{"product_id":"kikoi","title":"Kikoi","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekikoi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (also spelled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekikoy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a traditional East African woven cotton fabric that originated along the Swahili Coast, particularly in Kenya and Tanzania.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA typical kikoi has these characteristics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Made from 100% cotton or a cotton blend, making it lightweight, breathable, and soft.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Features bold horizontal or vertical stripes, often in vibrant colors such as blue, red, green, yellow, orange, or black. Many have contrasting color combinations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The edges are usually finished with hand-tied or woven fringes (tassels).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTexture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Smooth and lightweight with a flat weave, ideal for warm climates.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally around 100 × 170 cm (39 × 67 inches), though sizes can vary.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSarong or wrap skirt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeach cover-up\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShawl or scarf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePicnic blanket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTable runner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrow for home décor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFashion garments such as dresses, shirts, kimonos, and bags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKikois are valued for their versatility, durability, and colorful aesthetic. They are an iconic part of East African culture and are often associated with coastal Swahili fashion, where they are worn by both men and women for everyday wear as well as special occasions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Al-Barbie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48874313482495,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/albarbie.com\/products\/kikoi","provider":"Al-Barbie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}