Every nation has a fashion style that has originated
in its culture. African styles too are no exception and there is a wide
range of them depending on culture as well as location and customs. African styles
are extremely colourful and are representative of a number of cultures
within the African community. This is what makes them the most sought
after even in the global fashion world.
The traditional attire of the Africa world changes according to the
tribes that live at various locations. However, the most common of
outfits is the two-piece skirt and top that is essentially make of buck
hide. Accessorizing outfits is also an important part of the African styles
that are popularly seen. Beads and shells are widely used and in
varying lengths and color combinations. When it comes to men and their
traditional attire, an additional layer of clothing made of the hide of a
powerful animal is added to the outfit. Wearing bracelets and anklets
for both men and women are an important part of tradition. These African styles have found their way into modern contexts and are wonderfully integrated into the modern day fashion world.
Amongst the other traditional outfits you have the seanamarena, a
ceremonial blanket of sorts worn by the South Sotho tribe. This along
with a conical shaped hat completed the outfit. Extremes fashion
statements have been made by the Scottish skirts of the Venda tribe or
the copper wires wound around the neck of women in the Ndebeles tribe.
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