Is leteisi the most beautiful feminine traditional garment?

Women wearing various designs of leteise at Son of the Soil cultural festival PIC: THALEFANG CHARLES
Women wearing various designs of leteise at Son of the Soil cultural festival PIC: THALEFANG CHARLES

Talking or writing about the German print or leteisi may sound like a fashion cliché but women wear it at any social gathering and the trend is increasing especially during cultural events. As a series of these events begins with Son of the Soil (SOTS) tomorrow, Mmegi staffer MOMPATI TLHANKANE observes that leteisi is the most beautiful feminine style of local traditional dresses no wonder it stands out

Wearing traditional attire is one of the best ways to embrace culture and heritage and most importantly celebrate the beauty of one’s country.

In countries like India, they have the sari and it is one of the world’s most beautiful traditional garments. It can be adorned in many different ways. The sari rules all of the Indian society, from simple cotton versions that are woven in the street throughout the villages of India.

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