Fashion in Moldova: The Embroidered Altiță Blouse
The altiță, a hand-embroidered blouse shared by Moldova and Romania, joined UNESCO’s heritage list in 2022.
Fashion in Finland: Marimekko and Bold Print Design
Marimekko, founded in Helsinki in 1951, made Finnish print design famous around the world with bold patterns...
Read MoreFashion in Greece: From the Chiton to the Evzone Fustanella
From ancient linen chitons and woollen peploi to the pleated fustanella of the Evzones, Greek dress has...
Read MoreFashion in the Czech Republic: Kroj, the Traditional Folk Dress
The Czech kroj varies from village to village, with ribbons, embroidery and headwear that signal status, and...
Read MoreFashion in Belgium: The Antwerp Six and a Design Legacy
The Antwerp Six put Belgian fashion on the map in 1986. MoMu marks 40 years with a...
Read MoreFashion in the Netherlands: Clogs and Traditional Dress
Dutch klompen, the wooden clogs that became a national symbol, and how they are made and worn...
Read MoreFashion in Romania: The Ie Blouse and Traditional Dress
Romania’s traditional dress, from the embroidered ie blouse to regional hats and skirts.
Fashion in Russia: Soviet Style, Designers and Hats
A look at Russian fashion history, from constructivist clothing to Slava Zaitsev and the ushanka.
Fashion in Algeria: The Karakou and Velvet Heritage
The Algerian karakou, a fitted velvet jacket embroidered in gold, grew from the older ghlila and sits...
Read MoreFashion in Poland: Folk Costume and the Kontusz
Polish traditional dress, from noble kontusz robes to regional folk costumes still worn at festivals.