The 'Mali' Trousers are cut from a striking black Nigerian Adire Ankara Dutch Wax print fabric in 100% cotton. The design draws on the characteristic geometric vocabulary of Adire textile tradition — columns of horizontal bars resembling steps, tallies or ladders, paired alongside continuous zigzag lines and repeating dot motifs rendered in deep forest green on a rich black ground. The result is a graphic, rhythmic pattern that feels both ancient and completely contemporary.
The trousers are finished with vibrant contrast deep cuffs in a mixed floral and geometric Ankara print — bursting with purple, pink, white and blue — adding a bold pop of colour against the dark body. Crafted in small batches in the UK using carefully sourced materials, each pair carries the character of the fabric it's made from.
Elasticated waist — easy to pull on and great for growing little ones
Hem can be turned up if the legs are too long
Vibrant contrast deep cuffs as a fashionable feature detail — purple, pink, white and blue floral Ankara print
Body: black and forest green geometric Adire Ankara Dutch Wax print
Made from African Ankara Dutch Wax print fabric — 100% cotton
Small-batch, low-waste production
Handcrafted finish
Care Instructions
To keep the trousers looking their best:
Warm machine or hand wash
Do not tumble dry
Spot clean — gently dab with a damp cloth and mild soap
Do not bleach or dry clean
Air dry away from direct sunlight to preserve the vibrancy of the print
Avoid prolonged exposure to rain or moisture
The rich colours of Ankara fabric are best preserved with gentle care.
Measurements (approximate)
Available in the following sizes, suitable for children aged approximately 9 months to 4 years:
9–12 months
12–18 months
18–24 months
2T / Age 2
3T / Age 3
3–4 years
Waistband unstretched: 9" / fully stretched, up to: 11.5"
Outside leg seam (top of waistband to bottom of cuff): 21"
Inside leg seam (under seat to bottom of cuff): 12"
The elasticated waist and turn-up hem offer a little extra flexibility across sizes. Each pair is unique — slight variations in print placement are part of the handmade charm.
