Senegal Is a Muslim majority country, but most places do not require you to cover your knees, heads or shoulders. In larger villages and cities, most local women do not carry a hijab, and you will not be treated disrespect if you do not cover, as you may be in parts of India, Malaysia or the Middle East. Many local women actually prefer traditional Senegalese Dresses that expose the neck and arms to modern clothes like shorts and skirts. Women usually cover their heads not for religious reasons, but to protect themselves from the harsh African sun.
Senegal has adopted Boubou as its traditional attire, as well as its African neighbors. This large, light and comfortable clothing is a power in Senegalese tradition.
Senegalese Boubou is classified as simple or rich and is both simple and elegant. If the fabric and embroidery are simple, without foreign details, Boubou will be called “simple.” It is usually worn by people with lower socio -economic status and is made of wax or cotton. But if the fabric and embroidery are rich, and sewing details and surfaces are of high quality, Boubou will be called “rich.” It will be worn in high -profile situations.
