Kurdish folk garments Shal and Shepik
The Kurdish traditional clothing is still used sometimes today, though, mostly by older people. Particularly, the ancient outfit called the…
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Byzantine traditional costume and fashion trends
The traditional outfit in the Byzantine Empire (395-1453) was very similar to the Roman clothing (the Roman Empire). But there are some…
Vintage photos of wealthy Victorian couples in authentic clothing and jewelry
Rich people in all times had the best clothing. And, of course, wealthy Europeans from the mid-19th century could afford the most trendy,…
Mysterious symbolism of Game of Thrones stage costumes
Such movies as “Game of Thrones” are truly special. Mysteries, hidden symbolism, meaningful personalities, and well thought-out decorations…
Traditional women’s attire in Morocco (1900-2000)
The history of Moroccan folk dress is long and well-preserved. Actually, the cut and main features of the traditional costume in Morocco…
Exciting analysis of Victorian era child’s dress by museum experts
Every piece of vintage clothing that is given to a museum is being studied and analyzed by the museum experts before going on display. Here…
Folk dress of Greek Karpathos island
The traditional outfit of Karpathos island in Greece is rather modest. Married women are dressed mainly in black, with a few bright spots –…
Old photos from 1840s. Real-life clothing and hairstyles of mid-19th century
There are lots of conspiracy theories and myths in all areas of life, including fashion, hygiene, relationships, etc. It can be hard to…
Ukrainian folk jewels – vintage and stylized modern necklaces (photos)
The tradition of using jewelry in Ukraine is old and developed. For centuries, Ukrainian men – but mostly women – have been wearing jewels…
18th-century hair and makeup. Horrors of this era’s makeup
In this article, we're going to look at the 18th-century hair and makeup. This period is known for its artificialness in fashion and…
Viking clothing and jewelry in Iceland
Iceland was founded by the Viking settlers. They brought life to this island, together with their lifestyle, culture, traditions, and…
Women’s clothing from the 18th century. Dress designs and awful hobbies
The European fashion in the 18th century was inspired by France. It was the French court ladies who invented and introduced new trends, new…
Westworld: Shogun World stage costumes analysis
And we continue our series of articles dedicated to stage costumes of the most popular and loved by the audience films and serials. This…
Men’s and women’s jewelry in the Roman Empire
The jewelry pieces worn in the Roman Empire were elaborate, quite exotic-looking, and very ornate. Jewelry makers from that period were…
Indian folk garment Mundu. How to wear mundu
Have you ever showed your emotions or respect or personal ambition with your attire? Because Indian men often do that. For instance, by…
What did 18th-century male attire look like? Was it really decorated more than female clothing?
The 18th century for men was a time of beauty, extravagant adornments, and bright fashion trends. This is when men sometimes wore more…
The most popular Central Asian headdresses
The cultures of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, and Tajikistan are similar because these countries have a lot in common:…
The easiest way to wear a Scottish belted plaid. What did Scots wear before the kilt?
Most people know that the national garment in Scotland is a kilt, a wrap-around skirt-like outfit. Or at least, you must have heard the…
Medieval finger rings and earrings from the British Museum. Gold jewelry with gems
Vintage jewels are always fascinating. But the older a piece, the more remarkable it seems. The medieval period for Europe was a wonderful…
African folk clothing designs and styles
Traditional African clothing is very diverse. It usually changes from country to country or tribe to tribe. The designs of folk dresses are…
How did Austrian infantry soldier dress in the 1350s
In the Middle Ages, war was a routine. There were so many wars that military fashion evolved quickly. What new garments appeared in the…
18th-century male costume in Spain. A Spanish private’s clothing
Military fashion very often influences civilian clothing. Even today, camouflage fabric, trousers with many pockets, and combat boots are…
19th-century clothing depicted in old photos
It’s a pity, we don’t have photos dating before the 1820s to see how the outfits of those times really looked like. Simply because the…
Regency / Empire fashion style. Terribly serious, terribly sober, terribly sensible
The beginning of the 19th century in Europe is known as the Regency / Empire era. Actually, it’s Regency period in Britain and Empire…