs on cotton cloth handspun and woven locally.

Oct 30, 2020 · Adire – a Yoruba word which translates tie and die is indigenous to south-western Nigeria. It is made using a variety of resist – dyeing techniques. Rich in beauty, culture and history, Adire has become a fashion staple in present times which was not the case few years back, as this fashion piece was at risk of going extinct.

Sep 26, 2023 · Adire cloth is a traditional textile art form that originated in Nigeria among the Yoruba people. It is known for its intricate indigo dyeing techniques and the cultural artistry that goes into creating each piece.