African skirt, shirt and headwrap: A GIFT THAT MATTERS Start Price USD 35.99 Current Price USD 35.99 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Wednesday, October 08, 2008 End Time Saturday, October 11, 2008 Location New Milford, CT See more about 'African skirt, shirt and headwrap: A GIFT THAT MATTERS' Description  Shona:  Crafts from CongoDescigned, Sewn and Sold by Phyiscally Handicapped Women in Eastern CongoBuy this Authentic, handcrafted African outfit and support the work of an amazing group of women living in one of the most war-torn regions of Africa.   These women live in a corner of the world torn by war, povery and natural disaster.  They work in a culture that expects handicapped people to beg in the streets.  By purchasing from Shona you are supporting the work of four women who are determined to find a better life.   This is fair trade in its truest sense.  100% of the profit from this sale will be returned to the individual woman who sewed this boubou. Description This Authentic outfit features a wrap-around skirt, African style shirt, and headwrap. It is made from high quality wax cloth with a black background and elaborate purple and gold designs. The African style shirt (boubou) is unique in the way it is loose-fitting with flowing sleeves. The wrap around skirt is comfortable and easy to wear. Worn together with the matching head wrap, the outfit is sure to turn heads.All Shona purchase are individually labeled with the handwritten name of the woman who sewed each item.  Each purchase also includes a color brochure with photos of each woman and details about her life.  By purchasing from Shona you are buying an authentic African outfit from the craftsperson herself.  Your purchase truly makes a difference.Measurements  This outfit has a wrap around skirt and loose-fitting top and so it can fit a range of sizes.  We consider this outfit a size LARGE.  This outfit will best fit a chest up to 43 inches, waist up to 44 inches  and hips up to 50 inches Measurements of the shirt chest 23 inches (46 around) shoulder to hem 27 in Measurements of the skirt length (waist to hemline) 37 inches waist: Skirt has cloth ties to allow the skirt to fit the waist of each individual. Will fit a waist from up to up to 44 inches in waist and 50 inches in hips. If you are not sure if this outfit will fit you please contact us directly.  Also, please consider a custom made outfit.  See our ebay store for more details.Visit our eBay Store: Shona: Crafts From Congo  Shipping We ship within 48 hours of receipt of payment.   Visit our store for more products.  Any additional purchases will be shipped with this order for no additional shipping fee!  Your support truly makes a differenceVisit our website www.shonacongo.com Place a Bid!