Aso Oke Hat (Paperback)

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. An Aso Oke Hat is a traditional Yoruba hat that is made of hand woven African fabric, see Aso Oke fabric, cotton, velvet, or damask. In the Yoruba language, this hat is called a fila. Although these hats originated in Nigeria they are worn by all men of African descent. Typically, the top of the hat slouches to one side, and rests above the wearer's ear. It is commonly worn with African formal attire and lace or cotton brocade dashiki suits.