Formal Fabrics
- Aso Oke fabric -- Woven by men, see Yoruba people.
- Cotton brocade—most brocade is produced in Guinea. Brocade is a shiny and polished cotton fabric.
- George cloth -- George cloth originated in India, where it was used to make saris. The fabric became popular among African royal and noble families. The Ijaw people are known for their George wrappers.
- Lace -- also known as shain-shain aso oke or air conditioner aso oke.
- Linen -- linen kaftans are a formal style.
- Satin -- satin fabrics are suitable for formal wear.
- Wax print -- Wax prints are made in Europe, usually in the Netherlands or England. In a wax print, the pattern or design is printed on both sides of the cotton fabric. Wax prints are more expensive than fancy prints. Famous manufacturers are Vlisco in the Netherlands and ABC Wax in Manchester, England.
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