“Nsoromma”, meaning child of the heavens in Twi, embodies light, promise, and divine guidance. This unisex vest captures that celestial energy through structured simplicity and effortless style.

Crafted from handwoven fugu, each piece carries the character and texture of Northern Ghana’s rich weaving traditions. Designed for versatility, it can be worn on its own or layered over a long-sleeve shirt for an elevated, timeless look.

• Available in multiple sizes. Model is wearing a size M
• Material: 100% handwoven cotton fugu
• Handcrafted in Ghana

Care: Dry clean or gentle hand/machine wash

Wash at 30° / hand wash, iron on low heat.

Origin & history: Fugu (also called batakari for the sewn smock garment) refers to strip-woven cloth from Northern Ghana (notably among Dagomba, Mamprusi, Gonja, and other groups). Traditions recount influence from the Mossi/Moshie of Ouagadougou. Historically, smocks carried social and protective associations and, in some accounts, were worn in warfare or ritual contexts.

Technique & look: plain/warp-faced strip weaving on double-heddle narrow looms; sturdy cotton (sometimes with indigo) produces hard-wearing strips that are stitched and later tailored into the iconic smock silhouette. Patterns range from minimalist stripe layouts to richly banded indigo/undyed schemes. 

How we source: we source fugu from the Upper West Region of Ghana and have worked with the same trusted weaver since 2018, ensuring continuity and quality.

All our fabrics are treated to resist dye and stay true to their colours for years. 

DHL express: order is shipped within 8 days of ordering and arrives in 2 to 4 days globally.

Customs fees may apply depending on location.

Returns: orders can be returned within 3 days of reception. Check our full Return policy here.

Threaded Tribes is plastic free and committed to a full re-use of scraps.

This outfit was hand crafted in our Accra workshop using local fabrics with careful water usage and waste management.