Share FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinWhatsappTelegramEmail 10.6K In mordern times, African tradition is losing a lot of meaning with the extraction and merging of pop western culture. A lot of times we emulate our own traditions without understanding what it means, but for the mere fact of its beauty. Here in Ghana, it’s been years since I saw or heard someone talk about the meaning of a particular kente pattern and how that influences the style of an outfit. In this day and age, it’s whatever looks beautiful is what is being worn. This goes for many other cultures, Although, newly wedded Xhosa bride and groom Lerato Seane and J Subadan isn’t letting style trump over her culture, as she understands her culture is style. We have covered the monochrome beauty and style of Xhosa brides in the past as seen below. More Articles You Would Love Ghana’s 1st African Bikini & Accessories Show Brings New Ghanaian Swimwear Designers To Light You Haven’t Fully Experienced Ghana Until You Visit Our Paradise Tourist Destination ‘Ada Foah’ PICS: South Africa’s Xhosa Brides Are More Stylish Than You; See 30 Pictures Of Monochrome Wedding Styles However, in amazing images taken by wedding photographer @Photosbyreem, he curates the meaning of each garment and why it is essentially worn during their wedding. Read below and see the images further down. The Bride’s parents are from Johannesburg, South Africa and her mother’s tribe is Xhosa. It was very important to the couple to honor her culture. The tartan blanket worn around the shoulder of the Bride symbolizes the protective and nurturing qualities the Bride adds to the family. The black doek wrapped around the head of the Bride shows respect for her elders. The scarf covering her waistline serves to protect her fertility. Xhosa men wear strands of beaded necklaces on special occasions. The Groom’s look is meant to complement the Bride. See the beauty below. South Africa Culture UPCOMING PRIORITY EVENTS! VIEW ALL EVENTS To Submit stories Email: [email protected] or HashTag #FashionGHANA Share FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinWhatsappTelegramEmail Abigail Oluwakemi I'm a fashion stylist turned blogger, I hope you love my work. More For You VIDEO: Jamaican Queen Who Washed Wode Maya’s Feet With Her Locks Gets Surprised... #fGSTYLE: Unleashing the Power of African Prints for Girls’ Night Out! Ghanaian Highlife Star Akwaboah’s Is Off The Market, See His Engagement Photos Inside! Looking For Trendy Kufis and Durags; Search No Further Senegal’s Amaja Is Here #BIKINIBAE: Motherhood Never Looked So Haute; Check Out These Jaw-Dropping Swimwear Looks By... #OOTD: Miss Universe Cameroon’23 Princesse Issie Takes Moan Yesus Amazing ‘ASSIMBA’ Dress For... The 2024 Trending Take Over, The Rich History, The Prideful Culture Of Fulani... Mozambican Designer Mabenna Unveils Her Latest Masterpiece Look Book For The “Melanin” Collection #fGBrideAndGroom: Ghanaian Doctors Dr. Adwoa and Dr. Kobbie Tie The Knot In Stunning... AI Artist Dana K. Booker Explores The Gorgeous African Beauties Of Columbia In... Leave a Comment Cancel ReplyYou must be logged in to post a comment. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.