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  • Neutral-toned living room with beige sofa, brown and cream pillows. African wall art on the wall including an abstract portrait and wooden carvings on walls, evoking a warm, artistic ambiance.
    Art & Craftsmanship

    7 African Wall Art Styles You’ll Fall in Love With

    September 7, 2025

    Boring walls? African wall art slaps them awake — baskets, masks, paintings, textiles, and more. Discover 7 options you’ll love showing off.

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  • A collage of three cozy interior settings with African print textiles used as decor. Left: A bed with white and brown patterned bedding and pillows. Center: A dining table with an orange floral runner and a vase of greenery. Right: A beige sofa with colorful cushions next to a floor lamp.
    Home Decor

    How to Use African Print Textiles for an Exciting Home

    August 31, 2025

    African print textiles turn corners into showstoppers, making even an ordinary sofa, bench, or table runner unapologetically main character.

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  • Cozy creative interior: living room with orange walls and a large L-shaped sofa accented by patterned cushions. A vibrant landscape painting and lush plants enhance warmth.
    Interior Design

    Designing a Creative Interior in 7 Fun Ways

    August 24, 2025

    Want a creative interior that feels personal and unforgettable? Here are 7 playful ideas to spark your space into life with style and soul.

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  • A row of ornate, African bronze bangles with intricate patterns displayed on a wooden cabinet under a framed abstract art piece in a modern, elegant room.
    Art & Craftsmanship

    Old Bronze Bangles: A Stunning African Craft For Chic Homes

    August 18, 2025

    African bronze bangles once paid dowries and cattle. Today, they shine as chic icons and soulful decor. Ancient wealth, modern accents.

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  • A bright and aesthetically pleasing African living room scene showcasing a simple living room wall design with an eye-catching piece of artwork and a decor shelf.
    Home Decor

    Simple Living Room Wall Design | 12 Ideas You’ll Love

    August 10, 2025

    Simple living room wall design ideas that are chic, fun, and low-effort—because your walls deserve style without the overthinking.

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  • Three contemporary African dining room examples with wooden tables and chairs. Each room features unique artwork, pendant lighting, and subtle plant decor, creating an elegant ambiance.
    Interior Design

    3 Contemporary African Dining Room Styles to Steal Right Now

    August 3, 2025

    Boring dining room? Not here. Pull up a chair — here’s my take on a contemporary African dining room done earthy, bold, or calm.

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  • A modern living room scene features a deep red velvet sofa and two tan-colored armchairs with black frames, flanking a pair of dark, intricately carved Bamileke stools used as coffee tables, all set on a cream-colored rug, with two framed abstract art pieces hang above the sofa.
    Art & Craftsmanship

    The Powerful Bamileke Stool: Cameroon’s Spirit In Style

    July 27, 2025

    Not just a seat, and never just a side table — the powerful Bamileke Stool keeps Cameroon’s royal spirit alive in any corner of your home.

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  • Three-panel image showcasing unique home accents; a black and white mudcloth throw draped over a chair, a tiered bohemian chandelier, and a living room with a patterned ottoman in front of a fireplace.
    Home Decor

    15 Unique Home Accents to Give Your Space an Edge

    July 20, 2025

    Unique home accents: little rebels that refuse to blend in — because your walls and corners deserve a little mischief. Let them misbehave in the best way.

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  • Elegant display of Moroccan interior design with white sofas, patterned pillows, and a central Persian rug, all set against warm, terracotta walls and archways.
    Interior Design

    Moroccan Interior Design Secrets: Beauty in the Details

    July 13, 2025

    Arches, tilework, and rugs with attitude — Moroccan interior design is anything but shy. Get inspired by its beautiful details.

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  • Artwork by famous African painters displayed in a contemporary living room. A large painting featuring figures in colorful dresses hangs above a white sectional sofa, creating a focal point in the elegantly designed space.
    Art & Craftsmanship

    17 Famous African Painters Who Redefined the Art World

    July 6, 2025

    Meet 17 famous African painters who changed the art world with powerful ideas, unique styles, and fresh ways of seeing the continent.

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Meet Aïcha

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Hi, I’m Aïcha — Senegal-born and decor-obsessed. Through OKANLY, I spotlight beautiful African design and craftsmanship. May it inspire your space.

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  • 7 African Wall Art Styles You’ll Fall in Love With
  • How to Use African Print Textiles for an Exciting Home
  • Designing a Creative Interior in 7 Fun Ways
  • Old Bronze Bangles: A Stunning African Craft For Chic Homes
  • Simple Living Room Wall Design | 12 Ideas You’ll Love

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