Kente fashion: Own the spotlight with these 10 bridal Kente styles inspired by Ghanaian celebrities

Kente refers to a Ghanaian textile, made of handwoven cloth, strips of silk and cotton. Historically the fabric was worn in a toga-like fashion by royalty among ethnic groups such as the Ashanti and Ewe. It is also worn by queens, princesses and women of Dagbon. In modern day Ghana, the wearing of kente cloth has become widespread to commemorate special occasions, with highly sought-after kente brands led by master weavers.

There are numerous Kente styles you can explore. The Kente fabric can be regarded as one of the most popular fabrics in the African fashion world. Over the years, brides and even grooms wear the Kente fabric for their traditional weddings. While brides sew them in either wrapped outfits or in Kaba and slits or even long dresses. Grooms either wrap the cloth around their body or sew them in Kaftans or Agbada outfits.

Check these 10 colorful selection of the latest kente styles for engagement/weddings and special occasions that you will make u stand out.