Inspired by the premanfoɔ — Asante women celebrated for their confidence, taste, and quiet dominance — the Preman Dress channels that same spirit of unapologetic power. Its daring low back and fluid silhouette invite a balance of sensuality and strength, designed for women who turn appearance into influence.

• Free size, fits S to 3XL. Ties at the neck
• Elegant low back with a fluid, flattering drape
• Side pockets for comfort and function
• Length 31 inches (79cm)
• Back dip 16 inches (40cm)
  
• Model 1 is 5'6 (1m65) and usually wears S / UK8 / US10
• Model 2 is 5'7 (1m72) and usually wears 2XL/ UK18 / US14 

Dry clean, air dry or hand wash.

Origin & history: Baoulé textiles come from the Baulé (Akan) people of Côte d’Ivoire, with historical ties to broader Akan strip-weaving traditions dating to the Ashanti sphere from the 16th century. Historically worn for ceremonies and traded regionally, Baulé cloth features precise, complex patterns created from narrow woven strips stitched together.

Technique & look: strip-weaving on narrow looms (bands ~4–8 in / 10–20 cm wide) later hand-sewn into larger cloths; warp-faced layouts produce crisp geometrics and color-blocking, sometimes with supplementary patterning; typically softer drape than Korhogo, with chromatic variety from indigo to warm earth tones.

How we source: we work with a weaving community in/around Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire. We established the relationship in person and continue to order directly; cloth is delivered in person or via bus to Ghana.

All our fabrics are treated to resist dye and keep their natural tones 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.