Mokorotlo
A mokorotlo is a type of straw hat widely used for traditional Sotho clothing, and is the national symbol of Lesotho and the national symbol of the Basotho and Lesotho people. An image of the hat appears on the flag of Lesotho, and on Lesotho vehicle licence plates.
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It is a hat made from wild animal skin (qoabi,pela).
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Molia-nyeoe is one of the basotho hat worn byb man which is made of grass (lesehlo).Its shape symbolizes (mokhoro). It was usualy worn when when the argument was won.
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Seshoeshoe, also known as Shweshwe, is a distinctive fabric traditionally worn by Basotho women. This vibrant, colorful fabric is typically made of cotton print and symbolizes unity and pride among Basotho women.
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waistband upon which individually braided strands of fiber are attached. Historically, as a South Sotho girl reached the age of four or five she was typically dressed in a thethana.
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a triangular sheepskin garment that lengthened as they matured. Adult men draped themselves in animal skin blankets, with chiefs distinguishing themselves by wearing lehlosi (leopard skin).
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Is one of the Basotho cultural attire made out of cow's skin.
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Its distinctive corncob motif, known as poone, symbolizes fertility and wealth, embodying prosperity within the community.
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Its distinctive corncob motif, known as poone, symbolizes fertility and wealth, embodying prosperity within the community.
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The hat has a wide brim and a pointed top, a design that is said to be inspired by the shape of Mount Qiloane. A similar style of hat was worn by Basotho tribal chiefs, who performed a type of song known as mokorotlo at certain ceremonies.
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It is a traditional basotho attire worn on the ankle, and or on the hand.
Kharetsana
Usually worn by Basotho girls and woman.
Sefaha sa letsopa
It is worn on the neck and made out of glay.
Lipetja
Its like a brace worn on hand and made up of animal skin especially a cow.
Mokhahla
Usually worn when Basotho boys are engaged in initiation it is made up of cow's skin.