Statement Cowrie bib necklace.
Historically cowries have deep cultural significance in many West African societies but has now evolved as a fashion styling accessory. The bib statement necklace is a stunning statement piece that can be styled in numerous ways to elevate your look. The sculptured silhouette with it exquisite layered cowrie shells looks luxurious as a finishing piece and immediately makes impact. It looks gorgeous again solid colour attire, taking a simple piece to another level of effortless style. This would also look fabulous when styled with Ankara, kente inspired pieces or mud cloth to give that cultural look. Style with a simple tee and jeans or pants. The possibilities are endless.
Handmade in Burkina Faso, West Africa
We hope the information in this guide will make ordering easier.
Where the cut is loose from the waist or hip down, the bust and/or waist measurement is the most important fit. Where the clothing has shirring, the stretch allows for flexibility in the sizing and these items generally have dual sizing.
WOMEN'S SIZING
Dual Sizing:
| UK | EURO | US | AUS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 4/6 | 32/34 | 1/2 | 8/10 |
| S | 8/10 | 36/38 | 4/6 | 12/14 |
| M | 12/14 | 40/42 | 8/10 | 16/18 |
| L | 16/18 | 44/46 | 12/14 | 20/22 |
Single Sizing and Measurements:
| UK | EURO | US | AUS | Bust inches | Bust cms | Waist inches | Waist cms | Hips inches | Hips cms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 34 | 2 | 8 | 32 | 80.5 | 25.5 | 65 | 34.5 | 87.5 |
| 8 | 36 | 4 | 10 | 33 | 83 | 26.5 | 67.5 | 36 | 91.5 |
| 10 | 38 | 6 | 12 | 35 | 88 | 28 | 71 | 37.5 | 95 |
| 12 | 40 | 8 | 14 | 37 | 93 | 30 | 74 | 39 | 99 |
| 14 | 42 | 10 | 16 | 39 | 98 | 31 | 79 | 41.5 | 105.5 |
| 16 | 44 | 12 | 18 | 41 | 103 | 33 | 84 | 43.5 | 110.5 |