Whitework and openwork on Ukrainian embroidered shirts. Close-ups of gorgeous embroidery patterns
We’ve written about Ukrainian whitework embroidery recently, but, obviously, some fine examples of these patterns are always in situ. So,…
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Underwear in Europe in the Early Modern period: chemise or shift
A chemise or shift became widely used by both men and women in Europe in the medieval period and lasted for a few centuries. Even in the…
Dashiki – African traditional shirt / blouse popular far outside the African continent
This is one of the most famous and recognizable African garments. It is known and appreciated far beyond the African continent. It is…
Whitework in Central Ukraine. Magnificent embroidered shirts adorned with whitework
The central Ukrainian regions are characterized by a specific embroidery technique called “whitework” used to embellish the traditional…
Medieval houppelande – opulent and regal outerwear
In the late Middle Ages in Europe, there appeared a very noble-looking, expensive, and beautiful outer garment that quickly became…
Traditional costume of Romania: garments, materials, decoration
Romanian folk dress is one of those traditional outfits that have survived almost without any serious changes throughout centuries. The…
The Witcher movie costumes. Outfits of main characters in Cintra kingdom
The stage costumes in the recent TV show The Witcher are rather beautiful, skillfully made, and eye-catching. They are a mix of…
Ottoman traditional clothing in the 1600s. Modern replicas of original Ottoman outfits (+ photos)
The traditional Ottoman male clothing in the 17th century looked pretty and unique – ornate, often made from silk, beautifully patterned,…
Toss a coin to your witcher! Stage costumes in The Witcher – what problems awaited the wardrobe team?
The Witcher is one of the most anticipated and long-awaited TV shows of 2019. Season 1 is already out there for all of us to see, so we’ve…
Medieval temple rings. The most charming women’s jewelry of all times
During human history, so many magnificent jewelry pieces were invented, including necklaces, bracelets, chokers, finger rings, anklets, and…
The variety of women’s national clothing in Portugal. Regional variations and features
The Portuguese traditional costumes are diverse and good-looking. Some of them even look a bit unusual for a foreigner. But, as with most…
Aristocratic menswear in the 16th century. How did noblemen dress in the first half of the 1500s?
The European fashion trends of the 16th century look rather bizarre for a modern observer. But that’s what makes it so interesting to study…
Folk costume glossary. Poland
Traditional pieces of the male and female national costumes in Poland: bielunka, bruclek, ciasnocha, cucha, czepiec, czółko, fortuch,…
Belarusian national costumes: male, female, and kid folk clothing
Belarus is one of those countries with a rich Slavic heritage. The folk costumes of this country are bright and beautiful, they look rather…
Norwegian bunad: history, dressing rules, and regional differences
Norwegian traditional bunad is a lovely costume, it looks spectacular. But also, this attire has a very distinct meaning and symbolism. In…
Historical pirate costumes. What did they wear?
A lot of people around the world, especially in the US, love the pirate culture and lifestyle. There are Hollywood pirate movies, dozens of…
Oldest beaded necklaces found on Ukrainian land. Some of them date back to the 11th century B.C.
Women from different corners of our planet love beads. And, according to archaeological finds and historical documents, people have been…
Folk shoes, socks, and leg wrappings in Montenegro
There are really curious footwear pieces in Montenegro, including not only shoes but also socks and leg wrappings. As Montenegro is one of…
Tunisian traditional anklet named “kholkhal” – a fun way to learn more about your bride
One of the most intriguing and meaningful Tunisian traditional jewelry pieces is the so-called “kholkhal”. In this material, we’ll try to…
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…
Hutsul embroidered shirts called “sleeves”. The art of embroidery in Western Ukraine
There is one region in Ukraine where you can find a truly unique traditional embroidered shirt. It got the name “sleeves”, and for a…
Belarusian traditional embroidery – patrimonial sings, meaningful symbols, and centuries-old patterns
Belarusian embroidery is one of the main folk clothing crafts in this country. It has deep and old roots and represents the traditional…
Emirati talli embroidery technique. Authentic Bedouin craft in the Arab world
The talli embroidery or braiding is one of the authentic clothing crafts still popular in the United Arab Emirates. Emirati women have been…
Beautiful Mexican folk dresses from Chiapas and Veracruz regions
Mexican traditional attire is always eye-catching. Although, the folk costumes of different regions of Mexico differ from each other – some…