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About Myanmar Traditional Costume
The traditional clothes of Burmese people are said to be date back to the 1750s. They were worn by people who held high positions in the Konbaung court. At that time, the clothing was decorated with stunning jewelry and precious stone. In the past, women wore a set of clothes including floral head ornaments, uniquely decorated blouses, felt footwear, and a htamein, which you can see many women wearing today. A set for men included a turban, hnyat-phanat slippers, a silk jacket embroidered with fur, and a cotton shirt. Myanmar traditional clothes changed slightly at the end of the British era in the country. When Indian immigrants made their way to Myanmar, the style was also altered slightly to mimic their dress. Longyi It generally likes a tube skirt, worn by both men and women. It is widely recognized as Myanmar national costume. Actually, longyi is not unisex costume but it has difference between men and women. Longyi worn by males are called Paso. Paso is just a sheet of cloth whic...
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