A “wrapper” or “African saree” is a popular dress in hot climates especially in Africa. Called a sarong in some places, it helps to keep the body cool, the breasts supported and away from the skin underneath, and soak up sweat. This is a lesson in the most basic way…
Caftans are very simple dresses that are basically made from sewing together rectangular panels. They are very simple to make, or very inexpensive to buy ready made. The African styles often come with a matching “gelee” that can be used as a head wrap, khimar (“hijab” scarf), sash, or neck…