How to put on Indian sari. Five different ways of draping a sari
Indian saree is a beautiful garment. And there are hundreds of ways of draping it. These styles of draping a sari vary according to the…
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Emirati traditional weaving. Bedouin weaving technique Al Sadu
Al Sadu is a traditional weaving technique in the United Arab Emirates. Just as many other folk crafts around the world, Al Sadu is close…
Slavic men wore folk leather belt that was so wide it covered their six-pack
These traditional belts were popular among the men of the Carpathian Mountains. They were not only beautiful and decorative but also…
Drawings of Bulgarian traditional costume. How to create fashion illustrations of folk clothes
The traditional costumes of Bulgaria are rich in details: weaving patterns, various embroidery designs, and patterns on the fabric. The…
Collection of Japanese kimono, obi belts, and accessories (+ photos)
Japanese kimono is a unique garment. It differs so much from most other folk costumes around the world. We offer you a very fine collection…
Pano da costa – traditional Afro-Brazilian shawl
Brazilian women of African origin traditionally wore a distinctive garment that showed their status and heritage. It was a shawl-like piece…
Old photos of Ukrainian national costumes. These photos were made about 100 years ago
The collection of photographs belongs to Ukrainian center of folk culture "Ivan Honchar Museum". These photos were taken from the…
Traditional clothing of Venda people in South Africa
The national costume of the Venda ethnic group from South Africa looks typically African. Animal skin loin cloths and aprons, colorful…
European fashion trends in the 1890s: leg’o’mutton sleeves and bolero jackets
In this article, we’ll talk about the fashion trends in women’s clothing of the 1890s. What did ladies wear? What silhouette was the most…
Traditional spinning tools and techniques of the Vikings
We’ve all heard about the great northern warriors called the Vikings and their extraordinary culture (just remember their world-famous…
Yashmak – Turkish traditional semi-transparent veil. Practically out of use today
In the past, Turkish Muslim ladies often covered their faces with an almost sheer veil called “yashmak”. Although, such an accessory is…
Native American beadwork. When did they begin to do beading?
The Native American beadwork is a very important craft for the American continents. The most common question people ask about beading in…
Clothing fashion in Europe in the 1850s-1860s
Today, we’d like to tell you a little bit about the fashion of the mid-19th century. What did people wear? And why? What were fashion…
Beautiful Ghanaian traditional clothing (photos)
The folk outfits in Ghana are really bright and cheerful. You can find the omnipresent in Africa head ties, traditional stoles or blankets,…
Yemeni izaar or futah. Male wrap-around skirts are popular not only in India and South Asia but in Arab countries as well
It’s known worldwide that Arab men wear thawbs, loose robes that are so convenient for the local climate and lifestyle. But few people know…
Hat collection of one young seamstress. Reconstructions of headdresses from different historical periods
Today, we’d like to show you an interesting and diverse collection of headpieces made by a young seamstress. Her name is Angela Clayton.…
Show costumes in Shadow And Bone series. Probably the most heavily embroidered movie costumes
The American fantasy TV series Shadow And Bone can boast possibly the most beautifully embroidered and colorful movie outfits worn by the…
Uzbek hair adornment for young girls with a curious name Sochpopuk
Uzbek maidens and little girls are known worldwide for their traditional hairdo with multiple braids. Such braids are very handy when…
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…
Indian folk weaving. Making of khadi fabric
The khadi cloth is very popular in India today. In 2017, about 460,000 of people in India were involved in the khadi production. And every…
Balinese udeng – one of many Indonesian folk headpieces
The importance of this Balinese headdress for the local religious ceremonies is bigger and more interesting than you might think. White…
Stage costumes of Bridgerton – American Regency period drama series
A fresh period drama named “Bridgerton” came out at the very end of 2020. It’s been a while since we watched a good movie with rather…
How did railway workers’ bowlers turn into Bolivian traditional bombin hats? Unique fashion story
Bolivian traditional bombin hats – charming bowlers the local women balance right on the tops of their heads – are accessories with a very…
Omani khanjar dagger, shaped like the letter “J”, is a symbol of manhood
We can find various dress knives that are an integral part of traditional costumes throughout the world. In the Arab world, a khanjar…