309K views · 6.6K reactions | The Himba women of Angola are known for their beauty and unique traditions. They cover their bodies and hair with a mixture of butter, red ochre, and herbs called otjize, which protects their skin from the sun and gives them a distinctive reddish color. They wear elaborate hairstyles that indicate their age and marital status, and adorn themselves with copper and shell ornaments. #inspirationofafrica | Quim Fàbregas | Facebook

The Hakaona women of Angola, belonging to the Himba people of the south of the country, are known for their unique aesthetic and strong connection to ancestral traditions. They are distinguished by their elaborate hairstyles of braids covered in a mixture of red mud, animal fat, and herbs, which they also apply to their skin as sun protection and a sign of beauty. They wear traditional skirts made of leather and adorn their bodies with necklaces, bracelets, and beads. Their style reflects identi