Cultures all over the world have a form of traditional dress or folk costume. Some of these cultures have retained this part of themselves, continuing to wear their garb daily. Others save this festive type of dress for special occasions, ceremonies, or cultural festivals.
Traditional dress and folk costume is pure artistic expression that connects people with the fabrics, patterns, and clothing created by the people of their culture or within their region of the world.
This clothing is a visual representation of the culture itself, as well as offering functionality depending on the main climate of the area. But the real treat is taking in the amazing colors, patterns, textures, and shapes.
The artistry and creativity of cultural clothing around the world blows me away. You don’t even have to go that far back in time to find these amazing creations because most traditional dress and folk costumes are based on historical dress primarily between the 1800s-1900s.
