Zimbabalooba

Zimbabalooba, hand-printed clothing made with African cotton

Zimbabalooba is a family business that has been hand-dyeing and printing cotton to turn it into clothing for over thirty years. The company was established in 1989 and works exclusively with natural fibres: pure fair trade cotton from Zimbabwe, with no synthetic materials. Its Afro-funk inspired designs are printed in vivid colours and drawn by hand, so that each print tells a story or conveys a feeling.

Garments and accessories in the catalogue

The brand's catalogue includes trousers, dungarees, shirts, shorts, caps, sun hats and money belts. Standout products include the trousers known as Verts or Zimbabs, described as comfortable and with deep pockets, and the flip-able caps that complete the look. The company also accepts custom orders.

Materials and production process

All garments are made from African cotton dyed and printed with eco-friendly dyes. The designs are hand drawn and printed onto fabric, resulting in pieces with intense colours and original patterns. The company presents itself as a champion of sustainable living and slow fashion, and states that it has maintained this approach since its beginnings.

Shipping and orders

The company ships worldwide via Royal Mail with tracking. Within the United Kingdom, the stated delivery time is 48 hours. The website offers a contact form and an email address for enquiries, and includes a size guide and a custom orders section.

Customer reviews

On the Trustpilot platform, a customer who has owned more than ten pairs of trousers and shorts over the years highlights the quality of the cotton, the good fit and the durability of the garments, as well as the appeal of their colourful designs. The same review praises the personal nature of the business, noting that the photographs and blog updates from the founder, Johnny, convey warmth, and that enquiries are answered quickly and kindly.

Location and contact

69 Dawlish Road, Flat 2, Redcliffe, TQ14 8TQ · Phone: +27 82 0701486 · Email: johnny@zimbabalooba.co.uk