The Cowrie Blazer is a poetic homage to African heritage, where tradition meets contemporary expression. Hand-painted with bold white-on-black illustrations of cowrie shells, this piece channels ancestral symbolism tied to prosperity, femininity, fertility, and spiritual protection.
Each shell is rendered with fine, etched detail, positioned on the blazer’s pockets and chest to create both balance and symbolism. Once used as currency and worn as sacred adornment, the cowrie becomes here a visual metaphor—carrying stories, power, and presence into the modern world.
The Cowrie Blazer is a poetic homage to African heritage, where tradition meets contemporary expression. Hand-painted with bold white-on-black illustrations of cowrie shells, this piece channels ancestral symbolism tied to prosperity, femininity, fertility, and spiritual protection.
Each shell is rendered with fine, etched detail, positioned on the blazer’s pockets and chest to create both balance and symbolism. Once used as currency and worn as sacred adornment, the cowrie becomes here a visual metaphor—carrying stories, power, and presence into the modern world.
ColorBlack
GenderFor Him
MaterialCotton
Le blazer Cowrie est un hommage poétique au patrimoine africain, où la tradition rencontre l’expression contemporaine. Peint à la main avec de puissantes illustrations de cauris blancs sur fond noir, il évoque les symboles ancestraux associés à la prospérité, à la féminité, à la fertilité et à la protection spirituelle.
Chaque coquillage est représenté avec des détails fins et gravés, sur les poches et la poitrine du blazer, créant à la fois équilibre et symbolisme. Autrefois utilisés comme monnaie et portés comme parures sacrées, les cauris deviennent ici une métaphore visuelle, portant des récits, une force et une présence dans le monde moderne.
To United States
5–11 business days
Cost
$34.24 single purchase · $17.12 multiple purchases
TrackingFull tracking provided via Africa Creates Ship dashboard
Duty & taxBuyer is responsible for local import duties
Returns are accepted within 7 days of delivery for items that are unworn and in original condition. Contact the seller or Africa Creates support to initiate a return. Africa Creates Buyer Protection applies to all orders.
At Africa Creates, we do not believe in the myth of predefined sizes. Each body is different and deserves an outfit just as unique. Therefore, to use this guide, we recommend using your measurements in inches (as explained below) rather than the "4 to 22" sizes.
From there you can select the corresponding international size for your order, and each seller will then be able to make sure to send the PERFECT fit for YOU!
How to measure ?
Collar size
Measure around the neck at the neck.
Chest size
Measure around your bust where it is wider by placing the tape measure under the arms and over the shoulder blades.
Waist size
Measure in the hollow of the waist.
Hip size
Keep your feet together and measure the widest part.
Crotch tower
Measure the top of the crotch up to the ankle bone.
