A Yoruba bride is called ‘Iyawo’. During her traditional marriage, she is expected to wear the traditional attire of the people.
The traditional attire for the Yoruba bride-to-be is Iro and Buba, complemented with Gele (headgear) and an Ipele (shawl). She is expected to wear a veil over her gele.
Her jewelry is made of beads. Many brides-to-be have their Ileke (beads) custom-made for the wedding ceremony.
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