Manual Ghanaian Broadloom Fabrics in High-End Bridal Wear

This study explored the use of metallic yarns with cotton and rayon yarns on a manual broadloom to weave fabrics for bridal wear. A twelve-yard fabric, with a lozenge motif, was woven using blue and purple yarns with golden metallic accents. The fabric was made into outfits for a bridal party, creating an illusion of grandeur with the reflective qualities of the gold yarns. This innovative approach highlighted the potential for traditional Ghanaian weaving in modern high-end fashion.

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1 R Acquaye Takoradi Technical University Lecturer richard.acquaye@ttu.edu.gh
2 M Akrofi Takoradi Technical University Lecturer mosesakrofie@gmail.com
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Research Paper

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Broadloom Bridal Wear Fabric Design Ghana Metallic Yarn
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Volume 5

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Issue 1

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Manual Ghanaian Broadloom Fabrics in High-End Bridal Wear - TTUJOT-2019-50

Paper Abstract:

This study explored the use of metallic yarns with cotton and rayon yarns on a manual broadloom to weave fabrics for bridal wear. A twelve-yard fabric, with a lozenge motif, was woven using blue and purple yarns with golden metallic accents. The fabric was made into outfits for a bridal party, creating an illusion of grandeur with the reflective qualities of the gold yarns. This innovative approach highlighted the potential for traditional Ghanaian weaving in modern high-end fashion.

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