{"id":7934,"date":"2013-09-06T12:28:15","date_gmt":"2013-09-06T16:28:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/africafashionweek.com\/newyork\/?p=7934"},"modified":"2013-09-06T12:28:15","modified_gmt":"2013-09-06T16:28:15","slug":"diy-gele","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/africafashionweek.com\/magazine\/diy-gele\/","title":{"rendered":"DIY Africa : African Fashion's Divas and Divos! How to Rock the Gele."},"content":{"rendered":"

\"nigerian-gele\"<\/a><\/p>\n

\u00a0Nothing says I\u2019m african like the distinct bold and colorful headwrap. It still stands as an African staple in fashion and has resisted the influence of the outside world.<\/p>\n

Very common in West Africa the vibrant headwrap is called \u00a0\u00ab\u00a0Gele\u00a0\u00bb in Nigeria.\u00a0Rarely will you see anyone under the age of 25 wearing one.<\/p>\n

Due to their size, they make a powerful statement, and can enhance an entire outfit. This is not for the faint of heart if you happen to be living outside of Africa where even a traditional hat is nowadays hard to come by having been traded in for the common cap.<\/p>\n

They are made of\u00a0 different fabrics and suit short hairstyles the best since they need to hold on tightly to the head and the excess hair loosens up the grip. They are colorful and have african print patterns. Plain solid colors are also used. They can match the print of the outfit\u00a0and make a woman stand out in\u00a0 a room.<\/p>\n

Gele can be worn everyday and not solely for special occasions. The quality of the fabric dictactes the prices therefore it is important to look within one\u2019s budget. Some can range from $200 but most are affordable and with the cheapest being $3-$10.<\/p>\n

To get this look, you will need\u00a0:<\/p>\n