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Ngondo kaba

The kaba of the great Sawa festivals: flowing, light and proud

A loose, light kaba from neck to ankle, with ruffles at the neckline and hem. The outfit of the great Sawa festivals.

FCFA 29,000From FCFA 29,000 to FCFA 51,000 depending on the fabric, tailoring included

Ngondo festival
Sunday service
Traditional marriage (dot)
Family gatherings
International Women's Day
Year-end celebrations

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Design your outfit: one fabric for the body, another for the collar, the sleeves or the pocket. Tap a part of the drawing.

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Model measurements

Bust100 cmWaist72 cmHips116 cm

Preview only: your saved measurements are the ones used for the order.

1. Pick the part to dress

2. Pick the fabric — Main fabric

Orange floral waxFCFA 3,500 per metreFCFA 29,000Green leaf waxFCFA 3,800 per metreFCFA 30,200Blue geometric waxFCFA 4,000 per metreFCFA 31,000Gold and green kenteFCFA 9,000 per metreFCFA 51,000

Tailoring: FCFA 15,000
Fabric (4 m) · Orange floral wax: FCFA 14,000
Total: FCFA 29,000

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About this design

The kaba is the signature dress of Sawa women, and Ngondo, the annual festival of the Sawa peoples on the banks of the Wouri, is one of the moments it shines brightest. Our Ngondo kaba falls loose and light from neck to ankle, with ruffles at the neckline and hem. The collar, sleeves and border can play with a second fabric.

Loose doesn't mean anything goes. A kaba that's too long trips you up, too narrow at the shoulders it pulls, and a misplaced neckline spoils the ruffles. Made to your measurements by a Douala tailor, it flows freely while staying in place. The KOUTIVA team checks the ruffles and finish before delivery, so it arrives ready for the celebration.

Styling tips

Tie a headwrap in the same wax for a polished, traditional look.
Choose ruffles in a contrasting fabric to bring the neckline and hem to life.
Let it flow freely, without a belt: that's the spirit of the kaba.
For a family or women's group, order several kabas in the same fabric.

Choosing your fabric

Orange floral wax, Blue geometric wax and Green leaf wax are perfect for Ngondo, church and family gatherings. Save Gold and green kente for a traditional marriage or a big reception, or use it for the ruffles on a wax kaba.