Top-8 extraordinary facts about Vietnamese Ao Dai
In Vietnam, the national attire is called “Ao Dai”. Besides, there is a male and female Ao Dai, which differ in design. This costume looks…
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Korean hanbok is 2,000 years old. Female hanbok was invented for comfort
A lot of people around the world consider Korean traditional costume called “hanbok” to be very elegant and good-looking. Its design is…
History of Japanese national apparel. What did the Japanese wear before kimono?
Today, everyone knows that a kimono is a traditional costume in Japan. It’s hard to find a person who has never seen a kimono at least in…
Cambodian folk dress or Khmer folk dress
Cambodian folk dress and Khmer folk dress is the same because the Khmer people are the native inhabitants of the Cambodia. 97% of Cambodian…
Kyrgyz national dress and its peculiarities. What materials did these cattlemen use to make clothing?
Kyrgyz traditional outfits not only look pretty but also are very comfy to wear. Actually, that’s the main feature of Kyrgyz folk dress…
Any other folk garments in Sri Lanka, except for sarong and sari? Sure! Here are some
We’ve been asked about Sri Lankan traditional pieces of clothing, other than the world-famous sarong and sari. Of course, there are a few…
Curious facts about folk dress of Sri Lanka
How much do you know about Sri Lankan traditional attire? The majority of people hardly know that sari and sarong are the most widespread…
Buryat traditional jewelry. Even personal hygiene tools are turned into jewelry items
In Buryat traditional culture, jewelry pieces play a very important role. A women’s folk costume can’t go without at least several…
Indonesian traditional batik – what is it and how is it used?
The batik cloth is a big part of Indonesian traditional culture. But what’s so special about it? How does it differ from any other fabrics…
Authentic embroidery patterns in Kazakhstan
The craft of embroidery is widespread throughout the planet. Practically every ethnic group traditionally uses needlework to embellish…
Amazing Tajik national costumes: pink male robes, shoes on top of shoes, and burqa for women
Tajikistan is one of the Central Asian countries with a rich culture and centuries-old traditions, including the clothing traditions and…
Tatar traditional attire. Beautifully ornamented costumes with pricey jewelry
The folk dress of Tatarstan is outstanding – ornate, multilayered, and richly adorned with jewelry, embroidery, and other decorations. But…
Beautiful folk costume for Indonesian legong dance
The legong folk dance in Indonesia is a special ritual performed at public festivals and celebrations. In the past, it was an entertainment…
Filipino traditional Barong Tagalog and how to wear it
Barong Tagalog is the official national garment in the Philippines. This male shirt (or rather garment for the upper body, as it’s not…
Korean designers modify old clothing traditions to fit modern fashion
A lot of countries and ethnic groups around the world work hard to preserve their clothing traditions. In the latest years, it has become…
Korean traditional paper umbrella jiusan was a widespread status accessory
Korean folk fashion has one particular accessory that can easily catch your attention. It is a delicate women’s parasol made from bamboo…
Traditional women’s tahya headwear in Turkmenistan
Turkmen women traditionally wore bright skull-caps beautifully decorated with embroidery. In the past, a headdress was an obligatory part…
Korean hanji paper and traditional clothing & accessories made from it
The hanji paper is a very common material in Korean traditional clothing culture. They make a lot of things out of it – clothes, shoes,…
National attire of Dagestan. What did these proud Caucasian people wear?
Dagestan is one of those regions in the Caucasus that are so rich in clothing traditions. The folk outfits here were bright, multilayered,…
Japanese homongi kimono – formal garment of married women
This type of kimono was very popular among Japanese women. It was the next step after the furisode kimono. Homongi is used even in modern…
Folk dress of Nepal. Main Nepalese garments
The national costumes of Nepal are deeply connected to the local religious beliefs. Even the number of fastenings or color of the piece can…
Japanese komon kimono. When is it worn?
There is a variety of Japanese kimonos for different purposes and occasions: furisode, yukata, homongi, komon, and others. This time, we’re…
Japanese furisode kimono – formal wear of unmarried women. Or men too?
The furisode kimono is an extraordinary Japanese garment with an entertaining history. The beauty of some examples is indubitable, just…
19th-century Indian jama coat from the V&A. With real beetle elytra sequins!
It’s not a secret that Indian folk garments are rather eye-catching. Lots and lots of gems, sequins, gold and silver embroidery, beads,…