2. Spain is a mixture of different cultures and
traditions and that has translated itself into
Spanish fashion over the years. Traditional
Spanish fashion is flashy and known for the
decorative patterns and vibrant decorations on
the fabric, which were filled with all types of
jewels and flamboyant threads.
Over the years, fashion in Spain has evolved and
has gone from traditional to contemporary
Western style. It is famous for its flamboyance,
elegance and marvelous decoration.
3. Spanish dressing was heavily influenced by the
Moorish culture as it inducted flashy ornaments
and embroidered jewelry into the fabrics which
were already very rich and heavy.
When the world was going through a revolution,
fashion in Spain refused to change its traditional
style to accommodate the rest of the world and
continued to use its own style, which was the
reason that Paris replaced Spain as the fashion
center of the world.
Modern day fashion in Spain is cheerful and filled
with bright colors, and Spanish fashion is
signified by its amazing festivals and bull fights.
The traditional Spanish clothes are a favorite
among people all over the world and the most
commonly used are:
5. Peineta:
A Peineta is very similar to a comb and is
generally used to hold up a Mantilla. The comb
is very decorative and is curved up. It keeps
the hair in place and raises the height of the
wearer when worn together with a Mantilla.
6. Mantilla:
The Mantilla is usually worn by women in Spain
and is a silk or light lace scarf covered by a
comb. It is very traditional and has been worn
as a veil by women for centuries in religious
festivities.
7. Gilet:
Worn since the 19th century as a bodice shaped
waistcoat with embroidery on it, the Gilet has
evolved into a sleeveless jacket, which is
straight sided and comes down to the knees.
Modern day Spanish fashion is highly influenced
by global trends and of course, its own
traditional culture.