Vyshyvanka
The embroidered Ukrainian shirt
The embroidery is a fundamental element of the Ukrainian folk costume in
both sexes. Ukrainian vyshyvanka is distinguished by local embroidery
features specific to Ukrainian embroidery: The vyshyvanka not only
speaks of its Ukrainian origin but also of the particular region in
which it was made. The knowing eye could detect where a person hailed
from by the clothes on their back. Embroidery is thus an important craft
within Ukraine and different techniques exist to suit local styles with
their own particular patterns and colours. Traditionally, the thread was
coloured according to local formulas using bark, leaves, flowers,
berries and so on. In this way, the local environment is literally
reflected in the colour of the embroidery.
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