Kikoi (or Kikoy) comes from the Swahili word for 'wrap' or 'something to wrap around you’. Kikoi are hand-woven cloths that are recognized for their beautiful, vibrant colours and versatility.
Their life began as a traditional fisherman’s wraparound worn on the Swahili coast of East Africa; especially Kenya but today the Kikoy has evolved as a woman’s beach wrap and scarf among other great uses as a bohemian style fashion accessory. Each Kikoy is a lightweight cloth that comes finished with a hand-knotted fringe.
The name itself denotes the versatility of this handy piece of apparel, that can be used as a beach sarong, beach towel, picnic blanket, home decor throw and wall hanging too outside of their favourite and common uses as fashionable bohemian scarfs, shawls, baby slings, head wraps and so much more; as far as your imagination can allow. Kikoy wraps are good for gifts; they are a good gift idea on their own or paired with other goodies to complete an intriguing, culturally rich1 and unique gift box.
RECOMMENDED USES:
Kikoy wraps can be used in various ways; including but not limited to:
- Scarf
- Shawl
- Beach Sarong / Beach cloth
- Couch / Sofa Throw
- Wall Hanging
- Craft Making Cloth, etc.Note / Disclaimer:
- Colours may vary because of photography lighting and /or device settings.
