20 Brides in Efik Traditional Attire Plus the “Onyonyo” Style History
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20 Brides in Efik Traditional Attire Plus the “Onyonyo” Style History

Brief History of the Efik Onyonyo Dress The Efik traditional attire for ladies is called the “Onyonyo”. It is a Victorian style dress made from lace fabric and usually worn by brides for their traditional wedding. The Efiks are inhabitants of Calabar, Cross Rivers State in Southern Nigeria. They were part of the first set…

Calabar Bride In Beautiful Green Off Shoulder Onyonyo Dress With Matching Staff and Wig

Calabar Bride In Beautiful Green Off Shoulder Onyonyo Dress With Matching Staff and Wig

Efik brides stand out in their elaborate and colourful attires. They wear one of two outfits. One of which is the Ofong Ukod Anwang – a fancy attire which includes a knee length skirt, blouse (usually covering only the bust) and a fancy beaded body adornment. Second is the beautiful flowing Onyonyo traditional dress matched…