Time When Traditional Clothing Is Worn

 

 

Country	Time When Traditional Clothing is Worn
China	Today, cheongsams (or Qipao) are commonly worn for special events. They are also worn as Halloween costumes, for beauty contests, or as an everyday uniform.
India	Various saris are worn depending on the occasion. For example, a wedding sari will be highly detailed, greatly embroidered and decorated with metal threads, beads, and sequins. A sari worn daily is expected to be much more practical. Most saris will be brightly coloured and usually made from silk.
Japan	Kimonos are usually worn by women. They are worn on meaningful occasions such as weddings and tea ceremonies. They can also be worn on a daily basis.
Rome	There are many different types of togas. Some togas are worn on formal occasions, others worn in times of private danger or public anxiety.
Scotland	Kilts are used for parades by groups such as the Scouts. In various places many kilts are seen at Highland games and bagpipe championships. It is also worn at Scottish country dances and ceilidhs.
Norway	The bunad is frequently worn at various festivals and events, such as baptisms, confirmations, weddings, and national holidays. It is especially worn on May 17th, which is National Day. Bunads are aslo worn during folk dancing celebrations.

 

 

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