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Aso-Oke & Yoruba Weaving: 10 Skills in 90 Seconds · Episode 7 of 10
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The Gele: Styling Aso-Oke as a Head Tie

Why does a gele hold its sculpted shape without added interfacing?
Because aso-oke's tight, dense weave structure builds firmness directly into the cloth — no additional stiffening material is needed.
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