National Attire in Different Countries Worldwide: 30 Photos
It is no secret that every country has its own unique traditions and customs. This is also true of their national costumes. We invite you to take a look at some of the most fascinating ones.
India
Known as a saree for women and as a dhoti or kurta for men, the Indian national costume reflects the rich cultural heritage of the country.
Poland
Intricate embroidery and colorful patterns characterize the traditional Polish national costume, often called ‘stroje ludowe.’
Switzerland
Each Swiss region has its own national costume, often referred to as ‘Tracht.’
Ukraine
With its intricate hand embroidery patterns and vibrant colors, the Ukrainian vyshyvanka symbolizes the country’s deep rooted traditions and pride in its culture.
Egypt
A cotton shirt worn by men reaches down to the ankles, while a long, loose-fitting dress by women.
Hawaii
Probably the easiest and most popular costume.
South Korea
In Korea, Hanbok used to be the everyday clothing. Hanbok is a symbol of pride for Koreans.
Tajikistan
The Tajik national clothing is colorful, has a predominance of straight lines, and is loosely cut to hide the body’s outlines.
Italy
National fashion was determined by social status, with women’s clothing significantly different from that of unmarried girls, and urban clothing different from that of rural residents.
Bulgaria
Bulgarian costumes have unique patterns and color schemes that allow one to identify the wearer’s specific region.
Ireland
Today, little is known about the national Irish costume, but every girl wore a bright green dress.
Kazakhstan
The Kazakh national clothing includes long shirt-like dresses for men and ornately decorated dresses for women, often accompanied by distinctive headgear.
Norway
It symbolizes Norway’s rich cultural heritage with its intricate embroidery and regional variations, the Norwegian bunad.
Japan
Despite the importance of kimonos in Japanese culture, they are normally worn only during special occasions and holidays.
Moldova
The colorful and elaborate folk costumes of Moldova celebrate the region’s cultural roots.
Greece
Greek national costumes use a variety of fabrics, including silk, cotton, and wool, reflecting their adaptation to the diverse climatic conditions in the country.
Bhutan
Colorful fabrics and rich embroidery may be used to make these costumes.
Spain
In Spanish traditional dress, the “flamenco” or “Seville” dress is commonly worn by women.
Portugal
The use of cotton and linen is one of the distinguishing features of Portuguese suits.
China
It encompasses several styles depending on the region and era, and is also known as “qipao” or “cheongsam.”
Czech Republic
In this picture, you can see how Czechs dress for their national day.
Turkey
A classic collection of Turkish suits for men and women.
Georgia
Traditionally, traditional clothing is made from thick, durable materials which make them suitable for the country’s rugged mountain terrain and variable weather conditions, reflecting both their practicality and cultural significance.
Azerbaijan
It is common for women in traditional Azerbaijani costumes to wear brightly colored clothes with intricate patterns and rich embroidery. This reflects Azerbaijan’s rich and diverse culture.
England
Dancers performing the “Morris dance” are often cited as examples of English folk costumes.
Russia
A well-known element of national clothing is the tunic shirt for men and sarafan for women.
Scotland
Kilts for men are traditional Scottish garments.
Saudi Arabia
Women typically wear a flowing black cloak-like garment called an “abaya,” which is paired with a headscarf called a “niqab” or “hijab,” which is typically white.
France
French national costumes are quite distinctive and stand out among traditional outfits around the globe.
Germany
It is not uncommon for German national costumes to include a wide variety of styles, colors, and decorations depending on the region.
