Description
THE STORY
Sankofa is an Akan word from Ghana usually translated as “go back and get it.” It’s often drawn as a bird looking backward while carrying an egg, the past carried forward as a seed. Adinkra symbols like it have been printed on cloth in Ghana for centuries, each one a full proverb in a single shape.
The design takes that idea into space. Memory becomes a galaxy, ancestry becomes DNA, and the title says the rest: what you remember is powerful, and some people would rather you forget.
The Southern California connection
LEIMERT PARK
This top was made for a Sunday in Leimert Park. Drums in the plaza, poets at the World Stage, vendors with incense and books, elders who remember everything. It’s the closest thing LA has to a living archive. See more in our guide to urban wear in Los Angeles.
| Where | Why it hits |
|---|---|
| Juneteenth in Leimert Park | Ancestral memory, celebrated in public |
| Ocean Beach sunset drum circle | Cosmic energy, coastal sunset. See urban wear in San Diego |
| Santa Ana Art Walk & Noche de Altares | Honoring ancestors in a gallery crowd. See urban street apparel in Orange County |
| Coachella weekends | Festival-ready and full of meaning. See urban wear in the Inland Empire |
How to wear it
- Festival: with high-waisted denim shorts and gold jewelry.
- Art walk: with wide-leg trousers and an open kimono or light jacket.
- Night out: with a high-waisted skirt or black jeans and statement earrings.
Fabric and care
A cropped cotton cut that sits right at the waist. Wash inside out in cold water and hang dry so the galaxy stays vivid.
Frequently asked questions
What does Sankofa mean?
Sankofa is an Akan word from Ghana meaning “go back and get it.” It’s the idea that the past is a tool for building the future.
What are Adinkra symbols?
Visual symbols from Ghana, each representing a proverb or idea. They’re traditionally printed on cloth.
How does the crop top fit?
It’s a women’s cropped cut in XS through XL. Choose your usual size for a fitted look, or size up for a looser fit.
How do I contact customer support?
Email info@infinitelifelived.com for help with sizing, orders or returns.
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
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