Step1
Match the color and print of the bride's and groom's outfits, although you may wear different styles.
Step2
Select clothing for bridesmaids and groomsmen that complements your look.
Step3
Review all of your options. There are numerous textures, patterns and designs from which to choose.
Step4
Allow plenty of time to have clothing made to your specifications by a seamstress if you can't find ready-made styles you like.
Step5
Visit ethnic clothing shops and fabric stores for ideas.
Step6
Consider using brocade, which is heavy cotton fabric with an interwoven design of objects such as stars, moons, flowers or other symbols.
Step7
Search for waxed fabric, which can be identified by its characteristic sheen on one side of the cloth. This protects the color and pattern.
Step8
Consider ashoke, or aso oke fabric, which is an expensive Nigerian heavy cotton blend. It often has eyelet holes with brightly colored embroidery.
Step9
Compare traditional ashoke, which has a flat finish, to the newer version, which has a metallic sheen, to see which you prefer.
Step10
Check the fabric's selvage, or manufactured edge, for clues to its quality. If it has seven or more stars, this is a sign it is well-made. In addition, quality waxed fabric has a white selvage.
Step11
Consider Kente cloth, which is a very popular West African fabric. The fabric has a host of designs and symbols that have a wide range of meanings.
Step12
Look for symbols that interest you. For instance, Adinkra symbols have different spiritual meanings, such as unity and strength.
