Understanding the diverse landscape of fashion design involves delving
into various genres such as Haute Couture, Luxury Fashion, Ready-to-wear,
Economy Fashion, and Fast Fashion. Each style encompasses its unique
characteristics, catering to different tastes and markets
Habesha kemis (Amharic: ቀሚስ lit. "Shirt" or "Dress") is the traditional attire of Habesha women.
The ankle length dress is usually worn by Ethiopian and Eritrean women
at formal events, holidays and invitations, and comes in many regional
varieties. It is made of cotton fabric, and typically comes in white, grey
or beige shades. Many women also wrap a shawl called a netela around the formal dress.
An Ethiopian suit or Eritrean suit is the name given in America to the traditional formal wear of the men of Ethiopia and Eritrea.
It consists of a long sleeve, knee-length shirt, and matching pants, often Jodhpurs or shorts. Most shirts are made with a Mandarin, band, or Nehru collar.
The suit is made of chiffon, which is a sheer silk or rayon cloth. A shawl, either the Netela, kuta, or Gabi is wrapped around the suit.
Ethiopian and Eritrean suits are worn for weddings, church and synagogue services, and other special occasions.