#BPN Adinkras
Adinkra symbols originated among the Akan people of Ghana and Coite d’Ivoire. Representing concepts and proverbs, the symbols were printed on the fabrics worn by royalty in Akan society. This shirt demonstrates that these symbols still resonate with those part of the African Diaspora today.
Based in Cali, Colombia, the Afro-Colombian brand Basico Pero Nitido, which translates to Basic But Necessary was born out of the necessity to “teach, educate, and empower” those who wear it while continuing the fight for representation for those in the African Diaspora. By purchasing through #ShopPC you’re receiving a 20% off discount from purchase + international shipping fees!
Adinkra symbols originated among the Akan people of Ghana and Coite d’Ivoire. Representing concepts and proverbs, the symbols were printed on the fabrics worn by royalty in Akan society. This shirt demonstrates that these symbols still resonate with those part of the African Diaspora today.
Based in Cali, Colombia, the Afro-Colombian brand Basico Pero Nitido, which translates to Basic But Necessary was born out of the necessity to “teach, educate, and empower” those who wear it while continuing the fight for representation for those in the African Diaspora. By purchasing through #ShopPC you’re receiving a 20% off discount from purchase + international shipping fees!
Adinkra symbols originated among the Akan people of Ghana and Coite d’Ivoire. Representing concepts and proverbs, the symbols were printed on the fabrics worn by royalty in Akan society. This shirt demonstrates that these symbols still resonate with those part of the African Diaspora today.
Based in Cali, Colombia, the Afro-Colombian brand Basico Pero Nitido, which translates to Basic But Necessary was born out of the necessity to “teach, educate, and empower” those who wear it while continuing the fight for representation for those in the African Diaspora. By purchasing through #ShopPC you’re receiving a 20% off discount from purchase + international shipping fees!
Note: All BPN products are Made in Colombia. This may impact stock availability as well as sizing. Colombian sizes tend to run smaller than U.S sizes.
Note on Culture: The majority of our African ancestors who were captured and enslaved were taken to Latin America. Colombia has the Third Largest population of African descendants in the Americas behind Brazil and the USA.