
Ethnic dress in different parts of the world
Ethnic dress refers to traditional clothing that represents the cultural heritage, customs, and identity of a specific ethnic group or region. These outfits are often worn for festivals, ceremonies, and special occasions and vary widely across different cultures. Here are some examples from around the world:
Asia
- India: Saree (women), Kurta-Pajama/Sherwani (men), Lehenga (women)
- China: Hanfu, Qipao (Cheongsam)
- Japan: Kimono, Yukata
- Korea: Hanbok
- Vietnam: Áo dài
- Indonesia: Batik, Kebaya
Africa
- Nigeria: Agbada (men), Buba & Wrapper (women)
- Kenya/Maasai: Shúkà
- Ethiopia: Habesha Kemis (women), Shamma (men)
Europe
- Scotland: Kilt
- Germany/Austria: Dirndl (women), Lederhosen (men)
- Spain: Flamenco dress (women)
- Greece: Fustanella (men)
Middle East
- Saudi Arabia/UAE: Thobe/Kandura (men), Abaya (women)
- Iran: Chador, Persian traditional dress
Americas
- Mexico: Charro suit, Huipil
- Peru: Pollera skirts (women), Ponchos
- Native American Tribes: Regalia, Moccasins, War bonnets