(The head wrap or head-tie popularly called Gele plays an important part in Africa’s fashion styling, specifically in West Africa. There is a saying that “an attire is not complete until it is topped with a gele)
It has been worn by them for generations, in the olden days 'gele' was worn only by d king wives and the chiefs wives. Exceptions were given for special occasions like weddings,but in recent years it has become an ultimate fashion accessory for important parties and big (social) events.
Gele comes in different fabrics such as damask, Sinami, Sego, Janis, Ace and aso-oke, a hand-woven fabrics popular amongst the Yorubas for special occasions in Nigeria.
It comes in different colors, sizes, styles and fabrics. When stepping out to an African function or having your own event your outfit is never complete without the head gear. It’s comparable to a bride without make-up on her wedding day.
It gives a matured carriage, beautifies the face and defines the whole attire... We have different styles of gele which include the round, oval, one sided, arc, layers, V-shaped e.t.c.... However below here are certain styles of gele for different occasions, that is, when going to church, parties, bridal or in some cases traditional festivals.
