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Latvian National Costume - Folk Dress of Latvia

Latvian Traditional Dress

Latvian Traditional Dress

Ilmars Zvirgzds © 2006
Latvia's traditional costume has been worn at festive occasions for centuries - sometimes passed down from generation to generation. Latvian women's clothing, shown here, consists of a skirt, blouse or tunic, head scarf or other head covering, and can also include a shawl and a sash. Latvians typically wear their folk costumes during festivals or for folk performances.
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