The History of Umutsha in Zulu Culture
The Zulu are known for their beaded waist belts, called “umutsha”. They are used for decoration and adornment, and different patterns and colors often have symbolic meaning that is unique...
The History of Umutsha in Zulu Culture
The Zulu are known for their beaded waist belts, called “umutsha”. They are used for decoration and adornment, and different patterns and colors often have symbolic meaning that is unique...
ByBrianna Penermon
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SaTar’Ra Moore Troutman - Movement as Inner Chi...
Guest Blog by: SaTar’Ra Moore Troutman IG: @iamsatarra I am often enthralled watching children exist in their bodies. Children without the guidance of elders have no concern whatsoever for polite movement....
SaTar’Ra Moore Troutman - Movement as Inner Chi...
Guest Blog by: SaTar’Ra Moore Troutman IG: @iamsatarra I am often enthralled watching children exist in their bodies. Children without the guidance of elders have no concern whatsoever for polite movement....
ByBrianna Penermon
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The meaning of Waist Beads in the Hausa Culture
In traditional Hausa societies, waist beads, called Jigida in the local language, are quite common and are equally worn by both young and old women. It is not in anyway...
The meaning of Waist Beads in the Hausa Culture
In traditional Hausa societies, waist beads, called Jigida in the local language, are quite common and are equally worn by both young and old women. It is not in anyway...
ByBrianna Penermon
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Nneka Gigi - Adorn the Crown, Adorn the Body, C...
Guest Blog by: Nneka Gigi IG: @nnekagigi Peace Tribe, I am relearning how to love my body and I know you might be in this lifelong learning circle as well. It...
Nneka Gigi - Adorn the Crown, Adorn the Body, C...
Guest Blog by: Nneka Gigi IG: @nnekagigi Peace Tribe, I am relearning how to love my body and I know you might be in this lifelong learning circle as well. It...
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The Significance of Waist Beads in Igbo Culture
Waist beads, known as Mgbájí in the Igbo language, are very popular among both young Igbo girls and married women. These ornaments are typically made with beads, copper, corals, stones,...
The Significance of Waist Beads in Igbo Culture
Waist beads, known as Mgbájí in the Igbo language, are very popular among both young Igbo girls and married women. These ornaments are typically made with beads, copper, corals, stones,...
ByBrianna Penermon
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Rebbecca Bakre - Hidden Gems of Culture
My relationship with waist beads didn’t get a fair start. It was actually pretty toxic. Let me explain! My Nigerian Yoruba family did not practice any traditions around waist beads,...
Rebbecca Bakre - Hidden Gems of Culture
My relationship with waist beads didn’t get a fair start. It was actually pretty toxic. Let me explain! My Nigerian Yoruba family did not practice any traditions around waist beads,...
ByBrianna Penermon
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