Traditional dress around the world

Traditional clothing is an important part of a region’shistory and identity. Some areas regard theirnational dress as an unofficial uniform, to be wornonly on ceremonial occasions. In other societies,traditional clothing is mandatory for both men andwomen.The team at Escapade have been busy researchingtraditional clothing from across the globe. From theRussian Sarafan to the Japanese Kimono, take a lookat their guide to the world’s most iconic folk costumes.