{"id":239154,"date":"2021-12-08T16:33:12","date_gmt":"2021-12-08T15:33:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/buzzsouthafrica.com\/?p=239154"},"modified":"2021-12-08T16:33:21","modified_gmt":"2021-12-08T15:33:21","slug":"25-classy-zulu-traditional-wedding-dresses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buzzsouthafrica.com\/25-classy-zulu-traditional-wedding-dresses\/","title":{"rendered":"25 Classy Zulu Traditional Wedding Dresses"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of the highlights of any traditional wedding in Africa is the wedding attire of the couples. And just like the celebrated white wedding gowns in Christain Church weddings, traditional wedding dresses require weeks, if not months of planning, after all, it is once in a lifetime occasion. Zulu traditional wedding dresses are known for their bright and vibrant colors. From the headpiece (the inkehli), to the isicwaya that covers the chest, down to the skirt (the isidwaba), a tale is woven of a happy bride venturing into the next phase of her life. The grooms aren’t left out as well, as the unique beads and headpiece worn by the groom are a unique representation of their heritage.<\/p>\n

Zulu<\/a> traditional wedding dresses come with a lot of accessories; beaded necklaces and bracelets, earrings, fanciful patterned leg\/arm beads, as well as the ‘Assegai’ which is a small knife that symbolizes the bride’s virginity. Designers and brides are also incorporating different materials like classic African prints, textured nets, and laces in the dress designs to give them a modern touch, that not only accentuates their beauty but also embodies the spirit of the Zulu traditions.<\/p>\n

Zulu Traditional Wedding Dresses For A Bride<\/b><\/h2>\n

Nowadays, Zulu traditional wedding dresses come in various styles and colors; from the traditional leather skirt (the isidwaba) and the isicwaya to the modern dresses of satin, African\/leopard prints, floral skirts, etc. However, the distinct designs and motifs unique to Zulu dresses are ever-present. Here are some of these beautiful wedding dresses; for Umembeso.<\/p>\n

1. Long and Fluffy Scarlet Red <\/b>Zulu Traditional Wedding Dress<\/b><\/h3>\n

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Red is truly a bold color and nothing emphasizes this more than this beautiful Zulu wedding gown in scarlet red. The long gown is complete with a set of textured fringed trains running down on both sides and at the back of the dress. The top and the inkehli have their distinct beautifully designed beadwork. This style is simply bold and classy. With its elaborate eye-catching design, it is worn with scanty accessories. The beautiful beadwork and the long train are enough to make this design memorable.<\/p>\n

2. Leopard Skin Zulu Traditional Wedding Dress<\/b><\/h3>\n

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A switch from the modern designs is this fully traditional Zulu wedding dress, complete with leopard skin and an inkehli with feathers. The intricate red inkehli is surrounded with feathers, with a beaded band at the base and a beautiful red-themed veil that fans the bride’s face. Her leopard-skin cape has a simple bead design on it. The bulk of the beadwork is in the apron, which is worn over a pleated skirt. This beadwork itself has a set pattern of different color combinations. Accessorized with a long Assegai, a shield, and leg beads, this look is complete in a wholesome way.<\/p>\n

This style is for brides who want to go all the way out with a Zulu traditional wedding dress, and are comfortable with the fully covered style. There is no denying that this style is beautiful to look at; it encompasses the spirit of a Zulu bride.<\/p>\n

3. Regal Green Zulu Wedding Dress<\/b><\/h3>\n

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Here is another chic design for a Zulu bride. This close-fitting emerald green dress is truly regal and classy. The headpiece is uniquely different but modeled after the traditional inkehli. It consists of a headwrap, spiked crown, and some dangling pendants, with two long ones running down to the shoulders. The sleeves of the gown are tightly knitted in a design that imitates the ‘cold shoulder’ design. The dress itself, in emerald green, is silky, fitted, and finished off with a beaded waistband and a textured train. This style can also be accessorized with bangles and a decent necklace. It is truly a chic design for a chic bride.<\/p>\n

4. Sky Blue Themed Zulu Traditional Wedding Dress<\/b><\/h3>\n
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