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African Ethnic Jewelry and Wax Print Fabrics
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African Ethnic Jewelry and Wax Print Fabrics

African jewelry in wax print fabrics by Namaya, available at Place des Bijoux, pays a vibrant tribute to African craftsmanship.

Aurelia

21 October 2025

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Orzyla has laid its hands on an iconic collection from Place des Bijoux — and you are going to love it. The collection of African wax fabric jewelry by Namaya, available at Place des Bijoux, pays a vibrant tribute to African craftsmanship. Each creation is meticulously handcrafted by Senegalese artisans, the heirs to a savoir-faire passed down from generation to generation.

“A piece of jewelry is much more than an accessory: it is a piece of history, a heritage to wear.”

Orzyla has laid its hands on an iconic collection from Place des Bijoux — and you are going to love it.

The collection of African jewelry in wax fabrics by Namaya, available on the official website Place des Bijoux, pays a vibrant tribute to African craftsmanship.

Each creation is meticulously handcrafted by Senegalese artisans, heirs to a savoir-faire passed down from generation to generation. These ethnic necklaces and women's African jewelry gracefully blend modernity and authenticity, transforming every look into a true style statement.

Choosing wax fabric jewelry as the primary material gives each piece a strong and immediately recognizable identity. The shimmering patterns and colors tell a cultural and symbolic story deeply rooted in African traditions.

African craftsmanship at the heart of Namaya

Each fabric necklace from the Namaya collection is handcrafted in the workshops of Dakar. The creation highlights the precision of movement and attention to detail. The bib necklace, often delicately draped, offers a lightweight yet structured women's ethnic jewelry piece, adjustable at the base of the neck using a tie cord.

Wearing a Namaya women's African necklace means becoming the ambassador of a living cultural heritage. Each piece reflects the technical mastery and love for detail passed down by Senegalese artisans.

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The Namaya necklaces

Wax fabric: a material rich in symbols

Wax fabric, used for all the ethnic necklaces in the collection, is 100% cotton and renowned for its intense colors and vibrant patterns. Originating from a Dutch wax printing process, it has been adopted and reinterpreted by West African artisans, becoming an emblem of contemporary African culture.

Each wax women's African jewelry piece thus tells a story: the vibrancy of the colors, the geometric or floral patterns, and the quality of the cotton make each fabric necklace a unique accessory. Wax fabric jewelry transcends simple decoration to become a statement of personality and style.

Jewelry to enhance every outfit

The Namaya collection is designed for those who want to add a touch of sophistication to their everyday life. The Adama women's African necklace, for example, is a statement women's ethnic jewelry piece, capable of instantly transforming a sober look into a daring outfit.

Worn over a fluid shirt, a plain dress, or a simple collar, the fabric necklace becomes a strong stylistic accent. Paired with solid colors, it highlights the personality and boldness of the wearer. The Namaya ethnic necklaces are designed for accessible everyday elegance while remaining exceptional pieces.

Signature Namaya models

Place des Bijoux offers a variety of women's models, each telling its own story:

  • Adama fabric necklace: a delicately draped bib necklace, perfect for a chic and modern style.
  • Awa fabric necklace: a colorful women's ethnic jewelry piece that catches the eye, ideal for enhancing understated outfits.
  • Daba fabric necklace: a women's African necklace with fluid lines and a structured design, reflecting artisanal craftsmanship.
  • Mariama fabric necklace: composed of multiple rows of cords covered in wax fabric, it brings elegant volume and unique boldness.


Each piece is an example of how wax fabric jewelry can combine culture, modernity, and contemporary style.

With its multicolors palette, the women's African necklace Khadi illuminates your silhouette and reveals your creative energy. It draws the eye with its bold hues and soft textures. Inspired by traditional African jewelry, this chic ethnic necklace offers you a unique accessory, full of vitality and tribal elegance, to be worn as a style signature.

How to wear the African necklace?

The Namaya ethnic necklaces can be integrated into any wardrobe

  • With solid-colored outfits: the necklace becomes the central piece, highlighting the patterns and color of the wax fabric.
  • Layered: with minimalist bracelets or rings for a modern and sophisticated effect.
  • For special occasions: the draped bib of a women's African jewelry piece can enhance a dress or fluid shirt during festive or cultural events.
  • Everyday: a simple jeans and T-shirt can be transformed into a chic and assertive look thanks to a colorful fabric necklace.
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African necklaces at our partner Place des Bijoux

With their vibrant colors and silky textures, women's African necklaces enhance your allure and express your creativity. Inspired by traditional African jewelry, these chic and modern ethnic necklaces combine energy, authenticity, and elegance to assert a unique and radiant style.
This versatility makes Namaya women's ethnic jewelry an essential ally for any contemporary and daring wardrobe.

A cultural heritage to wear

Beyond aesthetics, these women's African jewelry pieces carry history. Every pattern, every color of the wax fabric, every fold of the bib reflects a heritage passed down from generation to generation. By choosing a Namaya women's African necklace, you are not just wearing a piece of jewelry: you become the ambassador of a culture, a savoir-faire, and a timeless style.

The Namaya collection by Place des Bijoux perfectly illustrates how African craftsmanship can reinvent itself for contemporary fashion. These African necklaces and wax fabric ethnic jewelry pieces are the perfect marriage of tradition, elegance, and boldness. Each piece tells a story, celebrates African culture, and allows those who wear them to assert their style with distinction.

Wearing a Namaya women's African jewelry piece means choosing an accessory with meaning, color, and character — a true heritage to display with pride.
And as the holiday season approaches, these creations also reveal themselves as wonderful gift ideas: authentic, elegant, and soulful.

Orzyla celebrates jewelry that tells a story — between art, fashion, and emotion.

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Aurelia

Aurelia founded Orzyla, a magazine devoted to jewellery and accessories.

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