Tayiba White Mayafi

Name: Tayiba White Mayafi
Brand: Sonjiki
SKU: SNJ-tayiba-white-mayafi
Price: 28.69 GBP
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A soft white Chiffon Mayafi in maxi style, delicately embroidered with tonal white thread and the subtlest touches of metallic gold. Scalloped edges on all four sides create a clean, graceful finish.

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Description

Tayiba White Mayafi – Maxi Chiffon Veil with Subtle White and Gold Embroidery
Maxi | White | Embroidered Chiffon

The Mayafi remains a beloved veil across West African communities, where it carries beauty, reverence, and meaning. Known as Mayafi (Hausa), Kala Ibadou (Wolof), and Iburon (Yoruba), it is often gifted during key life events and worn to honour both tradition and personal style.

The Tayiba White Mayafi is crafted from white Chiffon and adorned with soft tonal white embroidery, accented by the faintest shimmer of gold. .

This understated design suits both ceremonial and reflective settings. It is a thoughtful gift for a bride, mother, or woman marking a sacred milestone.

Part of Sonjiki’s With You Always Mayafi Collection.

Style Notes

Fabric: Lightweight Chiffon with a soft, breathable drape
Embellishment: Tonal white embroidery with ultra-subtle gold accents
Borders: Scalloped embroidery on all four sides
Size: Maxi (approx. 240cm x 110cm)
Styling: Can be worn as a veil, duku (headwrap), or shawl
Context: Often reserved for married women and gifted during special life events across West African cultures

Care Instructions
Hand wash gently in cold water and lay flat to dry to preserve embroidery and shape.

Please note: Colours may vary slightly due to screen settings and lighting.