Gingham hat

The guinga hat in Santería is primarily used as a sacred garment to dress the Orishas, especially the warrior deities such as Elegguá, Oggún, and Oshosi, during ceremonies, rituals, or on their thrones. It represents humility, simplicity, and spiritual protection, serving as a barrier against negative influences

• Ritual use: It is used to cover the heads of the deities or in making hats for the Orishas, as guinga is a traditional fabric in the religion.
• Warrior Orishas: It is very common in hats for Elegguá, Oggún, and Oshosi, helping to dress their foundations.
• Customization: There are guinga hats, sometimes in multiple colors (such as 9 colors for Yansa/Oya), adorned with ribbons, shells, and stones for special occasions.
• Humility: Its use symbolizes the connection with the earth and humility before the divine.