Although certain dress style may be unique to one ethnic group, most clothing styles are worn interchangeably by everyone. Much of the imported cloth comes from Asia and Europe. Boubous and grand boubous are often made from tie-dye or batik damask and are embroidered in elaborate designs. Sometimes a white strip cloth woven made with local cotton or imported thread may be used. While women usually wear headties to match their dress, men often wear wool hats, skull hats or a fez, especially on religious occasions.
Hair styles are a work of art in Senegal.
Women braid and plait their hair, often using fibre extension in intricate and ornate designs. Relaxed or straightened hair styles will also be seen in the urban areas. Senegalese women wear earrings, necklaces and pearls. Gold and silver ornaments are also popular. Senegalese women are as modest as they are elegant.