Turkish national clothes

Despite the fact that Turkey's national clothes absorbed many Western standards, since it borders closely with Western countries, this did not prevent Turkey from preserving its traditional identity from aggressive Western influence, preserving its identity. Consider the basic elements of Turkish attire.

Elements of Turkish clothes

Sharovars belong to the style of unisex , as they are worn by both men and women. Sewing trousers made of fine fabric, necessarily draped and decorated with a complex pattern. Their feature is in a rather wide form with narrowed ends on the ankles. Turkish national clothes, except for trousers, include a long and loose shirt. As a rule, men dress shirt in trousers, but women put a long dress over their shirts, more like a luxurious caftan. Similar dresses were both with a long and short sleeve. It was girdled with a sash, and a vest was put over it. For sewing Turkish women's national clothes used fabrics such as muslin, taffeta, silk, velvet and brocade. Satin ribbons and embroideries of national ornaments served as adornments.

National Turkish Clothing for Women

Before appearing in society, the woman had to wear a pheraja (long clothing to the heels) and a veil that covered the head, neck, chest and part of the face. It is worth noting that the faces were closed only by noble ladies. Over time, the use of bathrobes, which served in place of outerwear. They did not have buckles, but girded with a sash or belt.

Western influence has made the use of floral fabrics in national dress. Chadra was now made of transparent materials, and home dresses got a neckline. Fashion includes a handkerchief, which was tied to the hips and fastened with a metal brooch. In addition, thanks to the western trends, corsets and lace trim appeared.