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  • Where to buy Nigerian cultural attire online (USA & UK)
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    Where to buy Nigerian cultural attire online (USA & UK)

    This page has been created to assist those who are looking for where to buy Nigerian (specifically Igbo) cultural attire for weddings and celebrations online. Headdress Item United Kingdom United States Igbo red cap (okpu ozo) Amazon Amazon Igbo stripped hat (okpu agu) Amazon Amazon Yoruba hats Ebay Amazon Gele/Ichefu (women’s hair tie) Etsy Etsy…

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  • What Materials Do Igbo People Wear?

    In this article we’re taking a brief look at some materials often used for Igbo cultural attire.  Akwete: Traditional Igbo weaving uses sisal, hemp, raffia, cotton, and other fibres. Akwete in Abia is famous for its use of these fibres to create a fabric called ‘Akwete’ (named after the town it’s produced in). Isi Agu:…

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  • Nigerian Wedding Attire – Explained (Igbo, Edo, Yoruba & Hausa)
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    Nigerian Wedding Attire – Explained (Igbo, Edo, Yoruba & Hausa)

    In this video we explain the wedding outfits of four Nigerian tribes (Igbo, Edo, Yoruba and Hausa). Also featured: Efik Ibibio, Tiv, Urhrobo, Kalabari, Fulani. Models – IGBO- Bride: @oluchiozioma_ Groom:  @Kaobi  EDO- Bride: Crystal Groom:  @Zizibo  YORUBA- Bride: @toniteetones Groom: @afrologuepod HAUSA:- Bride: Funke Groom: James Photographer: @Keleenna Hair and make up  @Kacha’s Space 

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  • What Is Traditional Igbo Wedding Attire?

    What Is Traditional Igbo Wedding Attire?

    There’s a lot of debate surrounding what is and isn’t authentic Igbo wedding attire. As highlighted in our previous post on Nigerian wedding attire, Igbo wedding outfits vary greatly and often depend on regional practices and, of course, personal tastes.  We’re aware that some people express interest in wearing Igbo attire but are not sure where…

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