I can't believe I've never reviewed this store. It is a gold mine filled to the brim with African attire and Ankara fabric. It is a must shop at store located on west 95th Street in the Beverly neighborhood of Chicago.
Djenne Collection
1759 West 95th Street
Chicago, IL 60643
The store is huge, or it appears to be huge. At the front of the shop are accessories, jewelry, skin care, and all kinds of scents for the home. Clothing is throughout to the rafters, literally. In the middle of the store is Ankara fabric heaven. At the back of the store, there are tailors and seamstresses. You rarely see them. But every once in a while, someone will emerge from the back of the shop.
I have shopped there numerous times. In the passed, I've had clients who wanted an African styled garment for Black History month. Most recently, Calumet Middle School, has commissioned stoles made of Kente clothe. For one of my recent projects, I wanted to use Ankara fabric for it. Djenne is the place to go!
The staff is always courteous and helpful. You are greeted with a smile and a helpful attitude. Great place to shop. I only wish there were more ma and pa shops like this around town.
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| This is one of my favorite things in the store, a symbol chart. |
As you can see, I took lots of pictures at my last visit, in February, to give you an idea of what the store looks like.
Happy shopping!
Cennetta
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