Traditional clothing also known as ethnic wear is the identity of their countries having roots in history and culture.
A user named ‘Muse’ shared images of some of the beautiful traditional clothing around Asia on platform X. Let’s have a look into it-
Mongolia - Deel: Symbolizing Mongolian nomadic spirit, Deel, the traditional attire of Mongolia is a unique clothing with chest wraps and bold colours.
China - Cheongsam: The iconic traditional Chinese dress Cheongsam or qipao that can be recognized by its high-neck collar, side slits, and fitted forms.
Korea - Hanbok: Korea’s royal attire Hanbok is well-known for its vibrant colours and spacious design, providing a glimpse into Korea’s history.
Kazakhstan - Shapan: The impressive traditional attire, the Shapan, represents the colours of the nomadic lifestyle of Kazakhstan.
Malaysia - Baju Kurung: Characterised by loose-fitting and stylish design, Baju Kurung is Malaysia’s staple wardrobe.
Indonesia - Batik and Kebaya: Having deep roots in the nation’s cultural history, Batik is a wax-resist dyeing technique-made fabric and Kebaya is a stylish traditional dress symbolizing femininity.
Japan - Kimono: Representing century-old Japanese tradition and aesthetics, Kimono is an elegant attire with straight-lined sleeves, vibrant colours, and patterns.
Bhutan - Gho and Kira: The simple attires of Bhutan have a deep connection with nature; Gho adorns Bhutanese men while Kira is for Bhutanese women.
Philippines - Barong Tagalog and Baro't Saya: Assembling a formal and tropical attire that carries elegance with comfort, the attire is best suited for the Philippine climate.
India - Sari: With diverse styles and regional variations, Sari represents India’s dynamic culture.
Vietnam - Ao Dai: Symbolizing Vietnamese grace, the traditional attire of Vietnam, Ao Dai is characterized by a tight-fitting tunic with ankle-length panels.
Cambodia - Sampot: A traditional Cambodian skirt that symbolizes Khmer identity.
Sri Lanka - Osariya: Osariya also known as Kandyan Sari, is an elegant traditional attire for Sinhalese women.