Hawaiian Word of the Day: Welo

Adele Kauilani Robinson Lemke
Adele Kauilani Robinson Lemke and her horse are adorned in lei. The term, “Pāʻū Rider” comes from the long pāʻū (skirt) she is wearing as part of her riding attire. 1913 Image from Wikipedia

Welo – Ribbons or streamers attached to the lei to flutter for a decorative effect. Welo are often incorporated into the ties for lei po’o worn in pageantry, such as those worn by pā’ū riders in parades.

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