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9 Things You Didn’t Know About Gomesi, Uganda’s Traditional Dress
Jun 10, 2024
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9 Things You Didn’t Know About Gomesi, Uganda’s Traditional Dress
African Fashion
June 10, 2024
Gomesi is the most commonly worn dress for women in Uganda; it is a staple in many of Uganda’s cultural ceremonies and rituals. It is worn during weddings, introductions (kwanjula), and other important life events.
No traditional function in central Uganda and many other parts of the country is complete without women immaculately dressed in the Gomesi—a stunning, floor-length, brightly colored dress with a square neckline and short puffed sleeves. The dress is usually fastened with a sash or large belt below the waist, above the hips, and features a pair of buttons on the left side of the neckline.
The history of the Gomesi goes back to 1905 when two Goan tailors were asked to create a uniform for girls at a missionary-run boarding school. Over time, the dress became widely adopted and is now a signature piece for Ugandan women.
In Uganda, no traditional event is complete without women wearing the Gomesi. From weddings to cultural ceremonies, this dress is a symbol of pride and tradition.
Ahead are 9 things you didn’t know about the Gomesi, Uganda’s traditional dress.
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