The colourful Shweshwe fabric of Southern Africa served as the soulful inspiration behind this vibrant and storied throw. Named after the 19th-century Sotho King, Moshoeshoe I, Shweshwe has stood the test of time to become the quintessential fabric of Southern African identity. Deeply rooted in tradition, this cloth was originally worn by newly married Xhosa women, known as makoti, as well as married Sotho women to signify their new roles and heritage. Today, that legacy has evolved; the fabric has become a multicultural and Pan-African symbol of beauty, with its intricate patterns and designs featured in everything from traditional…