Inspired by the Zulu descendants of South Africa, this new design features the distinctive patterns and geometric style of Ndebele tribe regalia. Full color yellow, pink and green add a warm pop of style to your accessory collection. Pair them with a casual, sporty, or business formal outfit – these socks will compliment any ensemble with an artistic touch. Afropop Socks are a fun and stylish way for people from all backgrounds to enjoy unique African fashion.

Sizing:

Small / Medium (shoe size):

USA (M) 5-8 / USA (F) 6.5-9 / UK 5-8 / EUR 37-40

Large / XL (shoe size):

USA (M) 8.5-12 / USA (F) 9.5-13 / UK 8-11 / EUR 41-45

Product Details:

Made in Turkey

Care Instructions: Hand wash or Gentle Cycle

Material: 75% Cotton – Combed Cotton Blend (Soft & Durable)

About the designers:

Launched in 2020 in London, AFROPOP SOCKS is an authentic and expressive company that brings together the worlds of fashion, tradition, and storytelling. Our product line is a tribute to African art, with each pair of socks featuring distinctive patterns and motifs that are not only fashionable but also represent the wide ranging cultural tapestry of Africa. As a brand, we strive to offer a fun and accessible way for people of ALL BACKGROUNDS to experience African pop culture. Our socks serve as wearable art, complimenting one's personal style as well as inviting conversation about diversity and the rising popularity of contemporary African culture. We’re a London brand made up of designers of African heritage.

About Ndebele:

“The Ndebele, Zimbabwe’s second-largest ethnic group, live mostly in the southwestern parts of the country—especially in Matabeleland. They speak IsiNdebele, a language related to Zulu. Their ancestors migrated from South Africa in the 19th century under the leadership of King Mzilikazi, a former general of Shaka Zulu” (Taken from Shona and Ndebele People – Culture, History & Traditions of Zimbabwe).

“The Ndebele people are an ethnic group located primarily in southern Africa, particularly in Zimbabwe and parts of South Africa. Their history is deeply intertwined with the broader narrative of colonization in the region, notably during the late 18th and 19th centuries when European settlers sought control over valuable resources. The Ndebele kingdom was established under the leadership of Mzilikazi, who migrated from Zululand, and faced significant challenges due to European expansion and internal conflicts with other ethnic groups, particularly during the rise of the Zulu kingdom.” (Taken from Ndebele People | Research Starters | EBSCO Research).

“Ndebele culture is proud, structured, and expressive. They are known for strong military organization, vibrant beadwork, and colorful homesteads. Ndebele women decorate their homes with geometric wall paintings. Their beaded necklaces, bracelets, and aprons are symbols of status and identity.” (Taken from Shona and Ndebele People – Culture, History & Traditions of Zimbabwe).

Current issues for Ndebele people in Matabeleland include ethnic discrimination (by larger ethnic groups) and interethnic competition for employment and political representation (source: Ndebele in Zimbabwe - Minority Rights Group).