The bridal traditions of the Himba people in Namibia are fascinating and deeply rooted in cultural significance. 💍 A Himba bride undergoes a unique ritual where she is smeared with red sand and kept in isolation for 100 days before her wedding. During this time, she is pampered, gifted new clothes, and adorned with beautiful jewelry. 🌿 One of the special pieces she wears is the Okori, a leather headdress passed down from her mother, symbolizing love and family. Additionally, a Himba girl getti

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Himba women craft their signature red hairstyles using otjize — a sacred blend of ochre and butterfat. It protects their skin and hair from the scorching sun and symbolizes beauty, identity, and tradition passed down for generations. #mindblown #ancientheoriesnerd #himba #DidYouKnow #facts #ancient #AncientMysteries #fblifestyle | Ancient Theories Nerd

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The Himba women of Namibia are renowned for their unique beauty: they cover their skin and hair with otjize, a mixture of butter and red ochre powder that protects them from the sun and gives them their characteristic reddish hue. They wear elaborate hairstyles according to their age and status, adorned with beads and leather, and wear traditional necklaces and bracelets that reflect their cultural identity. Their aesthetic combines functionality, symbolism, and natural elegance. #inspirationofa

79K views · 608 reactions | The Himba women of Angola are known for their elaborate hairstyles, made of braids coated with a mixture of butter, red ochre, and herbs called otjize. The hairstyle indicates age and marital status: young girls wear a few braids around their faces, while married women and women with children sport more voluminous, ornate hairstyles. #inspirationofafrica | Quim Fàbregas - Fotografía y Viajes. | Facebook