Choosing Fabrics For Gele

1. GELE
SHALETHA AKINOLA

2. Choosing a fabric to use for your Gele
 Whether you are wearing your Gele for an everyday look,
or preparing for a formal occasion, the fabric that you
choose is important and makes a statement. Let’s look at
the different things to take into account.
WEIGHT OF FABRIC
FEEL OF FABRIC
PATTERN AND COLOR OF FABRIC

3. LIGHT WEIGHT
A lightweight fabric will be cooler and not as heavy on
the head, which will make wearing your Gele more
comfortable for longer wearing.

4. HEAVY WEIGHT
intricately woven and adorned with metallic threads
and various textures can make a dramatic and formal
Gele for occasions that call for these.

5. FEEL OF FABRIC
Your Gele will keep its shape when the fabric used is
stiff, allowing it to be folded and bent without worry
of losing the design.

6. COLOR OF FRABRIC
For casual everyday wear, look for solid colors in
neutral tones that you can wear with anything. For
formal occasions look for brocades, damask and
patterns with metallic threads woven through.

7. Starting with the right fabric will make your Gele keep
its shape and look fabulous for as long as you want to
wear it. Don’t be afraid to rock it!