Best African Dress Shops in Philadelphia, PA

Updated September 2026 · 10 businesses · Philadelphia guide

Looking for African Dress Shops in Philadelphia? Below you'll find 10 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.

What they do: Boutiques selling African prints, Ankara and kente fabrics, dashikis and custom tailoring for weddings and special occasions.

This guide lists 10 African Dress Shops in and around Philadelphia, spread across 9 ZIP codes. 10 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 7 link to their own website, 9 are open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.

Top 10 African Dress Shops in Philadelphia

Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.

DE' VILLAGE

1 DE' VILLAGE

Open weekendsZIP 19107
Opening hours
Mon10 AM-6 PM
Tue10 AM-6 PM
Wed10 AM-6 PM
Thu10 AM-6 PM
Fri10 AM-6 PM
Sat10 AM-6 PM
Sun10 AM-6 PM

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African Expressions

2 African Expressions

Open weekendsZIP 19139
Opening hours
Mon10 AM-6 PM
Tue10 AM-6 PM
Wed10 AM-6 PM
Thu10 AM-6 PM
Fri10 AM-6 PM
Sat10 AM-6 PM
SunClosed

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CeCe Fashion Boutique

3 CeCe Fashion Boutique

ZIP 19102

CeCe's core mission is to provide a relaxing shopping experience to our customers and a welcome relief from the day to day travails of work. To fulfill that mission, since 2005, CeCe Fashion Boutique has been offering easy access to the latest trends and styles in the heart of Philadelphia.

Opening hours
Mon8:30 AM-5 PM
Tue8:30 AM-5 PM
Wed8:30 AM-5 PM
Thu8:30 AM-5 PM
Fri8:30 AM-5 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Love & Liberty Lifestyle Boutique

4 Love & Liberty Lifestyle Boutique

Open weekendsZIP 19123
Opening hours
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
Thu12-7 PM
Fri12-7 PM
Sat12-7 PM
Sun12-5 PM

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FOLA AFRIQUE BOUTIQUE

5 FOLA AFRIQUE BOUTIQUE

Open weekendsZIP 19115
Opening hours
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
Thu12-7 PM
Fri12-7 PM
Sat12-7 PM
Sun12-5 PM

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Sandaga

6 Sandaga

Open weekendsZIP 19119
Opening hours
Mon10 AM-7 PM
Tue10 AM-7 PM
Wed10 AM-7 PM
Thu10 AM-7 PM
Fri10 AM-7 PM
Sat10 AM-7 PM
SunClosed

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Foreign Bazaar

7 Foreign Bazaar

Open weekendsZIP 19103
Opening hours
Mon11 AM-7 PM
Tue11 AM-7 PM
Wed11 AM-7 PM
Thu11 AM-7 PM
Fri11 AM-7 PM
Sat11 AM-7 PM
SunClosed

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Joan Shepp | Philadelphia Luxury Clothing Store

8 Joan Shepp | Philadelphia Luxury Clothing Store

Open weekendsZIP 19103
Opening hours
Mon11 AM-6 PM
Tue11 AM-6 PM
Wed11 AM-6 PM
Thu11 AM-6 PM
Fri11 AM-6 PM
Sat11 AM-6 PM
SunClosed

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Patricia Design

9 Patricia Design

Open weekendsZIP 19082
Opening hours
MonClosed
Tue11 AM-6 PM
Wed11 AM-6 PM
Thu11 AM-6 PM
Fri11 AM-6 PM
Sat11 AM-6 PM
SunClosed

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Charles & Cherish African Fashion home

10 Charles & Cherish African Fashion home

Open weekendsZIP 19023
Opening hours
Mon12-6 PM
Tue12-6 PM
Wed12-6 PM
Thu12-6 PM
Fri12-6 PM
Sat12-4 PM
SunClosed

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How to choose African Dress Shops in Philadelphia

  • Check opening hours before you go. Many independent stores in Philadelphia keep shorter hours on Sundays and Mondays.
  • Call ahead or check the website to confirm a specific item is in stock.
  • Ask about return and exchange policies, especially for big purchases.
  • Compare prices online and in store. Many local shops will price-match.
  • Supporting local independent stores keeps money in the Philadelphia community.

Local tips for Philadelphia

Philadelphia has its own licensing rules that go beyond state law: the city's Department of Licenses and Inspections (L+I) issues contractor licenses, permits and trade licenses, so plumbers, electricians and contractors working in the city need an L+I license on top of any state registration.

SEPTA's subway, trolley and bus network covers most of the city, so check whether a business is near a Market-Frankford or Broad Street Line station if you don't drive. Street parking in Center City is limited and enforced by the Philadelphia Parking Authority.

Philadelphia is in Philadelphia County, and local phone numbers use the 215, 267 and 445 area codes. Popular areas include Center City, Old City, Fishtown, Northern Liberties, South Philly, University City, Manayunk, Chestnut Hill.

Frequently asked questions

Which African Dress Shops in Philadelphia are open on weekends?

According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: DE' VILLAGE, African Expressions, Love & Liberty Lifestyle Boutique, FOLA AFRIQUE BOUTIQUE, Sandaga, Foreign Bazaar. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.

Which areas of Philadelphia do these African Dress Shops cover?

The African Dress Shops on this list are located in ZIP codes 19023, 19082, 19102, 19103, 19107, 19115, 19119, 19123, 19139. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.

Does Pennsylvania charge sales tax?

Pennsylvania's sales tax is 6%, with an extra 1% in Allegheny County and 2% in Philadelphia. Most clothing, groceries and prescription drugs are exempt.

Are stores in Philadelphia open on Sundays?

Most chain stores are open on Sundays, often with shorter hours. Independent shops, and businesses run by Amish or Mennonite families, may be closed.

How can I find the best African Dress Shops near me?

Use the list above to compare locations and hours, then check each store's website or call ahead to confirm stock and prices.

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Information is collected from public sources and may change. Please confirm hours, prices and availability directly with each business. Business owner? Ask us to update your listing.