Introduction -- 1. Aso Ebi and the Fashioning of Bodies in Colonial Logos, 1860s-1960s -- 2. Cheaper Clothes in a Fluctuating Economy, 1960-2008 -- 3. Coloring Wealth, the Crowd, and Class -- 4.

Aso ebi – “family uniform” – is the Yoruba custom of people dressing alike for social events. The custom is rooted in kinship (ebi), an important aspect of Yoruba social life since precolonial times ...

NIGERIA is known for her unique cultural heritage. One aspect of that cultural heritage is the use of aso-ebi, a unique fabric people wear during special ceremonies to celebrate with family members ...

A Nigerian lady, Oluwatoyin Bucknor, is trending for lashing out at her party guests who did not buy her Aso-Ebi before attending her 70th birthday in the UK. The Yoruba word ‘Aso’ simply means cloth ...

Nigeria weddings are incomplete with aso-ebi and many fabric vendors are making money every weekend from selling to wedding guests and couples. For wedding guests, choosing the right style can be ...

When it comes to aso-ebi attires, we have to give it up to Ini Edo whose style is commendable and should be copied. Actress, Ini Edo is the queen of aso-ebis and in case you are wondering about the ...

It has become a norm in our society for traditional, religious or social events to be attended by friends, relations and associates in special fabrix known as Aso ebi. The celebrator feels loved and ...

Aso ebi –“family uniform” – is the Yoruba custom of people dressing alike for social events. The custom is rooted in kinship (ebi), an important aspect of Yoruba social life since precolonial times in ...

"Anyone that did not buy my clothes, I am speaking from a place of anger. If you eat the food, it will choke you. If you don't go out, I'll help you out myself. Don't provoke me." A Nigerian lady, ...