These African-inspired finds will help bring you that much closer to the endearing continent that continues to inspire fashion, design and photography, alike. There are many selections within this collection that are fashion-oriented and play with the tribal concept as well as tribal patterns. What comes about is a truly unique set of styles that are like nothing seen organically in the west.
Moreover, there are a number of photography finds that are based in the desert to help enhance the rugged nature of products, fashion or technology. The jewelry is what will likely captivate attention the strongest; the ornate creations are oversized, vibrant in color and exude an ethereal vibe that will have you longing to visit the continent that is consistently looked to for visionary inspiration.
45 African-Inspired Finds

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African Blood Sport Photography
Hunters by David Chancellor Captures a Deeply Personal Pursuit

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Tribal Goddess Photoshoots
The Numero Tokyo Toni's Tribe Editorial is Warlike

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Tapestry-Blending Portraits
Far by Adriana Gerasimova is Darkly Tribal
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Tribal Raver Fashions
These Tom Van Der Borght Designs are Fiercely Florescent
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Tribal Makeup
MAC's Upcoming 'Colour Craft' Line is a Must for Exotic Divas
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Statuesque Tribal Captures
The 'African Queens' Spread by Namsa Leuba Displays Clash of Cultures
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Tribal-Influenced Western Fashion
The WAD Magazine 'Cocktail' Editorial is Vibrantly Exotic
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Tribal Print Maxis
Etro's Ethnic Patterns are Multicultural Marvels for Fall 2009
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Trippy Tribal Fashion
The Gaetano Navarra Spring 2012 Line is Fit for Modern Amazon Women
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Wild Warrior Editorials
The Vogue Netherlands May 2012 Photoshoot Stars a Savage Rianne ten Haken
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Glamorized Tribal Editorials
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'Look, But Don't Touch' Shoot Stars Farah Holt
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Tribal Goddess Captures
Earth Child by Jeskaa Designs Connects with Mother Nature
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Extreme Tribal Fashiontography
Herring & Herring for D Mode Magazine
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Futuristic Tribal Shoots
The Silvia Bratanova Crystal Blood Captures are Sleek
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Psychedelic Exotic Fashion
The Camilla SS12/13 Collection is Inspired by Various Cultures
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Wild Tribal Photography
The Andrea D'Aquino Pool Mag Photo Shoot is Epically Free
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Psychedelic Feather Headdresses
The Ailin Bisi AW12 Collection is Filled with Trippy Accessories
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Super-Sized Tribal Jewelry
Maria Mastori's Oversized Accessories Are Incredible
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Serengeti-Inspired Fashion
The Bernhard Willhelm Spring/Summer 2012 is Wild and Energetic
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Urban Nigerian Fashion
The Kezia Frederick Graduate Collection is Vibrantly Layered
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Masked Tribal Portraits
Phyllis Galembo Captures the Magnificent Disguises From African Cultures
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Silly Rabbit Couture
Zayaan Majiet Combines Fashion and Nature's Innocence
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Contemporary African Catwalks
The Ana Locking Spring/Summer 2013 Collection is Culturally Chic
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Desert Diva Captures
This Coco Rococo Series Showcases Haute Hairstyles
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Tailored Tribal Ensembles
The Etototo 2011 Fall Collection Offers A Posh Native American Style
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Tribal Designer Bags
The Louis Vuitton for Edun Keepall 45 Duffel is Stunning
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Tribal Disco Editorials
Tina J Sparks a Heat Wave in Elle Singapore June 2011
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Safari Style
African Hunting Garb is the Look of Choice for Wild Fashionistas this Summer
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Outrageous Opulent Outfits
The Betty Adewole for Volt Cafe Magazine Shoot is Colorful and Bold
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Unabashedly Chromatic Couture
This Diver and Aguilar 'Colorama' Editorial is Bold and Colorful
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Futuristic Tribal Masks
Billy Kan's 'The Last Tride' Features a Modern-Day Adam & Eve
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Tribaltography
Paul Sika Exudes the Colorful and Vibrant Spirit of Africa
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DIY African Style Crews
The Smarteez Refuse to Conform to Fashion Standards
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Quirky Corporate Photography
The Men at Work Visual Tales Editorial Features Tribal Face Paint
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African Brawl Photography
Street Fight by Luca Sage is Both Powerful and Violent
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Snake-Like Fabric Jewelry
The Nadia Dafri 2012 Collection Compliments its Wearer
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Trippy African Fashion
The Emma Mulholland SS11 Collection at RAFW is Culturally Psychedelic
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War Paint Photography
'Global Tribes' Features Feathers, Headdresses & Fur
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Tribal-Patterned Ponchos
The North Face Purple Label Boasts Bright Designs for Summer Outerwear
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Vivid Tribal Pictorials
Namsa Lueba Photographs African Identity Through Western Eyes
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Psychedelically Patterned Scarves
Ponder Knitwear Draws Influence from a Native American Aesthetic
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African-Inspired Knitwear
Laduma Ngxokolo Takes Inspiration From Traditional Xhosa Bead Work
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Wildlife Fashion Editorials
‘Into the Wild' Features Union's Winter 2010 Collect
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Heritage-Inspired Bridal Collections
Katherine Tash’s Spring 2026 Line Honors Timeless Silhouettes
Ottoman-Empire-Inspired Jewelry Capsules
Azza Fahmy Unveiled its 'Tales of the Nile' Collection
Photography-Inspired Fashion Collections
COS Collaborates with Chris Perani on a Stunning Capsule
Rugged Desert-Inspired Capsules
PUMA x Ferrari Launch the Desert Sun Collection
Seventies-Inspired Apparel Collections
Kate Moss X Zara Release a Glamorous Capsule Collection
Reinterpreted Disco Era Fashion
Rastah's Volume 13: Studio 54 Collection is Stunning and Chic
Car Culture-Inspired Fashion Capsules
The Forever 21 x Ford Line Emphasizes American Heritage
Pride-Celebrating Jewelry Collections
Olaeda Partners with Jamie Pandit for a Unique Collection
Ultra-Extravagant Jewelry Capsules
Van Cleef & Arpels Debutt the Treasure Island High Jewelry Line
Lunar Festivity-Inspired Fashion Capsules
KENZO Unveils the Year of the Dragon Collection
Timeless Nature-Inspired Jewelry Capsules
Pandora Unveils its 2025 'Summer Collection'
Soccer Jersey-Inspired Fashion
Balenciaga's Soccer Series Draws Inspiration From the Sport
Stylish City-Inspired Collections
Paris and New York Inspired Dior's 2024 Collection
LNY-Inspired Jewelry Collections
Vivienne Westwood’s Lunar New Year Collection is Striking
Executive Workwear Collections
12th Tribe Partners with Corporate Natalie for Modern Office Attire
Desert-Inspired Boutique Pop-Ups
Amouage Hosted an Omani Desert Pop-Up in L.A.
Nature-Themed Jewelry Releases
Pandora's New Collection Arrives in Time for Summer
Elephant-Inspired Charitable Fashion Lines
LOVE BRAND & Co. Partners with Elephant Family USA
Effortlessly Chic Fashion Lines
EZZ STUDIOS Synthesizes Cultural Influences with Modern Design
Chic Artisanal Jewerly Ranges
Judy Carter Launches Her Eponymous Artisanal Brand — JUDE
Glam Indian Apparel
Anamika Khanna x H&M Reimagines Traditional Silhouettes for Global Consumers
Self-Love-Inspired Fashion Collections
Rastah Introduces the Chic and Eye-Catching VOLUME 11 Line
History-Inspired Apparel Collections
The Scorpion & The Frog is Denim Tears Thoughtful Collection
Indigenous-Designed Haircare Sets
Wella Professionals x Alanah Jewell Partner for Exclusive Boxes
Cowboy-Inspired Runways
Louis Vuitton FW 2024 features Heavy Cowboy Motifs
Consumption-Inspired Fashion Capsules
LOUTRE snd Dover Street Market Work on a New Capsule
France-Inspired High Jewelry Collections
Louis Vuitton Launches Awakened Hands, Awakened Minds
Artistic African Culture Chairs
The Patewo Chair Evokes the Look of Braided African Hairstyles
Offbeat Fashion Campaigns
ASOS 'Inspired By' Delivers Non-Traditional Inspiration to Style-Seekers
Western-Influenced Spring Menswear
MNML Launches Its Heritage Capsule for the Pre-Spring Season
Archaeology-Inspired Eco-Friendly Apparel
AELIS Debuts the History and High Technology Collection
Vibrant Design Collections
Ali Beletic and Her Studio Launch the Neon Primitivism Series
Chic Gemstone Jewelry Collections
Maison Birks Debuts the Dare to Dream Gemstone Collection
Inclusive Elementally Inspired Jewelry
Every Wave Features Pieces Inspired by the Essence of Water
Cultural Icon-Inspired Fashion Collections
Novitska's Vibrant Summer Collection is Eye-Catching
Textile-Inspired Hardwood Furniture
Peter Mabeo Designs the Lesire Collection of Furniture
Anime-Inspired Fashion Collections
The DGK x Afro Samurai Collection Pays Homage to Japan
Wanderlust-Inspired Sultry Swimwear
BYDEE's De Corazón Collection Readies for Coastal Getaways
Dark Football-Inspired Outwear
The 'International Collection' Features Three Exclusive Pieces
Organic Ancient Design Furniture
The Earth To People Furniture Collection is Naturally Crafted
Juxtaposing Artful Denim Capsules
Levi's and Kenzo Join Forces on a New Collection Together
Cult Film-Inspired High Fashion
Balmain Introduces the Lion King Collection of Apparel
Ultra-Intricate Nigerian Fashion Collections
Elexiay Embraces Chic Aesthetics and Intricate Design
Jazz Music-Inspired Fashion Lines
The ABAGA VELLI Mercii SS2025 Line is Playfully Stunning
Heartwarming Life-Tech Apparel
nanamica Introduces a New Collection for Spring/Summer 2025
Creative Urban Collaborative Fashion
A Day's March Joins Deadwood on a Joint Collection
Desert-Inspired Fashion Collections
Rudsak Unveils Its SS25 Collection with Earthy Minimalism
Narrative-Driven Fashion Lines
The Outlier by Willie Norris Spring/Summer 2024 Theme is ‘Escape’
Western-Inspired Jewelry Collections
Frye X Aurate Debut a Rugged but Elegant Collection
Indian Tradition-Honoring Home Decor
Nolwa Studio Introduces the Bidri Collection
Joyous Spirit-Inspired Holiday Apparel
Bydee Introduces a Look at the Beautiful Ópa collection
Tactile Summer Capsules
Canada Goose x Haider Ackermann Unveiled 'Wild Horizon'
Artful Accessory Ranges
Patricia Nash Designs' Renaissance Revival Collection References History
Jungle-Inspired Archival Fashion Collections
Forte_forte Unveils the Jungle Fever Archive Capsule
Fashion Icon Archetype-Focused Campaigns
Alaïa's Summer/Fall 2025 Archetypes Campaign is Stunning
Mesmerizing Artful Patterned Rugs
Atelier Tapis Rouge Created the Electtrico Collection of Rugs
Body Artwork-Inspired Fashion
Jean Paul Gaultier Presents the Body Tattoo Apparel Designs
Ocean-Inspired Jewelry Collections
Flaire & Co. Brings Bring Seaside Elegance with Its New Capsule
Ukrainian Folktale-Inspired Fashion Collections
FROLOV Presents the Spring 2025 Collection
Banshee-Inspired Fashion Collections
McQueen’s Spring 2025 Ad Campaign Embraces Irish Folklore
Victory-Inspired Premium Fashion
Wales Bonner Presents the Marathon Collection for SS24
Fall-Ready Explorative Fashion
Napajiri Presents the Future Heritage Capsule for FW24
Dynamic Fall-Centric Jewelry
Veneta Carter Presents a New Series of Jewelry for Fall 2023
Regionally Inspired Retail Destinations
Japan & France Converge in the Kenzo Dubai Boutique Design
Jewelry-Centric Coffee-Table Books
Solange Azagury-Partridge's Book Tells Her Dazzling Story
Iconic Vacation Itineraries
Intrepid Travel Launches Epic Vacays Inspired by Blockbuster Films
Untamed Nature-Inspired Jewelry Designs
Boucheron’s Untamed Nature High Jewelry Line is Exquisite
Chic Modern Fashion Collections
Hugo X Les Benjamins Blends Eastern and Western Fashion
Indigenous Amazonian-Inspired Furniture
Fango Designs the Ibuju Collection of Furniture
Artful Versatile Rug Collections
Nanimarquina Unveiled a Range of Rugs with Various Inspirations
Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules
A Kind of Guise Presents a Look at the SS24 Collection
Iconic LA-Inspired Jewelry
U Los Angeles Unveils LA-Inspired Jewelry with Vibrant Gemstones
Designer-Approved Mid-Century Fashion Lines
JW Anderson and Uniqlo Embrace Mid-Century Aesthetics
African-Inspired Holiday Hair Sets
Oribe Partners with Thandiwe Muriu for a Vibrant Collection
African Culture-Honoring Chair Designs
Jomo Tariku Designs the Dynamic Kungdung Pembe Chair
Playfully Patterned Adventurewear
TNF x Yinka Ilori Inspires Optimism No Matter the Weather
Expansive Motion-Inspired Furniture Series
Eskayel's Forma Textile Series Explores Linear Shapes
Colorful Boldly Patterned Jackets
Yinka Ilori Designs a Clothing Capsule for The North Face
Middle Eastern-Inspired Home Collections
Also Sophia Launches Ramadan and Eid Collections
Handcrafted Jewelry Brands
Pretty Weird Embraces Unconventional Materials with Nostalgic Themes
Mineral-Inspired Furniture Capsules
Zachary A. Embraces Subtle Minimalism with Renegade Neutrals
Outerwear-Centric Fall Fashion
Bene Culture Presents its Latest Collection for the Season
Mineral-Exploring Modern Decor Capsules
Sten Studio Presents the Cosmic Relics Collection
Statement Jewelry Collaborations
Jessel Taank's 'Cleopatra' Jewelry Collection is Empowering
One-of-One Fashion Capsules
AELIZA's New Collection is Made to Celebrate Individuality
Women-Themed Fashion Campaigns
Donna Karan New York Launches the Reflections on Women Campaign
Region-Inspired Collections
Brunello Cucinelli Debuts Abaya Capsule Collection in Dubai
African Heritage-Inspired Fashion Brands
D’IYANU Draws Inspiration from Nigerian Traditions
Terracotta-Highlighting Artful Exhibitions
Sam Baron Curates the Nossa Terra Exhibitino
Chunky Patterned Sneaker Models
Clints Introduces the Oasis Wild-Cats Sneaker Model
British Sartorial Heritage-Inspired Collections
Vivienne Westwood Presents Its Fall 2025 Line
Elegant Global Travel Publications
Agape Destinations Guides Readers Through Elegant Global Travel
Nigerian-Inspired Handbags
LarAllan Exalts the Lives of Women Through Narrative Design
Asian-Owned Fashion Brands
Dana Bandi Debuted Its Second Fashion Collection Recently
Traditional Emirati Design Collections
Loreta Bilinskaite-Monie Designs the Tirhal Collection
Jamaican Folklore-Inspired Fall Fashion
Nicholas Daley Unveils the Anasi Rhythm Capsule for FW24
Cross-Cultural Footwear Designs
The Tod’s x Rahul Mishra Collection is Chic and Nature-Inspired
Ireland-Inspired Fall Streetwear
Robyn Lynch Presents Her New Collection Made for the FW23 Season
Linen-Bland Earthy Fabric Collections
Designs of the Time Introduces the Ausarta Fabric Collection
Timeless Fashion Collections
ORGANICJOHNPATRICK Presents a New Range of Pieces for the Season
Artful Holiday Ceramics
Gunia Project's Holiday Collection Boasts Ukrainian Artistry
Museum-Inspired Tech Accessories
CASETiFY's Ancient Korean Designs for Devices are Elegant
Western-Inspired Contemporary Streetwear Lines
100 Thieves Presents the Deadeye Collection
Authentic Fashion House Campaigns
Gucci's Spring/Summer 2024 Collection Celebrates Real Women
Reprised Fall Apparel Capsules
SHEIN Reimagines Autumnal Fashion Looks with Western Motifs
Sandalwood-Inspired Ceramic Collections
Gina DeSantis Ceramics Debuts the Sandalwood Collection
Palaeolithic Art-Inspired Collections
Taras Yoom Unveils a New Capsule Dubbed Echoes of Time
Elegant Love-Inspired Outwear
RUDSAK Debuts the Expedition for Love FW'23 Collection
Island Print Capsules
Lisou's Spice Island Collection Captures the Essence of Zanzibar
Playful Designer-Made Objects
Yinka Ilori Objects Launches the Ojukokoro Collection
Archive-Inspired Retro Luxe Fashion
Jean Paul Gautier PResents the TATTOO Collection
Vibrantly Abstract Rug Collections
Atelier Tapis Rouge Presents the Abstraction Collection
Experimental Ancestral Lighting Designs
Colony Presents New Lighting Designs by Kawabi
Vibrant Collaborative Geometric Fashion
ROKSANDA and Barbour International Launch a Collection
Tribal Art-Inspired Bracelets
Filippo Mambretti Designs the Bharata Beacelet for Bijouets
Temple-Inspired Striking Galleries
Abin Design Studio Designs a Gallery with Temple Themes
Uniquely Designed Artistic Wallpapers
Mitchell Black & Blessed Little Bungalow Debut a New Capsule
Culturally Influenced Residential Spas
Diébédo Francis Kéré Nods to Tradition for a Swiss Chalet
Identity-Exploring Artful Designs
MAIII Collective Presents Fragments in Stockholm
Globally Inspired Fragrance Collections
TUMI Has Unveiled the TUMI Experience Collector
Festive Eco-Friendly Apparel
EarthyTweens Offers Up a New Clothing Capsule for the Holidays
Aegean Architecture-Inspired Home Designs
Studio Kali Designs the Arkhe Collection of Furniture
Australian Linen Garment Capsules
Nomad The Label Introduces the Beauvoir Collection for Summer
Americana-Inspired Spring Fashion
Woolrich Presents Origin Stories: Americana for SS24
Countryside-Inspired Natural Textile Capsules
LILYSILK Unveils its 'Rustic Retreat' Collection
Mindful Copper Furniture
Nifemi Marcus-Bellow Explores Exploitation with Whispers of a Trail
Animal-Themed Streetwear Styles
Come Tees Works with Cactus Plant Flea Market on a New Capsule
Gathering-Encouraged Playful Poufs
Kusheda Mensah Designs the Palma Pouf for Hem
Middle Eastern-Inspired Fall Fashion
Universal Works Presents the ACT II Collection for FW23
Empowering Lambani-Designed Accessories
Banjara Kasuti Introduces the New Lambani Looms Collection
Horizon-Inspired Fashion Capsules
Côte&ciel's Fall/winter 2024 Celebrates Emilie Arnault's Vision
Silky Camouflage-Design Capsules
Lisou's 'Empire Collection' Celebrates African Heritage
Mumbai-Inspired Eyewear Collections
The Vivienne Westwood Sun 2024 Eyewear Collection is Chic
Natural Material-Transformed Artworks
Borrowed Earth Collaborative Uses Natural Materials for Art
Athlete-Joined High Fashion Capsules
Dior and Lewis Hamilton Explores Afrofuturism Themes
Tropical Modernism Stage Designs
A Team of Designers Form a South Asian Stage at Glastonbury
Russian Art Deco-Inspired Decor
AÈDE Studios Introduces the Artful Racines Collection
Designer Holiday Homeware
Anthropologie Unveils the New Collection with Catherine Martin
Math-Inspired Colorful Rugs
GAN Presents the Weave Collection Designed by Helena Rohner