Traditional swedish clothing

Hello all, Part three of this overview is forthcoming. I was asked about the costumes of Trondelag, and so I wrote this one first. This is the fourth part of my overview of Norwegian Costumes. This will cover all of Norway from Trondelag north. Here Norway starts to overlap Sapmi, commonly called Lappland. I will not be covering the Saami costumes of Norway, as I have already written about them. They are a completely separate costume tradition, and it makes no sense to separate the part…

These magical photos from Sweden's midsommar festival are straight out of a fairytale

Similar in shape and style, the German dirndl and the Norwegian bunad could be long lost cousins ! Vests with front closures, long skirts with embellishments and embroidery, and bright national col…

Miss Sweden @Lindsey ONeill look familiar??

Last year I began reading the blog, Folklore Fashion, it was brim full of breathtaking photography of Scandinavian folk costumes antiques and reproductions. Having never really studied much about this type of costume - I was quite intrigued. Some of the techniques I recognize (the gauging on the skirts, for instance) from 1860s sewing, but as for the stunning color, fabric, and embroidery combinations - I think they are just fascinating! It's amazing how all the different regions have their…

The Swedish national costume This is the Swedish national costume. This costume you wear in special ceremonies like midsummer. If you had seen princes Victoria at her birthdays on TV you can see that she wear a national costume. The Swedish national costume has existed for several generations. It has also been in many different colors and patterns. The national costume I’m wearing is the one who is best known today. I think it is the finest of all suits. In old times varied the national…

Đakovo Area - Slavonija, Croatia Zlatara Svečana Nošnja

---------------------DRESS---------------- This dress is made of cotton muslin. The sleeves snap together for an easy fit; while the neck is buttoned for a pretty effect. The neck is also trimmed in lace and the skirt is pleated at the bottom. The look is finished off with a red sash with red fridge at the end. This style is traditionally worn on December 13th to celebrate Santa Lucia. Please wear this cultural dress with respect and care. ————-COMPLETE THE LOOK——- Santa Lucia Crown…

Long before Norway, Sweden, or Finland inscribed the names of their countries on the map of northern Europe, the Sami people roamed the Arctic terrains

Our presentation of traditional Saami dresses will take you all over Saebmie and today we're focusing on the South Saami gapta, which is very different from other Saami dresses. Åarjelsaebmie - the...