What Is Vlisco?
The Vlisco Group designs, produces and distributes fashion fabrics, especially of the African wax print style, for the West and Central African market and African consumers in global metropolitan cities. Founded in Helmond, The Netherlands, in 1846, the Vlisco Group and their fabrics have grown into an essential part of African culture, receiving widespread attention from the art, design and fashion worlds. Vlisco Group’s brand portfolio consists of four brands: Vlisco, Woodin, Uniwax and GTP. The company’s head office, as well as the design and production facilities for the Vlisco brand, are located in Helmond. For the other brands these facilities are based in Ghana and Ivory Coast.
What Is Vlisco Fabric Made Of?
Super-wax is made from a densely woven, fine and luxurious cotton fabric. It always features a two-coloured and unique crackling effect. The crackling is caused by the wax-based batik technique, which gives each super wax print its uniqueness.
Types Of Vlisco Fabric?
Vlisco fabrics now come in various bold forms, including: Vlisco Exclusive Super-Wax, Vlisco Java, Vlisco Super Wax, Vlisco Wax Hollandais and Voila for you by Vlisco. All of these fabrics are available to buy worldwide on Empire Textiles in 6 yard or 5.4m sizes.
What Is Special About Vlisco?
The special thing about the Vlisco fabrics we stock is that each design is exclusively produced in short runs, meaning that you could be buying a unique design that no one else will have! This is completely in keeping with the symbolism of Vlisco fabrics, meaning that everyone can express their own personality through their clothing.
How Do I Know If My Vlisco Is Original?
5 steps to identify authentic Vlisco Super-wax
- The iconic super-wax label. This special green and gold label on the fabric should state: ‘GUARANTEED REAL DUTCH SUPER-WAX BLOCK PRINTS – PRINTED IN HOLLAND’.
- The sun.
- The selvedge.
- The design number.
- Holospot or QR-code.
Vlisco Prices In Ghana:
Vlisco. Dutch Wax
GH₵ 350.00
Vlisco Holland Print
GH₵ 300.00
Vlisco Super Wax
GH₵ 320.00
Vlisco Holland Wax
GH₵ 200.00
Vlisco Wax Prints
GH₵ 190.00
Vlisco Hollandais
GH₵ 500.00