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Kimono (Japan)
A traditional Japanese garment with distinctive long sleeves, usually worn for formal occasions and festivals.
Sari (India)
A long piece of cloth traditionally worn by women, wrapped around the body and draped over the shoulder, often accompanied by a blouse.
Kilt (Scotland)
A knee-length skirt-like garment with pleats at the back, traditionally worn by men as part of Scottish Highland dress.
Hanbok (Korea)
A traditional Korean dress characterized by vibrant colors and simple lines, typically worn during festivals and celebrations.
Agbada (West Africa)
A wide-sleeved robe worn by men in parts of West Africa, often richly embroidered and made from flowing material.
Dashiki (West Africa)
A colorful, loose-fitting garment often worn in West Africa, recognizable by its complex patterns and embroidery.
Bavarian Lederhosen (Germany)
Short or knee-length leather trousers often worn by men in Bavaria, especially during Oktoberfest.
Huipil (Mexico)
A traditional Mexican tunic worn by indigenous women, often handwoven with intricate designs and patterns.
Qipao (Cheongsam) [China]
A traditional Chinese dress with a high neck, slim fit, and slit skirt, popularized in the 20th century.
Dirndl (Bavaria, Germany)
A traditional Alpine dress worn by women, consisting of a bodice, blouse, full skirt, and apron.
Ao Dai (Vietnam)
A form-fitting tunic worn over trousers, a symbol of Vietnamese femininity and elegance.
Batik (Indonesia)
A technique of wax-resist dyeing applied to cloth, with intricate designs, often used for garments such as kebaya and sarongs.
Guayabera (Latin America)
A men's summer shirt, typically with four front pockets and pleats, worn in the Caribbean and Central and South America.
Toga (Ancient Rome)
A distinctive garment of Ancient Rome, draped over the body and worn by citizens as a symbol of Roman citizenship.
Keffiyeh (Middle East)
A traditional Middle Eastern headdress made of a square cloth, worn to provide protection from sun and sand.
Poncho (South America)
A simple garment designed to keep the body warm, traditionally made of a thick, woven wool fabric with a slit in the center for the head.
Bunad (Norway)
A traditional Norwegian costume usually worn by both men and women on festive occasions such as National Day.
Hula Attire (Hawaii)
Traditional clothing worn by dancers of the hula, which includes a pa'u (skirt) for females and malo (loincloth) for males.
Sherwani (South Asia)
A coat-like garment worn by men in South Asia, notably at formal occasions such as weddings.
Kabney (Bhutan)
A silk scarf worn by men in Bhutan, the color of which signifies the wearer's status or rank within society.
Fez (North Africa)
A felt headdress in the shape of a short cylinder with a tassel attached to the top, originally from the city of Fez in Morocco.
Folkdräkt (Sweden)
Traditional Swedish clothing, which differs greatly between different regions and is often brightly colored with various patterns and styles.
Galabiya (Egypt)
A traditional Egyptian and Middle Eastern garment, a loose-fitting robe typically made of cotton or linen.
Chiton (Ancient Greece)
A form of tunic that was worn by both genders in ancient Greece, made of a lighter fabric and typically fastened at the shoulder.
Ghagra Choli (India)
A traditional Indian attire consisting of a long skirt (ghagra), a blouse (choli) and a scarf (dupatta), often worn for festive occasions.
Jellabiya (North Africa)
A traditional loose-fitting robe, similar to a thobe, worn in Egypt and Sudan, suitable for the hot climate.
Maasai Shuka (Kenya, Tanzania)
A traditional fabric worn by the Maasai people, known for its distinctive red color and plaid patterns.
Brogue Shoes (Ireland, Scotland)
Low-heeled shoes or boots traditionally characterized by sturdy leather with decorative perforations and serration along the pieces' visible edges.
Ushanka (Russia)
A Russian fur cap with ear flaps that can be tied up to the crown or fastened at the chin to protect the ears, jaw, and lower chin from the cold.
Amauti (Inuit)
A traditional parka worn by Inuit women designed with a pouch at the back to carry a child, providing warmth and protection from the harsh Arctic climate.
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