One thing you probably don’t know is…

Our African forefathers (and mothers) were real fashionistas.

You could never catch them at any event not looking all glamorous and good looking.

…and here are 12 examples of some really creative african fashion accessories they always used to step up their look.

Creative Looking Headwears Like…
Gele: A colorful head wrap commonly worn by women in West Africa.

Kente cloth headwrap: A versatile accessory made from the iconic Ghanaian fabric.

Tooro hat: A tall, conical hat worn by men in Uganda.

Zulu beaded headdress: Intricate beaded crowns worn by Zulu women.

Sombrero (Morocco): A wide-brimmed hat often decorated with embroidery or tassels.

Gorgeous Neckwears like…
Bead necklaces: Elaborate beaded necklaces with intricate patterns and designs.

Cowrie shell necklaces: A traditional accessory made from seashells.

Gold and silver jewelry: Ornate necklaces, bracelets, and earrings made from precious metals.

Body Adornments like…
Wrist and ankle bracelets: Beaded or metal bracelets worn to accessorize outfits.

Rings: Finger rings made from various materials, including gold, silver, and beads.

Other accessories like…
Fans: Elaborately decorated fans made from feathers, textiles, or ivory.

Walking sticks: Decorative walking sticks often carved with intricate designs.

These are just a few examples of the many fashion accessories used by African forefathers.

You can find more african fashion accessories like these, that have now been refined to look more modern but still completely african.

click here to check them out.