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2. Marriage customs in Africa - Wikipedia

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   A Mozambican wedding. The various marriage ceremonies performed in Africa begin with the initial introduction between the groom and bride. The Yoruba call this ‘Mo mi i mo e’ (know me and let me know you) while the Igbo call it ‘Ikutu aka n’ulo’ (Knock on the door). [5] The family is typically involved within this process.

3. Dashiki - Wikipedia

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   Dashiki. The dashiki (/ dəˈʃiːki, dɑː -/, də-SHEE-kee, dah-) [1][2] is a colorful garment that covers the top half of the body, worn mostly in West Africa. [3] It has formal and informal versions and varies from simple draped clothing to fully tailored suits. A common form is a loose-fitting pullover garment, with an ornate V-shaped ...

4. Yoruba clothing - Wikipedia

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   The Komole dress can have different necklines, sleeves, embroidery and embellishments, depending on the occasion and the wearer’s taste. It is popular as Wedding wear for Yoruba brides [5] Iborun: This is a Scarf or Stole; Oleku: This is a short knee length Iro ati Buba style or dress. It is not as long as typical Iro ati Buba attire.

5. Kanzu - Wikipedia

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   Kanzu. Men wearing kanzus at a wedding in Kampala, Uganda. A kanzu is a white or cream coloured robe worn by men in the African Great Lakes region. [1][2] It is referred to as a tunic in English, and as the Thawb in Arab countries. The kanzu is an ankle or floor length garment.

6. Fashion in Nigeria - Wikipedia

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   Many African cultures have a characteristic traditional style of dress that is important to their heritage. [1] Traditional garments worn in Nigeria include: The Yoruba men wear agbada , which is a formal attire, commonly worn as part of a three-piece set: an open-stitched full gown, a long-sleeved shirt, and sokoto (trousers fitted snugly at ...

7. Wrapper (clothing) - Wikipedia

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   During a wedding ceremony, the bride's kaftan is the same color as the groom's dashiki. The traditional color for West African weddings is white. [13] The most popular non-traditional color is purple or lavender, the color of African royalty. [14] Blue, the color of love, is also a common non-traditional color. [15]