The classic symbol of the African woman’s dressing is the headwrap, which is also called doek, headtie, gele, dhuku… If you’re thinking of how to tie the headtie or just browsing the latest doek styles to get inspiration for that next outfit then you’re in the right place. Doeks can be worn with the African…
Different Fabric Used to tie Gele Gèlè can be tied with various fabric: Aso Oke (popular among the Yorubas): texture is a bit hard Damask: fabric is shinny and stiff. Net Aso Oke Sego Gele Ankara (African Print) Different Gele Styles: Multi-pleat round gele Multi-pleat V-shaped Gele Hand fan Gele Switch Gele Pleats and Twists…
The Avant Garde Gele is also known as Rose Gele, Flower Gele, Bow Gele, Take a bow Gele, Orent Gele, Wide flower, Perfect Rose, Side Rose… This Gele is more of a Victorian Style Gele and is an upgrade from the usual traditional styles. It oozes of elegance and poise and involves wrapping the Gele…
V-shaped Gele
Nigerian bridal gele
These days Gèlès are decorated with glitters, stones and any other embellishments. Blinging your Gele with beads, rhinestones and precious stones are very common extras for Bridal Gèlès.
The Gele can be worn with a blouse/top and wrapper, a top and long skirt, a long dress, mermaid dress, boubou gown and any other piece of clothing you are bold enough to give a boost. Gele by Dglitzmakeova
